Founded in 1965 as part of Vancouver Community College, Langara College became an independent public institution in 1994 under the Provincial College and Institute Act. Located in Vancouver, British Columbia, on Musqueam’s unceded territory, it serves over 23,000 students yearly, including 6,000+ international students from 102 countries. Langara, named snəw̓eyəɬ leləm̓ (house of teachings) by Musqueam, offers 130+ programs across arts, business, health, humanities, science, and technology. Its university transfer program, the largest in Canada, enables seamless transitions to top universities like UBC. Langara’s small class sizes, affordable tuition ($20,000/year for international students), and co-op programs enhance career readiness. The 49th Avenue campus features modern facilities, including a Science and Technology Building and Studio 58 for theatre arts. With a 96% student satisfaction rate, Langara provides robust support through homestay programs, LEAP ESL, and extracurriculars like clubs and intramural sports. Ranked among Canada’s top 250 institutions, Langara fosters a diverse, inclusive community.
