Capilano University campus
North Vancouver, Canada
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Capilano University

North Vancouver·university_college·Est. 1968
AffordableScholarship available

$16,000

Tuition/yr

8,000

Enrollment

About Capilano University

Capilano University (CapU) is a teaching-focused public university based in North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, located on the slopes of the North Shore Mountains, with programming that also serves the Sea-to-Sky Corridor and the Sunshine Coast. The university is named after Chief Joe Capilano, leader of the Squamish people from 1895 to 1910.

Campus & Location

Province

British Columbia

Campus setting

Suburban

Cost of living: Housing: CAD 1,200–2,000/mo | Food: CAD 400–700/mo | One of Canada's most expensive cities.

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)

PGWP 3 years for most programs.

For Nepali students

Located in North Vancouver — stunning mountain views, 20 min from Vancouver. Capilano offers both degrees and diplomas. Strong in Tourism, Business, Arts, and IT. University status means degree programs eligible for 3-year PGWP.

Programs(2)

PG Diploma — Digital Design

Faculty of Fine & Applied Arts

Arts & Social Sciences
PG Diploma~$18k/yr1 yrIELTS 6+GPA 2.5+septemberPGWP

Bachelor of Business Administration

School of Business

Business & Management
Bachelor's~$19k/yr4 yrIELTS 6.5+september, januaryPGWP

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Admission requirements — Nepali equivalents

A rough translation of the published minimums for Nepali applicants:

GPA 3.060%+ in NEB +2, B+ average in Cambridge A-levels, or Second Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.370%+ in NEB +2 or First Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.675%+ in NEB +2 or First Division with Distinction in a TU bachelor's degree.
IELTS 6.5The most common graduate minimum — achievable with 2–3 months of focused preparation. IELTS 7.0+ needed for the most competitive programs.

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Data last verified: 2026-04-26 · Source: https://www.capilanou.ca. Information may change — verify with Capilano University’s official website before applying.