At University Canada West you not only get a rigorous academic education and the chance to develop skills that are in demand in today's market, but you get your degree sooner than you would in other post-secondary institutions, so you can get on with your life and your career sooner:

•  Apply and be admitted: no waiting, no wondering. If you are graduating from high school and have a 65% average or better and are motivated to succeed, you have what it takes to be accepted here. Even if all your marks are not available when you apply, we may still consider you for admission, based on the grades you expect to receive.
  
  
•  Graduate sooner: Our undergraduate programs are not built on the semester system, but on a quarter system. Our academic year is built on four ten-week terms within which you can complete five courses per term. Because of this, you will be able to complete a four-year degree program in just two years - a full two years sooner than under the semester system. That is our fastest program. You may prefer to spend one or two terms (in the summer) away from school so you can work, travel, or pursue other interests: you would still finish in less than three years, more than a full year earlier than if you had pursued two semesters of study at some other Canadian University.
  
  
•  Get the help you need to succeed. we work on the principle that a student learns best in an environment where there are 35 students or less in a class. Each class is divided into small Learning Teams of five or 6 students who work together and support one another. Most courses, especially those with an enrolment of greater than 12 students have a dedicated Learning Coach to help you succeed at your studies.
  
  
•   Live and study in Victoria. Victoria offers outstanding educational opportunities, a stunning natural environment, and a friendly population. Because UCW is located near the heart of this vibrant city, the whole city becomes your campus.