Your Pathway to University Starts Here
At Columbia College, our University Transfer (UT) Program is designed to provide students with a direct pathway into the second or third year of a bachelor’s degree at top Canadian universities. Whether you’re aiming for a degree in Arts, Business, Science, Computer Science or Engineering, Columbia College offers the flexibility and academic preparation you need to succeed.
Columbia College is a recognized member of the BC Transfer System, which means your credits are widely accepted by universities across British Columbia and Canada. Our students have successfully transferred to top institutions, including UBC, SFU, KPU, University of Victoria, University of Manitoba and many more.
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How It Works
At Columbia College, all university-level courses are part of our Associate Degree programs. Students in the University Transfer (UT) stream often transfer to a university after one or two years, without completing the full degree.
An university course usually carry 3–4 credits, and a full-time semester includes 9 to 15 credits. Most students complete two semesters at Columbia College to qualify for second-year university admission.
Most Canadian undergraduate degrees take three to five years to complete, with the average being four years—meaning students who study at Columbia College for two years typically need two more years at university to complete their bachelor’s degree.
Transfer Support & Planning
Our academic advisors will work closely with you to create a customized course plan tailored to your goals and desired university. We’ll help you:
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Understand admission requirements
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Maximize transferable credits
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Stay on track for your university goals
University Transfer Academic Requirements
Seamless Transfer Pathways
Columbia College’s university-level courses are pre-approved for transfer to many institutions, including:
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University of British Columbia (UBC)
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Simon Fraser University (SFU)
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University of Victoria (UVic)
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Other BC colleges and universities with 4-year degree programs
These courses are listed in the BC Council on Admissions and Transfer (BCCAT) database, and are also widely recognized across Canada and the United States. However, students are encouraged to confirm credit transferability directly with their intended university.
Below are some examples:
Have questions about course transferability to any university program in Canada? Connect with our academic advisors for guidance!
BC Transfer Guide
Columbia College is a member of the BC Transfer System, which is managed by the BC Council on Admissions and Transfer (BCCAT). Through this system, colleges and universities in British Columbia ensure that transfer credits are granted for specific courses completed at colleges, typically covering two years of post-secondary study.
Students can use the BC Transfer Guide to determine how their credits will transfer to participating universities across Canada.
ScholarPath Scholarship
We are proud to offer the ScholarPath Scholarship to outstanding students and alumni who are transferring from Columbia College into a Canadian university degree program and have shown outstanding academic performance, leadership, and dedication to their field of study.
Eligibility:
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Completed 30+ University Transfer credits at Columbia College
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Admitted to a Bachelor’s program at a Canadian university
Award Amounts:
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$10,000 for Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents
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$30,000 for International Students
A limited number of scholarships are awarded each year based on available funding.
FAQ
The updated PGWP eligibility was issued by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Students can check which programs are eligible through the IRCC website.
The University Transfer Program lets you complete up to 60 credits at the first and second-year levels, which can then be transferred to any university across Canada.
You can also choose to complete an Associate Degree at Columbia College and then transfer with full credit toward a bachelor’s program.
Questions?
Have questions or ready to apply? Get in touch with us!
Admissions
Email: admissions@columbiacollege.ca
