Richmond Secondary School Grade 12 Parent Info Evening Welcome Richmond Secondary School Grade 12 Parent Info Evening October 10, 2018

February 21, 2019

College or University

Options 11 BC universities (98 in Canada) Over 1,900 programs 11 BC universities (98 in Canada) UBC, UVIC, SFU, Emily Carr, Kwantlen, Capilano etc. 11 BC colleges (69 in Canada) Langara, Douglas, etc. 3 Technical Institutes BCIT, Vancouver Community College, Justice Institute

What does it take to BE OFFERED ADMISSION?

“TYPICAL” University Requirements English 12 and Core Courses taken in Gr 11 & 12 History Pre-Calculus French/Spanish/ Japanese & Others Law Calculus Geography Biology Chemistry Physics Social Justice

University Admission High school GRADUATION English 12 Apply before the deadline Personal Profile or other Broad Based Admission requirement 5+ additional university admissible courses (variable) Institutions specific (min grades in certain subjects) Program specific (completion of certain 11/12 subjects e.g. Commerce, Faculty of Science or Engineering) Competitive G.P.A. (AVERAGE ) based on English 12 and other core courses depending on program Creates your Ranking

College Admission High school GRADUATION English 12 or Equivalent Commerce and University Transfer programs may require specific Gr 11 and/or 12 subjects Upgrading options available Apply Early! First Come First ServeExceptions will be made

What KIND OF GRADES DO I NEED TO BE OFFERED ADMISSION?

UNIVERSITY Admission Averages Each institution sets it’s own minimum grades Minimum vs. Competitive 67% to 70% is generally the minimum to apply to an institution Competitive is based on the applicants applying to certain programs – set every year

VANCOUVER Engineering High 80’s to Low 90’s Arts Mid to High 80’s Business Low 90’s & Up Kinesiology Land & Food Systems Music minimum 70 Science February 21, 2019

OKANAGAN Engineering Mid 80’s Arts Low to Mid 80’s Fine Arts minimum 67 Human Kinetics Management Nursing High 80’s to Low 90’s Science High 80’s Engineering Mid 80’s Arts Low to Mid 80’s Fine Arts minimum 67 Human Kinetics Management Nursing High 80’s to Low 90’s Science High 80’s February 21, 2019

SIMON FRASER Arts & Social Sciences Low to Mid 80’s Communication Low 80’s Business High 80’s to Low 90’s Engineering High 80’s Science High 80’s

UVic Admission Ranges Business 80%↑ Engineering Fine Arts 70%↑ Humanities 75%↑ Science Social Sciences

Application process

Online Application Process Apply to multiple schools keep options open most schools allow 2 choices many programs are very competitive put most competitive program as first choice consider a college transfer Applications require a fee for processing which is non-refundable

What do I need to apply Credit card online payment only Demographic information Name, phone number, etc. Social Insurance Number (tax receipt) School history (high schools attended) Personal Education Number Grades (final only)

USE AN APPLICATION SERVICE

TUITION COSTS University College Technical Institute Approximately $8,000 per year plus books and student fees Living on campus will increase your costs by another $7,000 College Approximately $2800 per year for University transfer courses Career programs costs will vary according to the program 4 year Nursing program costs $40,000 at Kwantlen Technical Institute Approximately $6000 per year for a 2 year diploma Approximately $3400 for a 3-6 month certificate Approximately $5580 for a 7-12 month certificate Approximately $830 for a 6 week apprenticeship training Approximately $6700 for a full time degree program

Financing Education After High school

Student Loans Application Center Opens June 1st

Scholarships

Types Of Scholarships University/College External - Community Based School Nominated RHS Valedictory Scholarships Applications are comprehensive, often requiring reference letters, nominations, essays and transcripts

Where to Look for Scholarships Information Sources Social Media “Ms Jones Career Centre News’ Websites Scholarshipscanada.com StudentAwards.com Ms Jones Website https//msjonescareercentre.wordpress.com/ Companies/Employers Check with your employer to see if they offer any scholarships

Conclusion Be Prepared Know deadlines Check information sources around the school often Make an Appointment with the Career Advisor or Counsellor for guidance Have a great year!

Please Feel Free To Email Me: Still Have Questions? Please Feel Free To Email Me: Johanna Jones jojones@sd38.bc.ca