Trinity Western University

TRINITY WESTERN UNIVERSITY

✅ Unique Features of Trinity Western University

• Faith-Based Education: TWU is Canada's largest privately funded Christian university, integrating faith and learning across all programs. 

• Personalized Learning Environment: With a student-faculty ratio of 16:1 and average class sizes of 15, TWU offers a personalized and interactive learning experience. 

• Comprehensive Program Offerings: TWU offers 45 undergraduate majors and 17 graduate and post-graduate programs across various disciplines.

• Multiple Campuses: Main campus in Langley, British Columbia, with additional campuses in Richmond and Ottawa, providing diverse learning environments. 

🌍 World Ranking

• QS World University Rankings 2022: Ranked 1584 globally. 

• Times Higher Education: TWU is listed among global universities, reflecting its commitment to academic excellence. 

• AD Scientific Index: Ranked #18,681 globally, #2,314 in North America, and #187 in Canada. 

📝 Entry Requirements

Undergraduate Programs:

• Academic Requirements: High school graduation with a minimum average of 70% in English 12 and three additional Grade 12 academic courses. 

Graduate Programs:

• Academic Requirements: A recognized bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Specific programs may have additional requirements.

📚 English Proficiency Requirements

Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency through one of the following tests:

Undergraduate Programs:

• IELTS Academic: Overall score of 6.5, with minimum scores of 6.0 in Writing/Reading and 5.5 in Speaking/Listening. 

• TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 88, with at least 20 in each component.

Graduate Programs:

• IELTS Academic: Overall score of 7.0, with no band below 6.5.

• TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 100, with at least 23 in Writing/Reading and 20 in Speaking/Listening. 

Note: Specific programs may have higher English proficiency requirements; always refer to the program's admission page for precise details.

💰 Educational Costs & Living Expenses

Tuition Fees (2025–2026):

• Undergraduate Programs: For international students, fees range from CAD $23,370 to $23,940 per year, depending on the program.

• Graduate Programs: Tuition varies by program; for example, the Master of Arts in Leadership is approximately CAD $22,800 per year. 

Living Expenses:

• On-Campus Housing: Residence costs range from CAD $2,200 to $2,380 per semester, plus meal plans. twu.ca

• Estimated Annual Living Costs: Including housing, food, transportation, and personal expenses, students should budget approximately CAD $20,000 to $25,000 annually.

🎓 Available Programs

Undergraduate Degrees:

TWU offers 45 undergraduate majors across various faculties. Some notable programs include:

• Arts & Humanities: Biblical Studies, Philosophy, Political Studies.

• Sciences: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics.

• Social Sciences: Psychology, Sociology, International Studies.

• Business & Economics: Business Administration, Economics.

• Health Sciences: Nursing, Kinesiology.

Many programs offer co-op options and interdisciplinary studies.

Graduate Degrees:

TWU offers 17 graduate and post-graduate programs, including master's and doctoral degrees. Some examples are:

• Master of Business Administration (MBA)

• Master of Arts (MA): Programs in Leadership, Counselling Psychology, Educational Leadership, Interdisciplinary Humanities.twu.ca

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD): Programs in Nursing.twu.ca

• Trinity Western Seminary: Offering theological graduate programs. twu.ca