Douglas College

New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada · Public college · established 1970

Diploma, certificate or associate degreeLast checked: 25 October 2026

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Overview

Quick answer: Douglas College is a public college in New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada, offering diploma, certificate or associate degree programmes. Indicative international tuition is CAD 18,000 to CAD 24,000 a year; English: IELTS 6.5 overall or equivalent.

College diploma or certificate; check the programme's PGWP eligibility and the provincial attestation letter (PAL) rule before applying.

Location

New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada

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Type

Public college

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Established

1970

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Levels

Diploma, certificate or associate degree

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Indicative tuition

CAD 18,000 to CAD 24,000 a year

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In taka (approx.)

about BDT 15.8 lakh to BDT 21.1 lakh a year

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English (typical)

IELTS 6.5 overall or equivalent

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Official website

www.douglascollege.ca

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Popular subject areas

Subject areas where Douglas College offers programmes. Open a subject to compare other universities.

Business & MBA Nursing & Health Sciences Computer Science & IT Arts, Design & Humanities

Fees and cost of study (estimate in BDT)

Item (per year)	CAD	BDT (approx.)
Tuition (mid-range estimate)	CAD 21,000	BDT 18.5 lakh
Living costs (typical, 12 months)	CAD 23,448	BDT 20.6 lakh
Total first year	CAD 44,448	BDT 39.1 lakh

Estimate only, using rates of 25 October 2026. The official visa funds rule for Canada is in our Canada guide.

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Admission requirements and documents

Typical documents for Bangladeshi applicants. The programme page decides the final list.

Passport valid for the whole course (renew early if it expires within 18 months)
SSC and HSC (or O/A level) certificates and mark sheets; bachelor's certificate and transcript for postgraduate study
English test result (IELTS Academic, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT or Duolingo, as the university accepts) or a medium-of-instruction letter where accepted
Statement of purpose or motivation letter written by you, plus CV
Two recommendation letters where the programme asks for them
Sponsor documents: bank statement and solvency certificate, sponsor's income proof, TIN and tax return acknowledgement
Birth certificate or NID; names and dates must match the passport and certificates

How to apply to Douglas College

Where to apply: on the official admissions or international students page of www.douglascollege.ca or through the official system below. The full list of programmes and every subject is in the official course catalogue there.

Official application systems for Canada

Step by step

Choose the diploma or degree programme and check that it qualifies for the study visa and any post-study work (PGWP, CRICOS, NZQA).
Check the entry rule (usually HSC results for diplomas, a bachelor's for graduate certificates) and the English score.
Apply on the college's international application page or the provincial portal; pay the application fee.
Receive the offer letter, pay the tuition deposit and collect the visa document (LOA, CoE or offer of place).
Prepare proof of funds and apply for the student visa; then plan arrival.

Timeline (typical, plan backwards from the start date)

Intakes in Canada: September, January, May

When	What to do
9 to 6 months before	Choose the programme, check visa and post-study work eligibility, take the English test.
6 to 4 months	Apply and receive the offer; pay the deposit.
4 to 1 months	Proof of funds and visa application; accommodation.
Last month	Flights and arrival.

Application deadlines differ by programme; scholarship deadlines come first. Confirm every date on the official page. Confirm with counsellor

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Student visa for Canada

Students need a letter of acceptance from a Designated Learning Institution and, in most cases, a provincial attestation letter before applying for a study permit.

Choose a DLI and check PGWP eligibility of the programme.
Get the letter of acceptance and, if needed, the attestation letter.
Prepare funds (CAD 23,448 plus first-year tuition and travel).
Apply online on the IRCC portal; give biometrics at the visa application centre.
Complete the medical exam if asked.

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Scholarships to look at

Ask our counsellor about university and departmental awards.

Also check the university's own scholarships page. No scholarship is guaranteed.

Frequently asked questions

What is the tuition fee at Douglas College for Bangladeshi students?

Indicative tuition is CAD 18,000 to CAD 24,000 a year (about BDT 15.8 lakh upwards). Fees differ by programme and year, so check the official fee page before you apply.

What IELTS score does Douglas College need?

Many programmes ask for about IELTS 6.5 overall, but some ask for more. Check the English requirement on the programme page.

Can Bangladeshi students apply to Douglas College?

Yes. Bangladeshi applicants apply as international students. Entry depends on the programme's academic, English and document requirements.

How do I get a student visa for Canada?

After you receive your offer, follow the Canada student visa steps in our Canada guide. Our counsellors can review your file before you submit.

How do I apply to Douglas College?

Apply on the official admissions page of www.douglascollege.ca or through OUAC (Ontario universities). Prepare your passport, attested certificates, English score and statement first, and apply well before the deadline.