The average cost of studying at UCW for an international student is roughly 28,000-37,000 CAD (16.4-21.7 lakh INR).

UCW does not offer any type of on-campus housing. University Canada West has partnered with 4stay, a SaaS-enabled marketplace for student and intern housing, to provide students with a range of homes and inexpensive rooms for rent around the University campus and Greater Vancouver. On-campus accommodation costs between $500 and $2,000. The typical off-campus cost of living in Canada for a student ranges from 15,000 CAD to 20,000 CAD, depending on lifestyle and preferences. This varies from province to province in Canada.

More than 6000 students presently attend University Canada West. Around 4,500 of the university's students are of international origin. The university has a mildly competitive admissions policy, with an acceptance rate of 80%.

University Canada West has two campuses in downtown Vancouver: New Vancouver House and West Pender. Its other site, the London Building History, occupies six floors of the heritage-designated structure and is within a few steps from public transportation, which includes the Waterfront SkyTrain Station, the SeaBus Terminal, and bus routes. UCW's student body is made up of up to 52 different nationalities. The typical class size is between 20 and 22 students.

The university is accredited by the British Columbia Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills & Training, and carries the Education Quality Assurance (EQA) accreditation under the 2003 Degree Authorization Act. 

At UCW, 88% of MBA graduates find work within three months after graduation. The institution offers free practical training on networking skills and personal branding. Within six months of graduation, 100% of MBA graduates found work. 67 percent of UCW MBA grads found work within a month of graduation.