About Camosun College

Camosun College welcomed its first students in 1971 and is located in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia. With two campuses, Lansdowne and Interurban, the college serves approximately 19,000 learners annually through a variety of programs including upgrading, certificate, diploma, bachelor’s degree, post-degree, and continuing education programs.

As the largest public college in British Columbia, Camosun College hosts over 1,200 Indigenous students from First Nations, Métis, and Inuit groups, as well as more than 2,100 international students from over 80 countries each year.

Camosun College has earned an outstanding reputation for teaching excellence, supported by a dedicated faculty and staff who enhance students' learning experiences. The college is large enough to offer excellent services and facilities, creating a vibrant campus environment on beautiful Vancouver Island, yet small enough to provide students with the individual support, care, and attention that is often lacking in larger post-secondary institutions.

Facts and Figures (2018/2019)

• 19,000+ Students in certificate, diploma, and applied degree programs
• 2,100+ International students from more than 80 countries
• 160+ Programs
• 24 Students - typical class size
• 1,430+ Students supported by bursaries and awards
• $26.7 Million in total assets
• $996,000+ Disbursed for student assistance                                  
• 100% Every dollar donated goes directly to Camosun causes
• 90% Recent graduates satisfied or very satisfied with their education at Camosun
• 93% Students who go on to further studies say they were well prepared

Partnership with Industries

• Faculty Expertise: Over 500 faculty experts
• Camosun Innovates: Provides advanced manufacturing, product design, prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting services through applied research
  • Babcock Canada Interaction Lab: Flexible environment for application, co-creation, exploration, ideation, and innovation
  • Technology Access Centre: Offers NSERC-funded access, support, research, and development for local businesses and industries with specialized manufacturing technologies, 3D scanners and printers, CNC machines, robotic systems, AR/SR/VR/xR, and simulation development
• Education and Training:
  • Develops student capstone projects with industry partners
  • Provides contract training for advanced manufacturing
  • Offers next-generation learning solutions
• Work-Integrated Learning Opportunities: Students available for co-op education work terms, internships, and practicums
• Program Advisory Committees (PACs): 50 active PACs with nearly 500 industry/business volunteer members

International Student General Admission Requirements

• Age Requirement: High school graduation or be 19 years old or older on the first day of class (mature student status)
• English Proficiency: Must meet one of the following scores:
  • IELTS (Academic): 6.0 overall (no sub-score less than 6.0)
  • TOEFL iBT: 78 overall (no sub-score less than 19)
  • PTE Academic: 54 overall (no sub-score less than 50)
  • Cambridge Assessment of English C1 Advanced: 174 (no sub-score less than 169)
  • CAEL CE: 60 overall (no sub-score less than 60)
  • GTEC CBT: 1,200 overall (minimum sub-scores: Reading 325, Writing 270, Speaking 260, Listening 335)
  • Duolingo: 105

Sample Budget for One Semester

• Tuition (15 credits): $7,420 per semester
• Non-Instructional Fees: $245
• Student Benefits Plan: $275 per year
• Medical Insurance: $300
• Books and Supplies: $700-$1,000
• Rent & Food (shared accommodation): $4,808
• Co-op Term Tuition: $1,530
• Miscellaneous Expenses: $1,428

This detailed breakdown ensures prospective students understand the financial requirements and available resources at Camosun College.