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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Study in BC news and updates

BC Study Abroad Scholarships Now Open for Spring 2022

by Maria Tarasyuk

Do your plans this spring include studying abroad, either in-person or virtually? Apply now for a chance to receive a CAD$500 scholarship to enhance your learning experience. BC Study Abroad Scholarships are now accepting applications. Any student enrolled at a BC Study Abroad Consortium institution, who is enrolled in or accepted into a short-term, in-person […]

Settlement, Housing and Employment Information for International Students

by Maria Tarasyuk

7th annual BC Study Abroad Photo Contest is back

by Maria Tarasyuk

BC Study Abroad is excited to announce the launch of its seventh annual BC Study Abroad Photo Contest. We are inviting all students who have previously studied abroad to share their favourite study abroad photo memories for a chance to win a GoPro Hero 8 (sponsored by Study and Go Abroad!). Each photo submitted will count as an […]