VanWest College Vancouver, Canada
200-1016 Nelson St. - V6E 1H8 Vancouver - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- School offers Government certified Career Training Programs.
- Language exchange and conversation club offered.
- Career counseling which ranges from interview preparation to resume building.
Location: VanWest College Vancouver is located in the vibrant and culturally rich city of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. This bustling seaport city is ripe with attractions, commercial shopping, museums and green spaces. Students have many amenities and attractions within walking distance of the school, ensuring a unique and fun-filled time in the city. The school is housed in the Yaletown neighbourhood, within walking distance of Downtown Vancouver, many eateries, restaurants and several of the city's attractions. Such attractions within walking distance of the school include the Science World Museum, BC Place stadium, the Vancouver Art Gallery, several parks, Robson Street, and much more. Stanley Park and all of its surrounding attractions are a 35-minute walk or 20-minute journey via public transport from the school.
Course selection: In addition to General English programmes taught over several schedules and intensities to students of all levels, VanWest College Vancouver also supplies English for Kids and English for Youth programmes during the summer months. These programmes ensure a course is available for students aged 7-17 years of age during the typical school summer holidays. Private tuition is also available in conjunction with or independently from any other programme.
Social and cultural: The school promotes regular activities and excursion programmes for adult and junior students to enjoy. Activities and excursions for adults can include a reading club, indoor rock climbing, Granville Island, Whistler, Kitsilano Beach, board games, language exchanges and much more!
English Courses
General Language
General English 25
25 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!fromCA$420CA$399 / week More
General English 25
25 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
CA$420CA$399 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 44 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (CA$) Our price (CA$) | 840 798 | 1,260 1,197 | 1,680 1,596 | 2,100 1,995 | 2,520 2,394 | 3,360 3,192 | 4,200 3,990 | 4,980 4,731 | 9,720 9,234 | 16,940 16,093 |
| Price in US$ | 572 | 858 | 1,144 | 1,430 | 1,716 | 2,288 | 2,860 | 3,391 | 6,618 | 11,533 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 13:50 - Possible course durations
- 2-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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General English 30
30 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!fromCA$450CA$428 / week More
General English 30
30 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
CA$450CA$428 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 44 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (CA$) Our price (CA$) | 900 855 | 1,350 1,283 | 1,800 1,710 | 2,250 2,138 | 2,700 2,565 | 3,600 3,420 | 4,500 4,275 | 5,340 5,073 | 10,440 9,918 | 18,260 17,347 |
| Price in US$ | 613 | 920 | 1,226 | 1,532 | 1,839 | 2,451 | 3,064 | 3,636 | 7,108 | 12,431 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
This course is composed of 20 General English language lessons and 10 elective courses per week.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 6 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:45 - Possible course durations
- 2-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
General English 2020 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!fromCA$390CA$371 / week More
General English 20
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
CA$390CA$371 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 44 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (CA$) Our price (CA$) | 780 741 | 1,170 1,112 | 1,560 1,482 | 1,950 1,853 | 2,340 2,223 | 3,120 2,964 | 3,900 3,705 | 4,620 4,389 | 9,000 8,550 | 15,620 14,839 |
| Price in US$ | 532 | 797 | 1,063 | 1,328 | 1,594 | 2,125 | 2,656 | 3,146 | 6,127 | 10,634 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:00 - Possible course durations
- 2-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
General English 1010 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!fromCA$250CA$238 / week More
General English 10
10 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
CA$250CA$238 / week
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FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 44 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (CA$) Our price (CA$) | 500 475 | 750 713 | 1,000 950 | 1,250 1,188 | 1,500 1,425 | 2,000 1,900 | 2,500 2,375 | 2,940 2,793 | 5,640 5,358 | 9,460 8,987 |
| Price in US$ | 341 | 511 | 681 | 851 | 1,022 | 1,362 | 1,702 | 2,002 | 3,840 | 6,441 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:45 - Possible course durations
- 2-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Junior
English for Kids (7 to 11 years old)For the summer, only limited places left!30 lessons per week | 10 students (max)Offer!fromCA$650CA$618 / week More
English for Kids (7 to 11 years old)
For the summer, only limited places left!
30 lessons per week | 10 students (max)
Offer!from
CA$650CA$618 / week
More
FREE changes
| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (CA$) Our price (CA$) | 1,300 1,235 | 1,950 1,853 | 2,600 2,470 | 3,250 3,088 | 3,900 3,705 |
| Price in US$ | 886 | 1,328 | 1,771 | 2,213 | 2,656 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 07 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026
The course includes:
Skill-based learning:
- Speaking and fluency.
- Simple spelling and writing.
- Listening and comprehension.
Pronunciation and Phonetics: - English sounds.
- Reading simple sentences in English.
Mandatory Legal Custodianship Fee: CAD 200.
Optional extras:
- Student Services: CAD 150.
- Optional activities: CAD 400 per week (Winter season) / CAD 450 per week (Summer season) (weekday: after school and Saturday: all day).
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 6 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:45 - Possible course durations
- 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 7 years
- Age range:
- 7 - 11 years
Students per class- Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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English for Youth (12 to 17 years old)For the summer, only limited places left!30 lessons per week | 15 students (max)Offer!fromCA$550CA$523 / week More
English for Youth (12 to 17 years old)
For the summer, only limited places left!
30 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
Offer!from
CA$550CA$523 / week
More
FREE changes
| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (CA$) Our price (CA$) | 1,100 1,045 | 1,650 1,568 | 2,200 2,090 | 2,750 2,613 | 3,300 3,135 |
| Price in US$ | 749 | 1,124 | 1,498 | 1,873 | 2,247 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 05 Jan 2026, 12 Jan 2026, 19 Jan 2026, 26 Jan 2026, 07 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026
Mandatory Legal Custodianship Fee: CAD 200.
Optional extras:
- Student Services: CAD 150.
- Optional activities: CAD 400 per week (Winter season) / CAD 450 per week (Summer season) (weekday: after school and Saturday: all day).
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 6 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:30 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 14:45 - Possible course durations
- 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 12 years
- Age range:
- 12 - 17 years
Students per class- Maximum: 15 / Average: 11
Lesson duration- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
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Private
Private Lessons4 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!fromCA$340CA$323 / week More
Private Lessons
4 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
Offer!from
CA$340CA$323 / week
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FREE changes
| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 44 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (CA$) Our price (CA$) | 680 646 | 1,020 969 | 1,360 1,292 | 1,700 1,615 | 2,040 1,938 | 2,720 2,584 | 3,400 3,230 | 3,840 3,648 | 7,200 6,840 | 12,320 11,704 |
| Price in US$ | 463 | 695 | 926 | 1,158 | 1,389 | 1,852 | 2,315 | 2,615 | 4,902 | 8,388 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Private lessons are perfect for those who want to speed up their progress and focus on specific needs.
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 0-1 daily lessons of 50 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 14:50 - 15:45 - Possible course durations
- 2-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Our prices for VanWest College include
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
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Class in progress2/8
Classroom3/8
Class4/8
Patio5/8
Students6/8
Studying together7/8
New students8/8
VanWest College
- Accreditations and Quality seals
EQA, EduCanada, BCTEAL, BCCIE- English teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 37% male / 63% female
- Offer for returning students
- When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at VanWest College.
- Year of school foundation
- 1988
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Cafeteria
Drink vending machine
Snack vending machine
Computer lab
Lounge
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Self-study areas
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Career guidance service (free)
Guidance for further higher education (free)
Internship placement guidance service (paid)
Job placement guidance service (paid)
Facilities for islamic students
Homestay option that can prepare halal food
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 16
- Number of public PC workstations: 19
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Wheelchair access to reception
Accessible Toilet
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| China | 20% |
| Korea | 20% |
| Brazil | 15% |
| Saudi Arabia | 15% |
| Japan | 10% |
| Turkey | 6% |
| Other nationalities | 14% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 10% |
| 18-24 years | 26% |
| 25-34 years | 37% |
| 35-50 years | 18% |
| >50 years | 9% |
The average age outside summer is 6 years higher than in summer.
- Average number of students
- Adult courses - In summer: 300Adult courses - Throughout the year: 200Junior courses - In summer: 100Junior courses - Throughout the year: 40
- Minimum age of students
- 16 years7 years for specific Junior courses
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 7Adult courses Throughout the year: 7Junior courses In summer: 4Junior courses Throughout the year: 4
- Average age of students
- In summer: 22 yearsThroughout the year: 28 years
Information for all courses offered by VanWest College
- Lesson duration
- 50 minutes
- School's administrative fee
- CA$175
- Course material
- Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately CA$20 per week.
- Comments about courses
Other fees:
- Linguaskill Exam Fee: CAD 100.
- Legal Custodianship Fee (for all minors): CAD 200.
- Medical Insurance Fee: CAD 20 per week.
- Linguaskill Exam Fee: CAD 100.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 16 Feb 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 18 May 2026, 01 Jul 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 13 Oct 2026, 11 Nov 2026, 25 Dec 2026, 28 Dec 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 30 Sep 2026, 24 Dec 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027, 16 Feb 2027, 03 Apr 2027, 18 May 2027, 01 Jul 2027, 07 Sep 2027, 13 Oct 2027, 11 Nov 2027, 25 Dec 2027, 28 Dec 2027, 03 Aug 2027, 30 Sep 2027, 24 Dec 2027.If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per English language level
The data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Airport transfer
- Vancouver International Airport:
- CA$150 one way
CA$300 return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Vancouver Activity Calendar 2026
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Leisure programme for adults & juniors (sample):
VanWest College Social Activities Calendars from April to November
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Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Conversation Cafe, Language Exchange
Adults - Paid activities
- Not offered
Junior - Free activities
- Conversation Cafe, Language Exchange
Junior - Paid activities
- Not offered
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Ballet | | 2 km |
| Baseball | | 5 km |
| Basketball | | 5 km |
| Cooking | | 2 km |
| Cricket | | - |
| Dancing | | - |
| Diving | | 10 km |
| Field Hockey | | 5 km |
| Football (soccer) | | 2 km |
| Golf | | 5 km |
| Horse riding | | 25 km |
| Ice Hockey | | 2 km |
| Mountainbiking | | 20 km |
| Music | | 2 km |
| Rugby | | - |
| Sailing | | 15 km |
| Skiing | | 25 km |
| Squash | | 5 km |
| Swimming | | 2 km |
| Table Tennis | | 5 km |
| Tennis | | 5 km |
| Volleyball | | 5 km |
| Windsurfing | | 100 km |
| Yoga | | 2 km |
Accommodation
Homestay (18 & under) Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner 
Shared bathroom
from
CA$400/ week Show more
Homestay (18 & under)
Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Shared bathroom
from
CA$400/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CA$ | 400 | 800 | 1200 | 1600 | 2000 | 2400 | 2800 | 3200 | 4000 | 4800 | 400 | 250 |
| Price in US$ | 287 | 574 | 860 | 1,147 | 1,434 | 1,720 | 2,007 | 2,294 | 2,867 | 3,440 | 287 | 180 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 4 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
The recommended minimum booking duration for Vancouver homestay is 4 weeks unless the study duration is less than 4 weeks.
- Check-in
- Saturday 11:00 or later
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 250C$.
- Price extra night
- CA$80 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
- Minimum age of students
- 15
- Maximum age of students
- 19
- Dates
- High season dates: 30 May 2026 - 30 Aug 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 50 C$
Homestay (18 & under) Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Shared bathroom
from
CA$380/ week Show more
Homestay (18 & under)
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Shared bathroom
from
CA$380/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CA$ | 380 | 760 | 1140 | 1520 | 1900 | 2280 | 2660 | 3040 | 3800 | 4560 | 380 | 250 |
| Price in US$ | 273 | 545 | 817 | 1,090 | 1,362 | 1,634 | 1,907 | 2,179 | 2,724 | 3,268 | 273 | 180 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
The recommended minimum booking duration for Vancouver homestay is 4 weeks unless the study duration is less than 4 weeks.
- Check-in
- Saturday 11:00 or later
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 250C$.
- Price extra night
- CA$80 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Includes
- Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
- Minimum age of students
- 15
- Maximum age of students
- 19
- Dates
- High season dates: 30 May 2026 - 30 Aug 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 50 C$
Homestay 19+ Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Shared bathroom
from
CA$380/ week Show more
Homestay 19+
Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Shared bathroom
from
CA$380/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CA$ | 380 | 760 | 1140 | 1520 | 1900 | 2280 | 2660 | 3040 | 3800 | 4560 | 380 | 250 |
| Price in US$ | 273 | 545 | 817 | 1,090 | 1,362 | 1,634 | 1,907 | 2,179 | 2,724 | 3,268 | 273 | 180 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CA$ | |||||||||||
| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
The recommended minimum booking duration for Vancouver homestay is 4 weeks unless the study duration is less than 4 weeks.
- Check-in
- Saturday 11:00 or later
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 250C$.
- Price extra night
- CA$80 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
- Minimum age of students
- 20
- Maximum age of students
- 61
- Dates
- High season dates: 30 May 2026 - 30 Aug 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 50 C$
Homestay 19+ Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Shared bathroom
from
CA$350/ week Show more
Homestay 19+
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Shared bathroom
from
CA$350/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CA$ | 350 | 700 | 1050 | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 2450 | 2800 | 3500 | 4200 | 350 |
| Price in US$ | 251 | 502 | 753 | 1,004 | 1,255 | 1,505 | 1,756 | 2,007 | 2,509 | 3,010 | 251 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
The recommended minimum booking duration for Vancouver homestay is 4 weeks unless the study duration is less than 4 weeks.
- Check-in
- Saturday 11:00 or later
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- CA$80 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Includes
- Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
- Minimum age of students
- 20
- Maximum age of students
- 61
- Dates
- High season dates: 30 May 2026 - 30 Aug 2026
- High season
- High season supplement per week: 50 C$
Downtown Shared House - Standard Room
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
CA$550/ week Show more
Downtown Shared House - Standard Room
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
CA$550/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CA$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 6600 | 550 | 250 |
| Price in US$ | 4,730 | 395 | 180 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 24 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
There is a CAD 150 non-refundable maintenance fee per person.
The minimum booking duration must be 24 weeks.
If a student decides to move out before completing the full 24-week period, an additional charge of CAD 50 per week per student will be applied for the weeks that the student has already stayed.
- Check-in
- Saturday 17:00 or later
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Deposit (refundable)
- Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of CA$1,100 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 250C$.
- Price extra night
- CA$120 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 5 minutes walking.
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 20
- Maximum age of students
- 61
Downtown Shared House - Superior Room Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
CA$600/ week Show more
Downtown Shared House - Superior Room
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
CA$600/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CA$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 7200 | 600 | 250 |
| Price in US$ | 5,160 | 430 | 180 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CA$ | |||||||||||
| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 24 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
There is a CAD 150 non-refundable maintenance fee per person.
The minimum booking duration must be 24 weeks.
If a student decides to move out before completing the full 24-week period, an additional charge of CAD 50 per week per student will be applied for the weeks that the student has already stayed.
- Check-in
- Saturday 17:00 or later
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Deposit (refundable)
- Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of CA$1,200 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 250C$.
- Price extra night
- CA$140 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 5 minutes walking.
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 20
- Maximum age of students
- 61
Nelson Student Residence - Deluxe Room Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
CA$525/ week Show more
Nelson Student Residence - Deluxe Room
Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
CA$525/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CA$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 6300 | 525 | 250 |
| Price in US$ | 4,515 | 377 | 180 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CA$ | |||||||||||
| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 12 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
There is a CAD 150 non-refundable maintenance fee per person.
- Check-in
- Saturday 16:00 or later
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Deposit (refundable)
- Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of CA$1,050 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 250C$.
- Price extra night
- CA$150 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Average distance from school
- 15 minutes walking.
- Includes
- Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 19
- Maximum age of students
- 55
Nelson Student Residence - Premier Room Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
CA$475/ week Show more
Nelson Student Residence - Premier Room
Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
CA$475/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CA$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5700 | 475 | 250 |
| Price in US$ | 4,085 | 341 | 180 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CA$ | |||||||||||
| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 12 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
There is a CAD 150 non-refundable maintenance fee per person.
- Check-in
- Saturday 16:00 or later
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Deposit (refundable)
- Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of CA$950 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 250C$.
- Price extra night
- CA$130 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Average distance from school
- 15 minutes walking.
- Includes
- Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 19
- Maximum age of students
- 55
Nelson Student Residence - Superior Room Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
CA$450/ week Show more
Nelson Student Residence - Superior Room
Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
CA$450/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CA$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5400 | 450 | 250 |
| Price in US$ | 3,870 | 323 | 180 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CA$ | |||||||||||
| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 8 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
There is a CAD 150 non-refundable maintenance fee per person.
- Check-in
- Saturday 16:00 or later
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Deposit (refundable)
- Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of CA$900 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 250C$.
- Price extra night
- CA$120 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Average distance from school
- 15 minutes walking.
- Includes
- Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 19
- Maximum age of students
- 55
Nelson Student Residence- Standard Room Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
CA$400/ week Show more
Nelson Student Residence- Standard Room
Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
CA$400/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CA$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4800 | 400 | 250 |
| Price in US$ | 3,440 | 287 | 180 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in CA$ | |||||||||||
| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Minimum stay: 8 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
There is a CAD 150 non-refundable maintenance fee per person.
- Check-in
- Saturday 16:00 or later
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Deposit (refundable)
- Upon arrival, a refundable deposit of CA$800 is charged and will be refunded to you when you leave the accommodation, provided there are no damages.
- One-time fee
- The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 250C$.
- Price extra night
- CA$100 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Average distance from school
- 15 minutes walking.
- Includes
- Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 20
- Maximum age of students
- 55
Questions and answers about VanWest College
How far from school is the Shared House accommodation?
“The Shared House is approximately 20 minutes from the school by public transport.”
Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 14, 2022
If I don't want to stay at the house, can I cancel the room?
“Yes, you can cancel the room, but a cancellation fee may be charged.”
Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 14, 2022
FAQ about VanWest College, Vancouver
What is the best price for a course at VanWest College, Vancouver?
“English courses at VanWest College start at 238 C$ for a General English 10 course with 10 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
Is airport pickup offered by VanWest College?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Vancouver International Airport (150 C$)”
What is the number of students per class at VanWest College?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at VanWest College varies from 1 (Private Lessons) to 15 students (General English 25)”
Which countries are students of VanWest College from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at VanWest College comes from China with a 20% representation, followed by students from Korea (20%) and Brazil (15.1%).”
VanWest College offers courses for which ages?
“VanWest College offers courses from 7 years (English for Kids, 30 lessons per week) to 99. The average age is 22 during the summer and 28 the rest of the year.”
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Terms of VanWest College
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 9:00
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- VanWest College Ltd | Tax registration ID: 17-145612
Visa Documents
You can travel and study a language course for a limited number of hours a week just applying for the visa waiver programme online.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- Yes
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 200 C$
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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This course is composed of 20 General English language lessons and 5 elective courses per week.