University Canada West (UCW)

Associate of Arts
Vancouver, Canada, North America
Vancouver, Canada, North America
About the program
The Associate of Arts (AA) degree prepares students for life as an educated person and lays a solid foundation for further study. This two-year, 60-credit (20 courses) undergraduate program is equivalent to the first two years of a four-year degree in the Arts.
Program Details
Degree level:
2-Year Undergraduate Diploma
Study mode:
In Class
Program duration:
24 months
Features
Post-study work visa
International Year One
Details come from the university and can change — always confirm on the program page before you apply.
Key facts
Entry requirements
Grade 12 / High School
Cost

$22 895
Cost of living / year

CA$20 180
≈ $14 730
Tuition
Other fees

Guard Me Fee
per year
$190
Library and Technology Fee
per year
$170
Application Fee
one time
$150
New Student Orientation Fees
one time
$100
Keep Me Safe Fee
per year
$88
Charged by the institution on top of tuition.
Scholarships (1)
Rising Scholar Grant
CAD 21,000
Separate application required
Requirements:
The Rising Scholar Grant at University Canada West offers significant financial support for international students enrolling in the Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Arts in Business Communications programs in 2026. This grant is designed to help eligible students reduce tuition costs and pursue their academic goals with confidence. # Eligibility Criteria - Open to international applicants who are citizens of the following countries: Argentina, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Mongolia, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Türkiye, Venezuela, Vietnam - Also available to international students who have been studying in Canada for at least one year - Must be new bachelor degree students starting their studies at University Canada West in 2026 # Award Value and Disbursement - Bachelor of Commerce: **$21,000** - Bachelor of Arts in Business Communications: **$21,000** - The grant is disbursed as a tuition credit starting from the first term of enrollment - Award amount is prorated based on the number of credits required to complete the program - If transfer credits or Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) credits are granted at admission or during studies, the award amount will be adjusted accordingly # Conditions and Requirements - Students must commence their program before their offer of admission expires - Program changes are not permitted after receiving the grant - All fees not covered by the award must be paid by their respective due dates - Students must maintain good academic standing throughout their studies - Full-time enrollment status must be maintained to retain the grant # Important Notes - This grant is specifically for new bachelor degree students starting in 2026 - Scholarships, bursaries, and awards are subject to change without prior notice - If the allocated financial support pool is fully utilized before the end of the award program’s validity, the offer may be withdrawn unless an official Letter of Acceptance has already been received Take advantage of this opportunity to fund your education at University Canada West and advance your career in business. Check your eligibility and apply early to secure the Rising Scholar Grant for 2026.
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Campuses
Main Campus
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Program Details
Degree level:
2-Year Undergraduate Diploma
Study mode:
In Class
Program duration:
24 months
Contacts
Address:
626 West Pender Street, Suite 100, Vancouver, Canada
Phone number:
1 (778) 655-3702
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