1. to School District 22 Post-Secondary & Scholarship Information Evening
Welcome to
School District 22 Post-Secondary & Scholarship Information Evening

2. September 17, 2018

3. Graduation Requirements
set by Ministry of Education
80 credits from grade 10, 11 and 12
16 credits MUST BE at grade 12 level
GT does not count as a grade 12 course

4. Grad. Requirement CONCERNS
Missing Fine Arts / Applied Skills course
Not enough elective courses
Non-required courses

5. College or University

6. Options 11 universities (98 in Canada) 11 colleges (69 in Canada)
Over 1,900 programs
11 universities (98 in Canada)
UBC, UVIC, SFU, VIU, UNBC, etc.
11 colleges (69 in Canada)
Okanagan, Langara, Douglas, Selkirk, etc.
3 Technical Institutes
BCIT, Justice Institute, Nicola Valley Institute of Technology

7. “TYPICAL” University Requirements
English 12 or 1st People English 12
and
3 more university acceptable courses
History
Pre-Calculus
French
Law
Calculus
Geology
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Social Justice
Comparative Civ ….(accepted by most, exception…UBC)

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9. What does it take to Get into
University / College?

10. University Requirements
High school GRADUATION
English 12 or 1st English Peoples English
3-4 additional university admissible courses
Institutions specific
Program specific
G.P.A. (AVERAGE ) based on
English 12 and other university acceptable courses
Creates your Ranking

11. College Entrance Requirements
High school GRADUATION
English 12 or 1st English Peoples English
Arts and Science based programs
Exceptions will be made
Other courses based on program

12. do I need to get into college /
What kind of marks
do I need to get into college /
University?

13. Admission Entrance Averages
Each institution own minimum grades
Minimum vs. Competitive
67% to 70% is generally the minimum

14. recommended Grade ranges
UBC's Okanagan campus
Engineering - 75%   
Arts -  75%  
Fine Arts -   67  
Human Kinetics - 75%   
Management - 75%   
Nursing - 80%    
Pre-Pharmacy - 75%  
Science - 75%
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15. Recommended Ranges Okanagan Campus
Engineering
85% ↑
Arts
Business
Kinesiology
Land & Food Systems
Music
minimum 70
Science
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16. Recommended Ranges Okanagan Campus
Engineering
75% ↑
Arts
Fine Arts
minimum 67
Human Kinetics
Management
Nursing
85% ↑
Science
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17. Examples… from 2013/14… Business 80%↑ Engineering 78% Fine Arts 67+%
Humanities
74%
Science
Social Sciences
75%
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18. How do I apply to CollegeOr
University?

19. Online Application Process
Apply least 2 schools
to keep options open
many programs are very competitive
Applications require a fee for processing which is non-refundable (credit card, cheque or in person payment)

20. What do I need to apply Demographic information
Name, phone number, etc.
Social Insurance Number (tax receipt)
School history from grade 10
Grade 11 grades

21. How to apply?

22. What Do Colleges
& Universities
Cost!

23. Click here to see source document for this information
Memorial University of Newfoundland
2, ,550
8, ,800
Dalhousie University
5, ,327
14, ,790
University of New Brunswick
6, ,007
13, ,282
McGill University
2, ,235
14, ,692
Concordia University
2, ,241
14, ,701
Carleton University
5, ,373
18, ,274
University of Guelph
5, ,857
9, ,255
McMaster University
5, ,793
16, ,140
University of Ottawa
5, ,835
20, ,291
Queen's University
5, ,877
21, ,696
University of Toronto
5, ,968
25, ,075
University of Waterloo
5, ,188
20, ,330
York University
5, ,864
18, ,727
Brandon University
3, ,356
6, ,711
University of Manitoba
3, ,867
11, ,534
University of Saskatchewan
5, ,280
13, ,728
University of Alberta
5, ,269
18, ,710
University of Calgary
5, ,333
18, ,157
Mount Royal University
4, ,505
11, ,213
MacEwan University
3, ,240
14, ,820
The University of British Columbia
4, ,794
22, ,300
Simon Fraser University
5, ,115
17, ,862
University of Victoria
5, ,058
16, ,366
Trinity Western University
22, ,260
University of Northern British Columbia
4, ,816
10, ,856
University of the Fraser Valley
3, ,941
13, ,350
Vancouver Island University
4, ,015
12, ,500
Royal Roads University
6, ,670
16, ,340
Emily Carr Institute of Art + Design
3, ,714
13, ,000
Thompson Rivers University
3, ,830
15, ,800
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
3, ,855
15, ,750
Click here to see source document for this information
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24. Financing
Education
After
High school

25. Student Loans

26. Student Loans… How much?
Factors they consider…
Student & Parental contribution
Cost of program
Weekly max of $320 or
$8960 for a 1 year of college/university
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27. Student Loans…how much ?
Must have applied and been accepted into your program
Application available AFTER June 1st
ONLINE version … fastest
Paper version available
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28. Scholarships

29. International/National
University Entrance
Ministry of Education
SD 22 LOCAL
Project Scholarship

30. National / International
Tough competition
Many applicants  few recipients
Grades plus factors specific to the organization
(humanitarian service/ innovator/leader)
Applications are comprehensive, often requiring reference letters, nominations, essays and transcripts

31. National / International
$7000
$70000

32. September 17, 2018

33. College / University Scholarships
Institution specific
Selection is based on
Grades
Letters
Involvement in “other” things
Application Process
Application form OR
Automatically once you apply

34. Ministry of Education Provincial Examinations Scholarship $1000
@ least a “B” in Communications 12, English 12, English 12 First Peoples
@ least 1 “A” and 3 “B”s
On at least 4 provincial exams….10,
Math 10, Eng10, SS11, FNS12, Com12, EN12, EFP12
Government mails out award notification in November AFTER graduation

35. Ministry of Education Passport to Education
9000 “stamps” province wide
Distributed on pro-rated basis around the
province >>> school district >>> local school
Based on 5 or more courses
AWARD VALUE:
Grade 10 - $250 Grade 11 - $250 Grade 12 - $500

36. School District Local Scholarships
decided by a district committee or
the business/organization/person who donated the scholarship
Applications available online in the SPRING
Factors considered in selection grades, service, affiliation, acceptance at post secondary
ONLINE application

37. District Project Based Scholarship
Opportunity to recognize student achievement in non traditional academic areas
multiple---$1000 awards
Showcase Event in the Spring at Vernon Rec Center
MORE INFO….see your school coordinator

38. District Project Based Scholarship
Fine Arts
e.g., Visual Arts, Dance, Drama, Music
Applied Skills
e.g., Business Ed, Technology Ed, Home Economics
Physical Activity
e.g., Athletics, Dance, Gymnastics, not limited to Physical Education
Second Languages including Aboriginal Languages
Community Service
Volunteer Activity
Technical and Trades Training
e.g., Carpentry, Automotive, Mechanics, Cook Training

39. Scholarship

40. You have to be a great essay writer to get a scholarship.
Not so. Often, it is more about what you write than how well it is written.
Whether you follow the instructions and address the essay question is often more crucial to your success than how eloquently you write.

41. I'm a Top Student, So Scholarships Will Come to Me
Few students get full scholarships
explore other options available
Ministry of Education bursaries
Student loans
The more you have going for you, the more you'll probably be awarded, but that doesn't mean you can sit back and wait for the money to roll in.

42. You should apply to as many scholarships as possible to "beat the odds"
applying for scholarships is not a gamble, a “numbers game” or a contest.
You should apply only for those scholarships that you would be well suited for, and that you stand a good chance of winning.

43. Only "A" students get scholarships
It’s true…..good grades are very important
But grades are only 1 way that students are measured and evaluated.
large corporate scholarship programs, in particular, make it very clear
seeking motivated, energetic and well-rounded applicants who know how to do more than just write reports and take tests..

44. Most scholarship awards are small and not worth the effort of applying.
What is small? $500?
If you win 7 or 8 scholarships that range from $500 to $1,000, you could pay for a good deal of your first year in university/college.

45. Scholarships Require a Glamorous Talent
Being a high school football or basketball legend or the Mathlete certainly helps, but most students don't fall under that category.
Perseverance, researching what’s available, filling out endless forms, and getting those forms to the right place at the right time leads to scholarships, too.
Determination might not be the most glamorous talent in the world, but it works!

46. Scholarship applicants need to have a long list of extracurricular/volunteer activities.
Its about quality, not quantity.
most winners distinguish themselves by the devotion they have demonstrated to a particular activity or activities
NOT by the sheer quantity of their involvement.

47. International/National
# of students competing
International/National
University Entrance
Ministry of Education
SD 22 LOCAL
Project Scholarship
$ $ $
available

48. Information Sources Social Media Websites Companies/Employers
Facebook: SD22 Scholarship & PSI info
Websites
Scholarshipscanada.com
StudentAwards.com
University/college financial aid page
Companies/Employers
Check with your employer to see if they offer any scholarships

49. Get Organized Keep Electronic copies
Give those writing you a reference letter at least a 2 weeks notice (use the reference letter planner, brag sheet, etc)
Official transcripts are available from the school
Get a Social Insurance Number (SIN)
AND…..get an address

50. Who has an email address that look like this?
Consider the kind of IMPRESSION your address makes….What does it say about you?
You might what to create an account that uses your name
And use that for contacting PSI’s and scholarship providers

51. Conclusion WHEN IN DOUBT… Apply Apply Apply Enjoy your Grade 12 year
Research, Research, Research
Study and Maintain a good GPA
Social Media Channels
WHEN IN DOUBT…
Apply Apply Apply

52. Questions

53. Mini Fair
2 Detailed INSTITUTION specific presentations