VIC - Vancouver International CollegeVancouver, Canada
549 Howe St, 8th Floor - V6C 2C2 Vancouver - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Students gain real-world experience through co-op and practicum opportunities.
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 15% of students.
What we dislike about the school
- Older students should consider that the average age of students at the school is significantly younger than at most other schools.
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 0% |
| 18-24 years | 65% |
| 25-34 years | 35% |
| 35-50 years | 0% |
| >50 years | 0% |
The average age outside summer is 4 years higher than in summer.
Location: VIC - Vancouver International College is an English language institute located in the hearty, culturally rich city of Vancouver in Canada. The school is housed Downtown and has many amenities, restaurants, eateries, links to public transport and attractions nearby. Attractions and sites of interest within walking distance of the school include the Vancouver Lookout observation deck, the CF Pacific Centre, the Vancouver Art Gallery, Canada Place, the Waterfront area, and much more. The school is well situated for many social and cultural happenings.
Course selection: VIC - Vancouver International College specialises in TESOL courses for students of all ages, but also offers additional programmes such as English for Customer Service and Global Business Expertise. The TESOL programmes have start dates every Monday unless it is a bank holiday.
Social and cultural: VIC - Vancouver International College provides a range of activities for students to practise their English whilst connecting with their peers inside and outside the classroom. Activities and field trips can include movie nights, volleyball games, beach parties, Playland Vancouver, Science World, Kayaking, Vancouver City Tours, Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge and much more.
Getting around: The school's downtown location is great for having many attributes and happenings of the city close by. There are also many links to public transport within walking distance, including the Waterfront train, ferry, subway and bus station, which is under 500m from the school.
English Courses
School also offers courses to learn
General Language
TESOL for Adults Course
20 lessons per week
|10 students (max)
Offer!from
450C$428C$
Course Details
Based on the price of 4 weeks
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | 18001710 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 1185 |
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Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 60 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: 9:00 - 15:00
Morning: 9:00 - 15:00
Possible course durations
4 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Special note for 2025 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2025 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2024 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2025 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Additional information for all courses
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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
TESOL for Adults Course with Practicum
25 lessons per week
|10 students (max)
Offer!from
675C$642C$
Course Details
Based on the price of 4 weeks
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | 27002565 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 1778 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 60 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: 9:00 - 15:00
Morning: 9:00 - 15:00
Possible course durations
4 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Additional information for all courses
See availability
TESOL for Children Course
20 lessons per week
|10 students (max)
Offer!from
450C$428C$
Course Details
Based on the price of 4 weeks
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | 18001710 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 1185 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 60 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: 9:00 - 15:00
Morning: 9:00 - 15:00
Possible course durations
4 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Additional information for all courses
See availability
TESOL for Children Course with Practicum
25 lessons per week
|10 students (max)
Offer!from
675C$642C$
Course Details
Based on the price of 4 weeks
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | 27002565 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 1778 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 60 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: 9:00 - 15:30
Morning: 9:00 - 15:30
Possible course durations
4 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Additional information for all courses
See availability
TESOL for Teens Course
20 lessons per week
|10 students (max)
Offer!from
450C$428C$
Course Details
Based on the price of 4 weeks
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | 18001710 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 1185 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 60 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: 9:00 - 15:00
Morning: 9:00 - 15:00
Possible course durations
4 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Additional information for all courses
See availability
TESOL for Teens Course with Practicum
25 lessons per week
|10 students (max)
Offer!from
675C$642C$
Course Details
Based on the price of 4 weeks
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | |||||||||||
| Price at schoolOur price | -- | -- | -- | 27002565 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 1778 |
See availability
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 60 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: 9:00 - 15:00
Morning: 9:00 - 15:00
Possible course durations
4 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 8
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Our prices for VIC - Vancouver International College include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
VIC - Vancouver International College
Accreditations and Quality seals
PTIB, EQAEnglish teacher qualifications
55% hold a university degree
80% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:15
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at VIC - Vancouver International College and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Year of school foundation
21
Legal name/parent company
Tax registration ID: 76197 9921 RZ0001
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Movie rental
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Lockers
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 6
- Number of public PC workstations: 1
Student Age / Nationality
Average number of students
In summer: 30
Throughout the year: 30
Minimum age of students
18 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 1
Adult courses Throughout the year: 1
Junior courses In summer: 1
Junior courses Throughout the year: 1
Average age of students
In summer: 21 years
Throughout the year: 25 years
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Turkey | 13% |
| Brazil | 10% |
| Vietnam | 10% |
| Thailand | 10% |
| Japan | 10% |
| China | 5% |
| Korea | 5% |
| Italy | 2% |
| Chile | 2% |
| Other nationalities | 33% |
Information for all courses offered by VIC - Vancouver International College
Lesson duration
60 minutes
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 550 C$ per course level.
Comments about courses
Medical insurance: CAD 2.80 per day
Copy of transcript: CAD 15.75
Days without class
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 01 Jul 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 25 Dec 2025.
01 Jan 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 01 Jul 2025, 01 Sep 2025, 13 Oct 2025, 25 Dec 2025.
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 at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per English language level
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:
150 C$ one way
280 C$ return (both ways)
280 C$ return (both ways)
More details about airports near Vancouver and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Vancouver page. For flight comparisons to Vancouver, we recommend using skyscanner.com.
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa for travelling to Canada and attending a language course.
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
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
150 C$
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
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.
Leisure activities
| activity possible | |
|---|---|
| Basketball | |
| Dancing | |
| Football (soccer) | |
| Table Tennis | |
| Volleyball | |
| Yoga | |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Volleyball, Movie night, basketball, soccer, hiking, coffee and chat, painting, etc.
Adults - Paid activities
Capilano Suspension Bridge, FlyOver Canada, Grouse Mountain, Stanley Park Ride, Vancouver Aquarium, etc.
Accommodation
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
from
330 C$
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 330 | 660 | 990 | 1320 | 1650 | 1980 | 2310 | 2640 | 3300 | 3960 | 330 | 260 |
| Price in US$ | 229 | 458 | 687 | 915 | 1144 | 1373 | 1601 | 1830 | 2287 | 2745 | 229 | 181 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday
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 260C$.
Price extra night
55 C$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jun 2025 - 31 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 30 C$
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast, lunch & dinner
from
345 C$
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 345 | 690 | 1035 | 1380 | 1725 | 2070 | 2415 | 2760 | 3450 | 4140 | 345 | 260 |
| Price in US$ | 240 | 479 | 718 | 957 | 1196 | 1435 | 1674 | 1913 | 2391 | 2869 | 240 | 181 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday
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 260C$.
Price extra night
55 C$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jun 2025 - 31 May 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 30 C$
Homestay
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast, lunch & dinner
from
320 C$
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 320 | 640 | 960 | 1280 | 1600 | 1920 | 2240 | 2560 | 3200 | 3840 | 320 | 260 |
| Price in US$ | 222 | 444 | 666 | 887 | 1109 | 1331 | 1553 | 1774 | 2218 | 2661 | 222 | 181 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday
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 260C$.
Price extra night
55 C$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, 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
18
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jun 2025 - 31 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 30 C$
Homestay
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
from
310 C$
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | 310 | 620 | 930 | 1240 | 1550 | 1860 | 2170 | 2480 | 3100 | 3720 | 310 | 260 |
| Price in US$ | 215 | 430 | 645 | 860 | 1075 | 1289 | 1504 | 1719 | 2149 | 2578 | 215 | 181 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday
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 260C$.
Price extra night
55 C$
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
Includes
TV, Phone, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
18
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jun 2025 - 31 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 30 C$
GEC King Edward
Single room, No meals
from
640 C$
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | -- | 1280 | 1920 | 2560 | 3050 | 3660 | 4270 | 4880 | 6100 | 7320 | -- | 260 |
| Price in US$ | 887 | 1331 | 1774 | 2114 | 2537 | 2959 | 3382 | 4227 | 5073 | 181 |
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
Amenities fee: CAD 350 + 5% GST (Non-refundable).
Check-in
Saturday
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 300C$ 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 260C$.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Distance from school
30 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
GEC King Edward
Double room, No meals
from
495 C$
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | -- | 990 | 1485 | 1980 | 2250 | 2700 | 3150 | 3600 | 4500 | 5400 | -- | 260 |
| Price in US$ | 687 | 1030 | 1373 | 1560 | 1871 | 2183 | 2495 | 3119 | 3742 | 181 |
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
Amenities fee: CAD 350 + 5% GST (Non-refundable).
Check-in
Saturday
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 300C$ 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 260C$.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Double room
Distance from school
30 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
GEC Viva
Single room, No meals
from
560 C$
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | -- | 1120 | 1680 | 2240 | 2700 | 3240 | 3780 | 4320 | 5400 | 6480 | -- | 260 |
| Price in US$ | 777 | 1165 | 1553 | 1871 | 2246 | 2620 | 2994 | 3742 | 4491 | 181 |
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
Amenities fee: CAD 200 + 5% GST (Non-refundable).
Check-in
Saturday
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 300C$ 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 260C$.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
GEC Viva
Double room, No meals
from
460 C$
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in C$ | -- | 920 | 1380 | 1840 | 2150 | 2580 | 3010 | 3440 | 4300 | 5160 | -- | 260 |
| Price in US$ | 638 | 957 | 1276 | 1490 | 1788 | 2086 | 2384 | 2980 | 3576 | 181 |
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
Amenities fee: CAD 200 + 5% GST (Non-refundable).
Check-in
Saturday
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 300C$ 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 260C$.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Double room
Includes
Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Questions and answers about VIC - Vancouver International College
- Does the school offer Korean lessons?“No, the school only works with the translation programme.”Carlos Eduardo, LanguageCourse.net - May 18, 2023
FAQ about VIC - Vancouver International College, Vancouver
- What is the best price for a course at VIC - Vancouver International College, Vancouver?English courses at VIC - Vancouver International College start at 428 C$ for TESOL for Adults Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- Is airport pickup offered by VIC - Vancouver International College?Yes. The school offers pickup from Vancouver International Airport (150 C$)
- Which countries are students of VIC - Vancouver International College from?The highest Nationality percentage at VIC - Vancouver International College comes from Turkey with a 13% representation, followed by students from Brazil (10%) and Japan (10%).
- VIC - Vancouver International College offers courses for which ages?VIC - Vancouver International College offers courses from 18 years to 99. Average age is 21 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.
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