Overview
Established in 1969, the Vancouver Island University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Nanaimo (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), British Columbia. This institution also has branch campuses in Duncan, Parksville and Powellriver. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills of British Columbia, Vancouver Island University (VIU) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational Canadian higher education institution. Vancouver Island University (VIU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 55-year-old Canadian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this Canadian higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. VIU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
University Snapshot
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public
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non-profit
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large-sized
Selectivity
moderately selective
University Identity
| Name | Vancouver Island University  |
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| Acronym | VIU |
| Founded | 1969 |
| Motto | Love where you learn |
| Colours | Blue and green |
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University Location
| Address | 900 Fifth Street Nanaimo V9R 5S5 British Columbia Canada |
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+1 (250) 740 6315 |
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+1 (250) 740 6472 |
| Other locations | Duncan, Parksville and Powellriver |
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Social Media
Introduction
Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.
Social Media
uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Vancouver Island University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.
Vancouver Island University's Facebook page
Vancouver Island University's X (formerly Twitter) page
Vancouver Island University's YouTube channel
Vancouver Island University's Instagram page
Vancouver Island University's main LinkedIn profile
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