Frequently Asked Questions

We are located in the Westwood neighbourhood of Edmonton, Alberta.

Yes, Vanguard College is accredited with the Association of Biblical Higher Education, assuring consistency and quality throughout your education experience here.

We have TONS of scholarships and bursaries available for our students. Check them out HERE!

Yes, Vanguard College is affiliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada. We also have tracks in place with the Christian & Missionary Alliance (Alliance) and Pentecostal Assemblies of Newfoundland & Labrador. Anyone is welcome to attend Vanguard College, and students from 13+ denominations are represented in the student body.

Yes! Vanguard Online allows students to study almost any Vanguard College program from where you are, with greater flexibility so your studies can fit in your schedule.

We have a limited number of spaces available in our student housing units, with priority given to 1st year students. Our campus pastors can help students find other nearby housing arrangements, whether you hope to stay with other Vanguard College students or not.

No, pets are not allowed.

The washroom is the main difference. Students have their own rooms in each option, but the master suite comes with it's own washroom while students with the Private room option have a shared washroom.

No, Vanguard only offers up to undergraduate level programs.

No, this is a Bachelor's degree program to provide students who already have a degree in another field with the ability to take a Bachelor's degree at Vanguard College in as little as 2 years.

No, at our inception in 1946 we were named Canadian Northwest Bible Institute (CNBI), and in 1965 it was changed to Northwest Bible College (NBC). We changed our name to Vanguard College in 2004 alongside the purchase of our current campus.

We have approximately 200 students studying on-campus and online.

Vanguard College considers transfer credit from a variety of accredited post-secondary institutions. For transferring to Vanguard, have your transcripts sent our way and our Registrar will determine what is transferable. For transferring Vanguard courses elsewhere, most courses will transfer to other institutions that recognize ABHE accreditation, but it is the receiving institution itself that decides what is transferable.

Book your appointments HERE.

Announcements are made in chapel and around campus, and you can follow our student life Instagram account HERE.

Our Be the Bridge program allows you the opportunity to get $500 off tuition for EVERY new student you refer! Check out the details and eligibility requirements HERE.

Check out the Ministry Opportunities page of our website, where a wide variety of churches and ministries share practicum opportunities!

Yes! Aside from the benefit of gaining a certificate, diploma, or degree from Vanguard College, you get the benefits of being an alumni. This includes the Alumni Benefits Card (learn more HERE), which includes benefits at Vanguard College and from a selection of businesses in Edmonton and across North America.

Awesome! Contact us via email at social.media@vanguardcollege.com, we would love to hear your story.