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• Founded: 1965
• Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
• Number of students: 10 thousand full-time, 13 thousand in absentia
• Number of international students: 1200
• Rating in Canada: 80
• Teaching language: English.

Langara College is a state-level educational institution: at first it was a municipal college, and since 1994 Langara College has become an independent state university. Today it is one of the leading higher schools in British Columbia, which accepts both local and foreign students, so they have a special Langara PLUS training program for them.

Langara College calls its mission the creation of opportunities for quality education that will meet the needs of the modern labor market - the college offers more than 1000 training programs covering more than 90 specialties.

What sets Langara College apart from other educational institutions in Canada:

• For foreign students, a language training program is provided
• Tuition is lower than at university
• Applied training programs that include real-world practice
• Highly qualified teaching staff
• The implementation of the 2-year University Transfer program, which allows students to immediately transfer to the 3-1 course of the partner university of Langara College, is the University of Toronto, McGill, the University of British Columbia, York and many others.

• Langara College has a second name — snÉ™wÌ“eyəɬ lelÉ™mÌ“, which translates as «house of learning». This name was given to the college by the Musqueam people — it is a way of emphasizing respect for the culture and knowledge of indigenous peoples. Interestingly, this is one of the first cases in Canada where a public educational institution received an official name from an indigenous community!
• The history of the college began in 1965 as part of Vancouver City College, and it became an independent institution only in 1994.
• The main campus on West 49th Avenue opened in 1970 and is still in operation today, remaining an important part of Vancouver's educational history.
• The college has its own student media — a newspaper called The Voice, created by student journalists.

For accommodation students of Langara College offers several options:

• Host family. All Canadian families undergo a thorough selection by the educational institution (Selection of a foster family - $ 375 CAD one-time). Here the student is offered a private room with all amenities and necessary furniture, 2 or 3 meals a day are organized. Cost: from 750 $ CAD / month.
• Residence Bell. The student dormitory offers private bedrooms with a private bathroom, laundry service, shared kitchen and living room, wireless Internet. The atmosphere is international and friendly.
• Independent rental housing. An option for those for whom for some reason the first two are not suitable. A special service will help students with the search for an apartment or room. To save money, students often team up and rent apartments for 2-3 people. Cost: from 500 to 1000 $ CAD / month.

The Student Union operates on the basis of the college, which organizes extracurricular activities: students can join one of the thematic interest clubs, visit the athletics center, and develop in the tourism industry and beyond.

• Langara College offers 60+ academic and professional programs.
• Actively engaged in environmental initiatives: LEED buildings, emissions reduction, community projects with the Musqueam First Nation. Students participate in volunteer programs.
• From diplomas and certificates to bachelor's programs in select fields — multi-level, diverse courses.
• One of the key advantages is a well-developed transfer program system. Students can begin their studies at the college and then transfer credits to a university; many continue their education at major institutions in British Columbia, including the University of British Columbia and Simon Fraser University.
• Many academic programs include practical experience: internships, Co-op placements, and projects with real employers.
• Support is available for international students: adaptation assistance, academic advising, and language programs, including LEAP (English for Academic Purposes).

The Langara College campus is located in Vancouver, in the southern part of the city: a good location allows students to get to the subway and the airport in a matter of minutes. This is one of the most interesting cities in Canada, so guests can easily find what to do here.

Consider the infrastructure of the college campus:

• 7 educational buildings with modern technical equipment
• 1 basketball court
• 2 volleyball courts
• Badminton field
• Gym
• Dining room
• Library
• Security with video surveillance.

The academic year at Langara College is divided into three semesters:

• Winter - from the beginning of January
• Autumn - September 8
• Summer - May 4.

The submission of documents takes place accordingly:

• In winter - until October 15
• On summer - until February 15
• In the fall - until April 30.

Additional costs during the annual training at Langara College:

• Registration fee - 155 $ CAD
• Training materials - 1000 $ CAD / semester
• Accommodation - from 9000 $ CAD
• Ticket - 360 $ CAD
• Other expenses - 1000 $ CAD
• Entertainment and leisure - 1300 $ CAD.

Admission to Langara College begins with an online application; future students then choose a program and upload the required documents: diploma, passport, translations, and other materials. At this point, the registration fee (application fee) is paid.

After that, the college reviews the documents and program requirements, and may request additional files if necessary. If everything is in order, the applicant receives a Letter of Acceptance — an official enrollment letter; a deposit must be paid to confirm your place at the college.

The next step is applying for a student visa in Canada. After receiving all the necessary permits, students register for courses and move to the campus.

One of the main opportunities after studying at Langara College is transferring to a Canadian university. The college is considered one of the primary feeders for universities in British Columbia, including UBC and SFU: many students start their studies here and then transfer their accumulated credits to a university program. This allows students to complete part of their bachelor's degree in a more accessible format and then finish their degree at a university.

Career Studies programs are developed together with employers and are focused on the real demands of the Canadian labor market and neighboring countries; graduates acquire skills that can be applied immediately in the workplace.

According to college data on bachelor's program graduates:

• approximately 95% are employed full-time,
• approximately 92% find employment in their field under various terms.

In addition to transferring to a university or entering the workforce, college students have access to additional opportunities:

• Career Development Centre — a center that assists with career development and job searching,
• mentoring, academic support, and career planning assistance,
• volunteer projects and events for developing communication and leadership skills.

Co-op and Work Integrated Learning is study combined with practical experience at real companies, including internships and paid work: this experience helps students feel more confident in the job market after graduation, provided they choose a program that includes this format from the outset.

The conditions for admission to college programs may vary depending on the chosen specialty, however for applicants there is a mandatory list of documentation:

• Age from 18 years
• Filled out application
• Certificate of complete secondary education
• Good knowledge of English: IELTS from 6.0, TOEFL iBT - from 80.

One of the main forms of support for international students at Langara College is the International Regional Entrance Scholarship. It is available to those enrolling in full-time programs. The scholarship amount is approximately $CAD 7,500, distributed over the first 2 semesters: approximately $CAD 5,000 is applied in the first semester, and the remaining amount can be applied in the second semester provided that academic performance is maintained. To receive the scholarship in upper years, students must study full-time and maintain a GPA of approximately 2.67 or higher.

There is the President's International Entrance Scholarship — a competitive scholarship for students with high academic achievements. Its amount is also approximately $CAD 7,500, but the requirements are higher:

• a high grade point average (approximately 80% or above in high school),
• enrollment in a Canadian or recognized international school (depending on the program's conditions),
• submission of an application with additional documents, including transcripts and a personal statement.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision