35 Years of Excellence

For the past 35 years, we have been developing and refining our academic programs and winning a reputation as one of Canada's finest colleges. Rigorous coursework in English language studies, sciences, humanities and social sciences provides a strong foundation for university degree completion. Our graduates are eligible to enter the best universities in North America.

Students from all over the world choose Coquitlam College for its superb educational standards and inspiring, highly trained instructors. A Coquitlam College education offers a key to success in university, an unforgettable adventure in learning, and experiences to treasure forever.

Coquitlam College offers a University Transfer Program, a Senior Secondary Program and an English Studies (ES) Program and was one of the first two private institutions to be part of the BC Transfer System.

Mission, Goals & Values

OUR MISSION

For the past 35 years, we have been developing and refining our academic programs and winning a reputation as one of Canada's finest colleges. Rigorous coursework in English language studies, sciences, humanities and social sciences provides a strong foundation for university degree completion. Our graduates are eligible to enter the best universities in North America.

OUR GOALS

The goals of Coquitlam College are:

• To maintain high academic standards,
• To provide each student with educational programs that are individual and account for a wide range of backgrounds, interests and experiences,
• To provide an environment which reflects the multicultural nature of our society,
• To provide students with the means to achieve their goals and enable them to transfer to institutions which will further advance these goals,
• To encourage students to pursue broad academic goals in order to nurture their creativity and to help them to fully participate in a civil society,
• To provide affordable education in a private college environment,
• To provide a happy and rewarding working environment for staff and faculty,
• To work with the community to develop a close working relationship between academic pursuits and practical applications of the learning taking place at the college.

OUR VALUES

The core values of Coquitlam College are:

• Students are our primary concern,
• The promotion of teaching excellence,
• Fostering a strong international environment,
• Using sports and activities to foster a strong learning environment,   
• Providing a warm, friendly and safe atmosphere for students from many different places

Find Your Right Academic Path

English Studies Program

Improve your English skills first

• Develop your English language skills as you prepare for high school or university studies.
• Must be at least 15 years of age

High School Program

Become a High School Graduate

• Grade 10, 11 and 12
• Grade placement based on previous studies and English fluency
• Take High School and University Transfer courses at the same time

University Transfer Program

High School Graduates go directly here

• 1 or 2-Year Program
• Transfer to university 2nd or 3rd year
• Must demonstrate fluency in English