Douglas College - New Westminster Campus

Entrance Scholarships for international students at Douglas College

Douglas College offers nearly $100,000 in entrance scholarships to new international students each year who have proven to be successful in their previous academic studies.

We currently have two categories of entrance scholarships available for Fall, Winter, and Summer semesters at Douglas College: 

1) Regional Entrance Awards: $500 or $1000

• No separate application necessary. Students will automatically be assessed upon application to Douglas College, and will be notified of this award when we send an offer of admission. 
• Available to students from: CIS countries (Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, and Uzbekistan), Europe, Latin America, Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia.
• To be eligible, students must have applied to Douglas College by the official semester application deadline listed below.
• Successful recipients typically have an above average GPA (80% or higher) and strong English language proficiency test scores (i.e. IELTS 7.0 and above, or equivalent).
• The scholarship will be applied towards the recipient's 2nd semester tuition fees at Douglas College.

2) Douglas International Merit-Based Scholarships: $2500 (13 available)

• Separate application required. Applicants must complete the entrance scholarship form (PDF) by the below deadline and email along with all supporting documents to dciadmissions@douglascollege.ca  To be considered, students must have already applied to Douglas College.
• Students are selected based on their previous academic performance and their engagement in their school, community and/or personal development.
• Students from all countries are eligible for these scholarships.
• Successful recipients will be notified of their award prior to arrival at Douglas College. The scholarship will be applied towards the recipient's 2nd semester tuition fees at Douglas College.

Entrance Scholarship Deadlines

Continuing student awards and scholarships

In addition to entrance scholarships, Douglas College students may also qualify for continuing student awards based on their performance throughout the academic year. 

Douglas International Students Performance Based Tuition Scholarship 

This scholarship was created by Guangwei Ouyang, VP, International Education & Strategic Partnerships, in 2017, to support the recruitment of international student athletes to Douglas College. The purpose of the fund is to cover the difference between International and Domestic student tuition fees. A maximum of 5 eligible recipients will be chosen each academic year to receive up to $7,000 towards their tuition. The scholarships will be split equally between the Fall & Winter semester. 

Coca-Cola & Stewart Graham International Volunteer Award of Distinction

The Stewart Graham Memorial International Volunteer Award of Distinction was established by an estate gift from Stewart Graham in 1997. Stewart Graham worked with the Department of Education in the 1960s and 1970s when colleges were being established and is considered one of the educational architects of Douglas College. The award supported Douglas College students who were engaged in any Douglas College approved international volunteer program. The Coca-Cola Bursary was established by Coca-Cola in 2001 to support students enrolled in any program of study at Douglas College. Coca-Cola works to refresh the world, inspire moments of optimism, create value and make a difference. The two funds were merged in 2016 and became the Coca-Cola & Stewart Graham International Volunteer Award of Distinction. The award continues to support Douglas College students in any program of study who are engaged in an international volunteer program, including unpaid service learning, practicum or internship placements.

Douglas College International Education Award of Distinction

The Douglas College International Education Award of Distinction endowment fund was created in 1995 by Douglas College International (then Douglas College Centre for International Education). The purpose of the fund is to recognize and reward international students returning to Douglas College who have demonstrated excellence over time, having completed a minimum of 24 credit hours.

Japan Canada Educational & Cultural Award of Distinction

This fund was established by contributions made by Momoyama Gakuin University (in 1986), Kyoto University of Foreign Studies (KUFS) (in 2002), Shirafuji Academy (in 1992) and the Japan Canada Educational & Cultural Exchange Foundation (JACEF) (in 2001) to support Canadian students attending Japanese educational institutions, as well as international students studying at Douglas College. In 2015, these institutions individual funds were merged to create the Japan Canada Educational & Cultural Award of Distinction. The purpose of the fund remained the same, to encourage Douglas College students to develop educational and cultural experiences in Japan, as well as to support Japanese national students studying at Douglas College.

President’s International Exchange Scholarship

The President’s International Exchange Scholarship was created in honor of Dr. Kathy Denton, President and CEO of Douglas College, in 2018, in honour of the reciprocal global education program with Kyoto University of Foreign Studies. Douglas International has committed to funding this scholarship for up to 5 years. 

Dr. Yoshikazu Morita International Exchange Scholarship for Kyoto University of Foreign Studies Students

The Dr. Yoshikazu Morita International Exchange Scholarship for Kyoto University of Foreign Studies Students was created, in 2018, in honour of Dr. Yoshikazu Morita, Chancellor and Chair of the Board of Governors, Kyoto University of Foreign Studies. Douglas International has committed to funding this scholarship for up to 5 years. 

Working at Douglas College means you're a part of the educational experience. Whether you're interacting with students in our classrooms and labs, working in one of our main service areas or supporting teaching and learning from behind the scenes, you can find your niche at Douglas College.

Our commitment to student success translates into a work environment where innovation, service excellence and teamwork are part of everyday life. We provide an inclusive, respectful environment that offers a competitive benefits package as well as many professional development and recreational opportunities.

Explore our site to find important information and job updates for both prospective and current Douglas College employees.

New Users

• To search positions, click the Search Postings link on the navigation bar.
• To apply for a job, click the Create Application link on the navigation bar, then follow the directions.

Returning Users

• Click the Login link on the navigation bar, and enter your username and password
• This enables you to:
• Edit your existing application.
• Apply to new jobs without re-entering your application information.
• Review the status of positions you have applied to.

If you have questions, please email the Human Resources department at humanresources@douglascollege.ca.

Eligible students can work up to 20 hours per week during academic sessions once you have commenced your program of study. During scheduled breaks eligible students can work full-time regardless of your course load.

Homestay

Many international students at Douglas College choose to live in homestay for their first few months of living in Canada. Douglas College works with a homestay placement service called First Choice International Placement (FCI). 

FCI will help to place you with a homestay family depending on your interests and individual requirements. Homestay families are all carefully screened and selected to ensure the best possible experience. 

Student residence 

For Douglas College students interested in staying at student residence, Global Education City offers different locations and options for student housing. 

• GEC Pearson is comprised of two brand new, six-floor buildings located on the southside of Vancouver. GEC Pearson is our largest residence, offering accommodations for over 200 students. Both buildings offer fully-furnished private and shared rooms adjoined to a living space and well-stocked kitchen. GEC Pearson also includes in-suite laundry, as well as a gym, outdoor common space, and secure underground parking. Similar to other GEC properties, controlled access, 24/7 video surveillance of all entrances and public areas, as well as live-in caretakers are just some of the additional features at GEC Pearson.
• GEC Viva is a 17-storey tower located in Downtown Vancouver between vibrant Davie Village and the bustling Granville Street Entertainment District.The residence is surrounded by the countless comforts and amenities of downtown living, and is within walking distance of numerous bus line stops as well as the Yaletown-Roundhouse and Vancouver City Centre Canada Line stations. The building offers fully-furnished private and shared rooms adjoined to a living space and kitchen. GEC Viva also includes access to a private gym. 
• GEC Burnaby Heights is a four-storey residence located in the Capitol Hill neighbourhood of Burnaby. The close proximity of this residence to public transit and numerous educational institutions makes it perfect for both domestic and international students looking for convenient access to both school and the attractions of downtown Burnaby and Vancouver. Similar to other GEC properties, controlled access, 24/7 video surveillance of all entrances and public areas, smart locks, as well as live-in caretakers are just some of the features at GEC Burnaby Heights.
• GEC Granville is a hotel and residence located in Downtown Vancouver at the edge of the lively Granville Street Entertainment District. The residence is surrounded by the countless comforts and amenities of downtown living, and is within walking distance of numerous bus line stops as well as the Yaletown-Roundhouse and Vancouver City Centre Canada Line stations. The building offers hotel-quality furnishings as well as access to a private fitness centre, business centre, and shared kitchen.

Renting

If you want to rent your own place, the easiest way to look for your new home is online. You can find more resources on the Douglas Student Union website. 

Be cautious when searching and remember to view the inside of a property before you sign a lease or pay any money. There are several other rights and responsibilities that you have as a tenant (renter).