Student Resources

Starting something new comes with a lot of moving parts. This page is designed to make the practical side of student life easier—so you can focus on learning, settling in, and making the most of your time here.

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About Vancouver

Vancouver is a creative, diverse, and highly walkable city with strong beauty, fashion, wellness, and cultural communities. It’s also a place where nature is never far away.

As a student, we encourage you to make the most of both sides of the city: the creative energy of downtown and the grounding effect of being near the water, mountains, and parks.

Good to know

  • Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is located in Richmond, about 30 minutes from downtown

  • Summers are one of the best times to explore the city

  • Rain is part of life here, so good outerwear matters

  • Community centres are a great place to connect locally and take affordable classes

Campus Information

Monday to Friday
8:30 AM – 9:30 PM

Saturday to Sunday
8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Location

JCI Institute
Suite 200 – 1155 Robson Street
Vancouver, British Columbia

Hours

Paid parking is available nearby, along with metered street parking and downtown parkades. Availability and rates vary by time and location.

Getting Here

Our campus is accessible by SkyTrain, bus, SeaBus, and West Coast Express connections into downtown Vancouver.

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Helpful Resources

From campus information and housing to financial aid, wellness support, and career services, you’ll find the essentials collected in one place.

If you need help with something not listed here, reach out to your Enrolment Experience & Student Success Director.

  • Students applying for admission to JCI Institute must meet the following admission requirements. No exemptions or waivers are permitted.

    • Applicants must have successfully completed Grade 12, or be a mature student (19 years of age or older) at the start of the program

    • Applicants must meet one of the language proficiency requirements listed below

  • All applicants, regardless of citizenship or country of origin, must demonstrate an appropriate level of English language proficiency. One of the following must be met:

    • Completion of 3 years of full-time secondary education (Grades 8–12), or 2 years if Grades 10–12, where English is the language of instruction

    • Completion of 2 years of full-time post-secondary education at an accredited institution where English is the language of instruction

    • Verified results from one of the following tests:

      • IELTS Academic: overall score of 5.5 or higher

      • CAEL: overall score of 40 or higher

      • Duolingo English Test: overall score of 95 or higher

  • International applicants must:

    • Submit a valid study permit (or co-op education work permit) through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)

    • Maintain British Columbia Medical Services Plan (MSP) coverage

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  • Applicants who are 19 years or older at the start of the program and are Canadian citizens or permanent residents who cannot access their educational records must:

    • Provide attestation of at least 3 years of full-time instruction in English in a country where English is a principal language

    • Complete an Accuplacer English Assessment (Next Generation) with the following minimum scores:

      • Reading: 235

      • Writing: 235

      • WritePlacer: 4

Our Policies

  • No prior experience is required for most programs. Many students start with interest, curiosity, and a goal to build their skills from the ground up.

  • Yes. In fact, many students choose JCI after visiting the campus. Touring the space is one of the best ways to understand if it feels like the right fit.

  • That’s exactly what our team can help with. If you’re deciding between programs, we can walk you through the differences and help you find the best fit.

  • Yes. Merit-based tuition awards, government student loans, and flexible payment plans may be available depending on eligibility.

  • We’ll text or email you a link so you can book a call or campus visit when it works for you.

Need support?

If you’re not sure where to go, start by reaching out. Your Enrolment Experience & Student Success Director can help point you in the right direction and make sure you’re getting the support you need.

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