Becoming a Student

Two chefs in the kitchen
Indigenous Student

Planning your learning journey

We’re here to help you at every step.

Start by talking with an advisor to look at your options and make a plan. We can then help you apply, enrol, and find funding. We’re also here to help with everyday needs – like working with your band office or borrowing a laptop. Your goals matter to us, and we’re here to help you reach them.

When you’re ready, you won’t have to do everything alone:

  1. Reach out to an Indigenous advisor to plan your program and application
  2. Self-identify your ancestry when you apply
  3. Explore your financial aid options, including 10 scholarships and bursaries just for Indigenous students
  4. Connect with Elders and cousins (student ambassadors) on campus
  5. Explore Indigenous Gathering Spaces

Self-identification

We encourage you to self-identify ancestry when applying to VCC. Indigenous students self-Identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit (Nation/Community). For more information, please contact an Indigenous Engagement Advisor.

Enhancing your growth

Speak to our friendly staff on all matters related to money support, chat with a peer mentor or ‘cousin’ for guidance, or take part in a cultural workshop to deepen a sense of community during your time here.

A graduate holding a mortarboard and piggy bank

Financial aid

Student loans, band support, scholarships for Indigenous students and emergency funding. See what’s available.
Fund your studies
A group of students, both Indigenous and non-Indigenous, are focused on weaving traditional cedar bark hats in an indoor workshop.

Day in the life

Indigenous students at VCC are in many diverse programs. Explore shared stories with a fellow student.
Meet another student

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples, and we acknowledge our privilege to be here.