Columbia College

Columbia College is an independent not‑for‑profit international college located in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It was founded in 1936, making it one of the oldest international colleges in Canada. The college offers first and second‑year university‑level courses that can lead to an Associate Degree and are fully transferable to partner universities such as the University of British Columbia and Simon Fraser University. Columbia College also provides high school programs (Grades 10‑12) and English for Academic Purposes (EAP) to prepare students for higher education. Students study in a small, supportive campus environment with classmates from more than 60 countries, fostering a multicultural learning community. The college serves as a pathway for international students to begin their academic journey in Canada before transferring to larger universities.