Summary

Students must meet one of the following:

• English Studies 12 (C+) or English First Peoples 12 (C+) and two years of full-time high school education in Canada
• Advanced Placement (AP) English Language/Composition or English Literature/Composition = at least a score of 4
• International Baccalaureate (IB) English Language A higher level = at least a score of 5
• At least four (4) consecutive years of full-time education in English in Canada, or another English-speaking country
• At least four (4) consecutive years of full time education at an eligible English-speaking High School in a country where English is not the primary language
• An English Language Assessment Test in one of:
  • TOEFL = at least a score of 560 paper-based or 83 internet-based
  • English Language Assessment (ELA) requirement = at least a score of 145
  • International English Language Testing System (Academic IELTS) = at least 6.5 overall and no sub score less than 6
  • Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Assessment = at least a score of 70
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) = at least a score of 56
  • DET (Duolingo English Test) = at least a score of 110 (note*: DET is accepted on a temporary basis until September 2021)
  • Language Proficiency Index Level 4 with an essay score of 26
• Capilano University EAP 100 (B+) and EAP 101 (B+)
• 6 credits of transferable English at the post-secondary level
• Completion of a recognized degree program at an accredited university at which English is the primary language of instruction in a country where English is the principle language.

Students who do not qualify under one of the above requirements may submit a request for a waiver of the English Language Requirement form to the attention of Admissions in the Registrar's Office.

Verify with the institution directly.

Admission requirements vary by program but, at a minimum, most CapU programs require successful completion of:

• One of:
  • B.C. secondary school (Grade 12) or equivalent
  • BC Adult Dogwood Graduation Diploma
  • General Education Diploma
  • International Secondary School Equivalencies (pdf)
• At least 60% grade point average calculated on:
  • English Studies 12, or English 12, or English First Peoples 12; and
  • two academic Grade 12 courses

Once you are admitted and for program completion purpose, you may need to pass the English Diagnostic Test if you are taking English 100, and/or the Math Placement Test to gain admission to certain entry-level Math courses. 

Applicants must also meet the specific admission requirements of your intended program. These admission requirements are detailed within each program profile for Capilano University in EducationPlannerBC's Program Search Database.

If you do not meet the academic requirements for program entry, you have the option of taking academic upgrading courses in order to upgrade your qualifications for future admissions.

If you are a resident of British Columbia, this page details the process for concurrent admission, important notes about provincial exams, information for Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) students, requirements for home-schooled students and additional ways you can apply for admission to Capilano University. 

Visit Capilano University's Admission Requirements page for a list of general admission requirements. You must also meet the specific admission requirements of your intended program. These program-specific admission requirements are detailed within each program profile for Capilano University in EducationPlannerBC's Program Search Database.

Click to see information for students applying from other parts of Canada and other countries.

Transfer credit is coursework completed in another school, college or university that may count toward your Capilano University program.

If you have completed post-secondary studies at another institution and wish to gain transfer credit, please refer to CapU's Transfer Credit web page. The transfer credit evaluation process involves a form, a fee, and sealed, official transcripts.

Use the BC Transfer Guide to check whether or not your course from another BC post-secondary institution is eligible for transfer credit.

Transfer credit is coursework completed in another school, college or university that may count toward your Capilano University program.

If you have completed post-secondary studies at another institution and wish to gain transfer credit, please refer to CapU's Transfer Credit web page. The transfer credit evaluation process involves a form, a fee, and sealed, official transcripts.

International students are non-Canadian students who do not have permanent resident status and need a study permit from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

For complete details about applying to Capilano University as an international student, please click here. 

High school students with superior academic records may apply for limited admission which will allow enrollment in one or two university-level Arts and Sciences courses while still attending secondary school.

The Concurrent Studies Consent Form (pdf) must be co-signed by your parent or legal guardian, with supporting comments provided by your high school principal (or their designate). The completed form must be accompanied by an official copy of your high school academic record. Inquiries should be directed to the Capilano University's Registrar's Office.