Established in 2005, University Canada West is a for-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Vancouver (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), British Columbia. Officially recognized by the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills & Training of British Columbia, University Canada West (UCW) is a very small coeducational Canadian higher education institution. University Canada West (UCW) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 17 years old Canadian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UCW also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, financial aids and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.