Bodwell High School is a private co-educational boarding school offering grades 8 to 12, and university preparation, in the beautiful North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, overlooking Burrard Inlet and the Vancouver skyline.
Recognized as a leader among Canadian boarding schools, the school`s diverse student population of both local and international students makes it a rich and exciting place of learning.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $42,250
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $25,250
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Bodwell High School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 278 schools) for:
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Offering Breadth
School Overview
Definition of Terms | 2024 School Data
Bodwell High School
School Focus
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
8-12
School Type
Co-ed
Religious Affiliation
Year Founded
1991
Campus Size
3 acres
Colors
Purple, Gold
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 22, 2026
Student Body
Enrollment
550 students
% International Students
95%
% Students Boarding
85%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
Yes
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Full uniform required
Full uniform required
Average Class Size
20 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
8
Number of IB Courses Offered
10
ESL Courses Offered
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
50%
Summer Program Offered
Summer Program Details
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$10 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$42,250
(For 2 terms for Canadian students.)
(For 2 terms for Canadian students.)
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$25,250
(For 2 terms for Canadian students.)
(For 2 terms for Canadian students.)
Tuition international students
$47,725
Summer Program Cost
$5,950
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
Admissions
Application Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
95%
Director of Admissions
Megumi Uehara
Application URL
AP / Advanced Courses
# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered
8
Courses
Academic WritingAccounting
Applied Digital CommunicationsBusiness Education
Digital Media DevelopmentEconomics
EnglishEntrepreneurship
Fine ArtsFrench
GeographyGlobal Education
Health & Career EducationHistory
JapaneseLeadership
LiteratureMathematics
Music – Concert BandMusic – Concert Band
Physical EducationPsychology
ScienceSocial Justice
Social SciencesSpanish
TourismVisual Arts
Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
20
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
57
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Community ClubComputer Club
Harvest Project ClubIntro to Mandarin
Intro to SpanishJack.org Club
Mathematics ClubModel UN Club
Sports Managers / ScorekeepersStudent Parliament
Swimming ClubVolunteer Club
Yukon Service Trip
Arts and Music Programs:
Advanced Band ClubAP Art Portfolio
Art Studio ClubCraft Club
Creative Writing & Publishing ClubDigital Media / Yearbook Club
Guitar ClubHistoric Movie Club
Jazz BandKaraoke Club
Knitting ClubLiterary Movie Club
Painting ClubPhotography Club
Reading Skills ClubRock Band
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Adventure ClubBadminton Club
Basketball ClubCross Country Club
Flag Football ClubFloor Hockey Club
Futsal ClubGolf Club
Jiu Jitsu ClubMindfulness Club
Self Defence for LadiesSki and Snowboard Club
Soccer ClubSoftball Club
Tennis ClubUltimate Frisbee Club
College Matriculation
School Notes
- Our mission is to provide a culturally-diverse environment for students from around the globe, and enable them to become active learners and well-rounded citizens who contribute positively to the world. Registered with and inspected by the Ministry of Education, all students who complete our Grade 12 program will receive a Dogwood Diploma, a globally recognized British Columbia Certificate of Graduation.In the Bodwell High School symbol, we see the emerging student reaching out with confidence to embrace the world of opportunity. Surrounding the student is a circle of converging forces an enlightened Canadian philosophy of education, a challenging curriculum and a dedicated faculty.
- Bodwell High School accreditations: FISA, BC Ministry of Education, The College Board AP Program, BCCIE
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Ayako Naruke, JD Student at Osgoode Hall, Class of 2015 -
- David Chen, Supervisor at Crowe Mackay LLP, Class of 2010 -
- Nicole Anders, Clinical Psychologist, Class of 2005 -
- School Motto: Strength in diversity
- School Mascot: Bear
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Bodwell High School cost?
Bodwell High School's tuition is approximately $42,250 for boarding students and $25,250 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of Bodwell High School?
The acceptance rate of Bodwell High School is 95%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 64%.
Who are famous alumni from Bodwell High School?
Bodwell High School famous alumni include: Ayako Naruke, JD Student at Osgoode Hall, Class of 2015, David Chen, Supervisor at Crowe Mackay LLP, Class of 2010 and Nicole Anders, Clinical Psychologist, Class of 2005.
What sports does Bodwell High School offer?
Bodwell High School offers 20 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Badminton, Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Dance, Field Hockey, Golf, Indoor Soccer, Mountaineering, Rugby, Snowboarding, Soccer, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Wrestling.
Does Bodwell High School offer a summer program?
Yes, Bodwell High School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Bodwell High School's ranking?
Bodwell High School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percentage of international students and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Bodwell High School?
The application deadline for Bodwell High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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What made Bodwell stand out for me was how seriously it took its identity as an international school, not just as a marketing label, but as a lived experience. I shared dorms, classrooms, and lunch. . .
What made Bodwell different for me wasn’t just the academics or the location, it was how international everything felt, but not in a forced way. You’d walk into the cafeteria and hear five languages being. . .
Bodwell doesn’t just teach you how to succeed academically but it teaches you how to adapt. What stood out most for me was how international the student body was. You walk into a classroom and. . .
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