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The Academic Upgrading Grades 10-12 program helps students earn high school credits in core academic subjects such as English, math, and science. You can study full or part time at your own pace. You can earn tuition-free high school credits for university or college. You can learn in a group setting at scheduled times, or meet with instructors one-on-one at your own pace. 

Academic Upgrading Grades 10-12

Vancouver Community College

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1. Adult Upgrading students have diverse backgrounds and experience and include:

* Adult learners returning to education after any length of time away from schooling.
* Recent high school graduates who want to improve their grades before applying for post-secondary programs such as health sciences or Engineering.
* Adults who want credit towards their high school diploma.
* Students aged 15-18 who are currently enrolled in high school or who are not able to attend high school.
* Speakers of other languages who wish to develop/improve their English skills in a Canadian academic setting.

1. Upgrading courses are available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. See program options for international students at VCC International.
2. See individual course outlines for pre-requisites.
3. Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous are strongly encouraged to connect with VCC’s Indigenous Education and Community Engagement team to learn more about VCC’s Indigenous Education Enrolment Policy, application preparation/completion, program advising, and a range of other individualized services.
4. Applicants must be 16 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
5. Applicants must [submit official transcripts and other documents](https://www.vcc.ca/applying/registration-services/admissions-and-registration/applying-to-vcc/how-to-submit-transcripts/) as required by their course or program. Seats are offered to eligible applicants with completed applications, in order of application completion date (except for programs with competitive admissions). A complete application includes an application form, evidence of educational pre-requisites (e.g. transcripts), any required supporting documents (e.g. language proficiency, audition video), and the required deposit or fee payment. If you do not meet the requirements for the term applied, your application may be cancelled.

Applications should be submitted as early as possible. Qualified applicants are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

International students may refer to the VCC International page for details on admission deadlines.

When you are ready to apply, use our [pre-application checklist](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/go/resources) to make sure you have everything you need, and visit our [How-to guides page](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/help) for more information.

Vancouver Community College

Academic Upgrading Grades 10-12

Overview

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