Vancouver Island University

When you apply to academic or trades programs, you’re taking an exciting step in your life. It’s a big move and there’s lots to think about. We’re here to help you along the way.

Here you'll find general information for undergraduate admissions and trades admissions for standard applications.

This page covers general information for undergraduate admissions and trades admissions for standard applications. If you’re a transfer student, international student or mature student, you may have different questions. And we have answers.

Our friendly recruiters are always ready to answer your questions about applying to VIU. They can help you with the application process and talk you through the program options that might work for you.

These steps cover the basics. And we help along the way. If your application is missing something, we will email you.

The basic requirement for most VIU programs is a high school graduation with a minimum C grade in English. Most programs have additional requirements. Often they include other high school courses that prepare you for what you’ll learn in the program. You can find the complete admission requirements on the program pages.

When you’re exploring your options, an information session is a great place to start. We offer general info sessions that give you an overview of VIU. And we offer program info sessions that focus on individual programs.

Each program has different requirements. Often these are high school courses with minimum grades. Before you apply, check the program page to ensure you’ve got all the prerequisites. If you’re missing prerequisites, check in with academic career preparation. We offer tuition-free upgrading courses you can take. Need a little extra help with upgrading? Pathways to Post-secondary offers free upgrading support. Pathways also offers free support for students in ESL courses.