If you are applying to a diploma of technology or trade program, you may submit photocopies of your transcripts. However BCIT reserves the right to request official documents at any time.

If you are applying for advanced placement or to a degree program, you must submit official transcripts.

A transcript is considered official if it:

• Bears the original signature, seal or stamp of the issuing institution, or
• Is issued on institute security paper, or
• Bears an official notary stamp and/or seal

If you are still in secondary schools, submit the following:

• your statement of marks for grade 11 subjects
• your statement of marks from first-semester grade 12 subjects (issued by your school)
• your statement showing courses currently attending, and all available interim grades (issued by your school)

If you have graduated from secondary school:

Submit your final official transcripts showing courses taken, marks received and successful secondary school graduation.

If you have taken post-secondary courses:

Submit all official secondary and post-secondary transcripts. If you intend to apply for transfer credit for any courses within your program, only official transcripts will be accepted; photocopies are not valid.

If you are currently upgrading:

If you are attending or planning to attend courses that are entrance requirements for your chosen program, you must include proof of registration with your application. Keep the Admissions department informed of your progress by sending interim transcripts or an official note from your instructor. Upon completing the courses, arrange to have your official transcripts sent to the Admissions office.

If you are an International applicant:

If your education was completed in another country, submit secondary and post-secondary transcripts from the schools you attended. Official English translations must accompany documents that are in another language. Costs of translations into English are your responsibility.

An ICES comprehensive report may be required when applying to advanced placement and degree completion programs.

How to submit transcripts

Rare originals?

If your transcripts were issued from sources outside Canada are irreplaceable and you need to get your originals back from BCIT, you may request these documents be returned to you. Submit a stamped, self-addressed envelope along with your request.

Transcript return policy

Applicants provide documents at their own expense. Documents will not be returned and will become the property of BCIT.

Many programs require additional information such as a resumé, letter of intent, or a copy of your driver's license. Check your program page to see if your program has additional requirements.

If you are not a Canadian citizen:

When applying in person, bring official government documents indicating permanent resident status or a study permit (if available). BCIT will copy original documents. If you are applying from outside the Lower Mainland, submit a copy of your documents to the Admissions Office (do not submit original documents).

Where transcripts and other official documentation are not in English, the original documents must be accompanied by English translations and notarized at your expense.