Entrance Requirements

Applicants from Alberta must have achieved a valid high school diploma with the completion of a Grade 12 English (English 30 preferred) with a minimum grade of 60% to gain entrance into a degree program.

Students with a Grade 12 English result of less than 60% are welcome to apply for a Certificate program or the Pursue Discipleship program and will be considered on a case by case basis. Upon successful completion of these programs, students are eligible to apply for continuance into a degree program.

Those students not meeting this requirement but having Mature Student Status will also be considered.

Applicants from other Provinces or Territories

The following are the standings acceptable as equivalent to Alberta High School Diploma:

Grade 12 from British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, and Yukon.
Students from Ontario, who have studied under the diploma requirements, are required to have their Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD).
One year CEGEP from Quebec. Quebec students entering without CEGEP will be accepted into a certificate program until the successful completion of the freshman year, at which time they may register for a degree.

Applicants from the United States

International Applicants

Mature Student Status

Applicants 21 years of age or older on Registration Day, who have been away from formal education for a minimum of two years and who can demonstrate their ability to undertake college-level studies are eligible to complete the application process. Each applicant will be considered on an individual basis.

All Mature Students Applicants are required to provide an Official Transcript showing completion of an ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2 or their equivalencies (Grade 12 English) before they may be admitted to a Diploma or Degree Program of Study.

The best option is to present results of standardized testing, such as Provincial Departmental results, ACT or SAT.

Students may also consider the option to apply as an open studies student, completing two courses with a minimum grade of C, as an alternative to providing a high school transcript. Please note that an introductory learning course must first be completed with a minimum grade of B-. These courses are designed to equip students for post-secondary studies. Online students are required to take Orientation to Online Learning.

Home-Based Learners

Admissions Process

At Vanguard College, we value home education and how important it is to students and parents. We recognize how home educating families strive for excellence in educational and spiritual formation, and how the tailored home education experience creates a unique and well-rounded individual.

Understanding that there are many different ways to achieve quality education, we have created many options to continue your education at Vanguard. We strive to personalize the admissions process, and we encourage home educated students to apply. Students will be evaluated on an individual basis, in keeping with the individual and tailored education received at home.

If you are a Canadian homeschool student you will need to submit:

Transcript - an official transcript from your provincial ministry of education showing proof of the required Grade 12 courses OR
Portfolio - a Learner Profile & Third Party transcript including a complete list of high school subjects completed, writing samples, and a Third Party transcript
- If a Third Party transcript is not available the following can be provided: ACT Testing with a minimum score of 20, SAT Testing with a minimum score of 900, or GED with a minimum score of 500
Vanguard Open Studies Courses - complete a minimum of two, 3-credit courses, with a grade of 2.0 or higher in each course from Vanguard (On-Campus or Online, as well as the Orientation to Online Learning Course (1-credit course).

See our Home-Based Learners Profile Requirements for Home Educated Applicants. Or contact Enrolment Services at enrolment.counselor@vanguardcollege.com for further information.

General Admissions Requirements

1) Be at least 17 years of age at the beginning of the start of their first semester of study

2) Completed a Grade 12 Diploma

3) Have the equivalent of the Alberta High School English 30-1 or 30-2

Home Educated Student Profile

Christian Character

You must have a definite experience of Christian conversion, with current evidence of faith in Christ and regular attendance at a local church for at least one year.
You must portray evidence of sound Christian character and live in accordance with guidelines and standards set out in our Community Standards.

Community Standards

Part of the application process includes acknowledging that you have read and agree to adhere to the Community Conduct Standards of Vanguard College.

International Students

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Academic Requirements

High School Diploma

Applicants are required to possess the equivalent of a valid Canadian Grade 12 High School Diploma. An official transcript, indicating subjects studied and grades received, must accompany the application. Documents in a language other than English must be accompanied by a notarized English translation and a transcript legend must be provided.

English Requirements

In order to determine preparedness for post-secondary studies, all International students are required to complete a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam.

An acceptable TOEFL score will be 550 for the paper-based test, 197 on the computer-based test or 86 on the internet test with a minimum score of 21 in each section.
An acceptable IELTS overall score will be 6.5, and minimum individual band scores of 5.0.
Vanguard College's Institution Code is 3330.
For information write to: TOEFL Services, Box 6154, Princeton, NJ 08541-6154, USA or IELTS Enquiries, Bridgewater House, 58 Whitworth Street, Manchester, U.K.
See websites for more information: TOEFL Canada Website, IELTS Canada Website

Applicants who have completed studies in English equivalent to a Canadian Grade 12 Diploma with a minimum of 60% in all core subjects may be considered for Part B of the application process.

Application Process

Application for Admission Part A includes the following:

Personal Information including Citizenship
Application Fee ($100)
TOEFL or IELTS Score (Official Documentation must be sent in Part B)
Previous Academic Information including copies of all Transcripts for High School and Post-Secondary Education
Financial Plan
Sponsorship Information

Application for Admission Part B includes the following:

Application Fee ($150)
Form A: Academic Reference (Teacher, Counselor or Dean)
Form B: Pastor's Reference
Official High School Transcripts (Notarized English translation and Transcript legend required)
Official Report of TOEFL or IELTS
Police Check for Vulnerable Sector

References provided by family members are not acceptable.

Application Processing Time

Application Deadlines

Part A of the International Application is due:
May 1st for September Intake
September 1st for January Intake

Applicants who do not meet the English Language Requirements of TOEFL or IELTS and do not provide complete information in Part A will not be permitted to proceed to Part B.

Part B of the International Application is due:
June 1st for September Intake
September 15th for January Intake

Vanguard College is unable to accept applications past the due date.

Academic Calendar

Medical Insurance

Additional Information

To ensure your international study experience gets off to a smooth start, be sure to apply as early as possible for your Canadian study permit.

You will also require a valid visa or Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to enter Canada, which will be automatically issued when your study permit is approved. However, please note that if you extended or renewed an existing study permit before May 1, 2017, you may need to apply separately for an eTA.

As you prepare to arrive in Canada, be sure to travel with on necessary documents. For more information on what to expect when you arrive, visit https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/prepare-arrival.html.

If you plan to travel outside of Canada during the course of your studies, before your trip, always make sure that you have the proper, valid documents to re-enter the country. For more information, visit the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website at http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/index.asp.

Starting July 31, 2018, you may need to give your fingerprints and photo (biometrics) when you apply for a study permit if you are from Europe, the Middle East or Africa. Find out if these changes may apply to you.

IRCC has also prepared posters and shareable images to remind all travellers to Canada, including students, to apply early if they need a visa or Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). If you would like electronic versions of any of these products, please contact IRCC at IRCC.Outreach-Rayonnement.IRCC@cic.gc.ca.

Tuition & Fees

Post-Degree/Diploma Program

To qualify for the Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies (Post Degree/Diploma), an applicant must have completed a Diploma or Degree program from another accredited institution (with a minimum of 60 credits completed). The General Studies courses from the previous studies will be assessed to determine if additional courses will be required. The program could potentially be more than 2 years. Please be prepared to provide course content, syllabi, etc.

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