We welcome international students, with the programs and support to make your studies at Capilano University memorable and successful. Find your home here Capilano University is a “home away from home” for more than 1,900 international students from 73 countries around the world.  Surrounded by nature, close to the city Here you can breathe the clean mountain air while you study at our forested North Vancouver campus. Yet you’re only 30 minutes away from Vancouver’s vibrant shopping, restaurants, and entertainment options — where you can experience the arts, culture, nightlife and more. Vancouver is consistently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities. Small classes with a focus on teaching CapU instructors focus on helping students achieve academic success — and with an average class size of 25 students, they can offer support and attention to every student in class. Real-world experience Our instructors bring practical work experience in their industry, meaning you’ll be able to tap into their professional network of contacts. And as a CapU student, you’ll gain valuable practical experience through group work, case studies, competitions, internships, co-op practicums, volunteerism, and community service.  CapU is accredited CapU is a public university. We are fully accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU), a US-based accrediting body. We’re also recognized by British Columbia's Education Quality Assurance [EQA] designation, which is Canada's first and only provincial brand of quality for post-secondary education. This means that your Capilano University credentials will be recognized around the world, whether you’re interested in pursuing graduate studies or employment in Canada or abroad. It also means you may be eligible to apply for your Post-Graduation Work Permit when you've completed your program.