VCC is proud to offer Entrance Awards to new students starting select programs in January 2026 or Fall 2026. These awards help make your first year more affordable, with tuition support ranging from $500 to $4,000.
Entrance Awards are funded by the VCC Foundation to make education more accessible and to support students entering high-demand fields such as trades, hospitality, technology, and early childhood education. Entrance awards are applied directly to your tuition during your first two semesters.
Types of entrance awards
VCC Entrance Award
Amount: $500 to $4,000, depending on the program. Awards over $500 are split into two tuition credits across the first two semesters. For domestic students in eligible programs only.
Indigenous Student Entrance Award
Amount: $2,500, issued as $1,250 per semester in the first year. For students in any program.
Eligible programs
The following programs are offering Entrance Awards in 2026. Apply early for the best chance of receiving an award, as funds are limited.
| Program | Start term(s) | Awards available |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Professional | January 2027 | 10 |
| Automotive Electronics Repair | September 2027 | 10 |
| Automotive Parts, Service Advising, and Collision Estimating | September 2027 | 10 |
| Construction Electrician and Clean Energy | September 2027 | 10 |
| Esthetics and Spa Therapy | January and May 2027 | 10 |
| Graphic Design | September 2027 | 1 |
| Legal Administrative Assistant | January 2027 | 10 |
| Professional Cook 2 | September 2027 | 20 |
| Virtual Environment and Simulation Design | September 2027 | 10 |
| Wind Turbine Technician | September 2027 | 10 |
How to apply
Applying for an Entrance Award is simple:
- Apply to one of the eligible programs above
- Accept your offer of admission
- Receive your tuition award automatically (until all awards are claimed)
No separate application form is required.
Students who accept their offer of admission for the January 2026 or Fall 2026 term will automatically receive the tuition award until all are claimed.
Have questions about Entrance Awards?
Please reach out to us at [email protected].