Study in British Columbia

Find out why every year, more than 180,000 students come here to study at all levels, and many choose to stay.

Why study in British Columbia

Why study in BC? Our cities regularly appear at the top of global rankings for livability and quality of life. Our universities are consistently among the top-ranked institutions in Canada, and our highly integrated education system is a global model for progressive, flexible education. By choosing to study in BC, you will join more than 180,000 students from across the globe studying at all levels in our province.

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Find helpful information before you arrive and once you’re studying and living in British Columbia.

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Study in BC news and updates

Travel updates for international students studying in BC

April 28, 2021/by Maria Tarasyuk

Flights from India and Pakistan As of April 22, 2021, at 11:30 pm ET, Canada is suspending flights from India and Pakistan. Travel restrictions may change with little warning. Read the news release for more details. Submit your complete study permit application for the fall 2021 semester If IRCC receives your complete study permit application by […]

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Information for international students

April 12, 2021/by caorda

The information on this page is to help you understand how British Columbia and Canada are working to keep students and communities healthy and safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. Provincial Updates The Government of British Columbia has ensured post-secondary institutions have plans in place that allow institutions to welcome international students on study permits while […]

Announcing the winner of the 9th annual Study in BC photo contest

March 26, 2021/0 Comments/by Mel

Launched for the first time in 2012, our annual Study in BC photo contest continues to be a great success and continues to break records on the number of submissions submitted. Thank you to all the BC international students and alumni who sent in their heartwarming photos. We love seeing the way you live, study, […]