Universities’ information sheets are arranged in alphabetical order. The following universities are participating in CUE 2012: Acadia University Trinity Western University Bishop’s University University of Alberta Brock University University of Calgary Carleton University University of Fraser Valley Concordia University University of Guelph Dalhousie University University of King’s College Emily Carr University of Art & Design University of Manitoba King’s University College University of New Brunswick Kwantlen Polytechnic University University of Northern British Columbia Memorial University University of Regina Mount Allison University University of Saskatchewan Queen’s University University of Toronto Royal Roads University University of Victoria Ryerson University University of Waterloo Saint Mary’s University University of Ontario Institute of Technology Simon Fraser University Vancouver Island University St. Francis Xavier University Western University St. Thomas University Wilfrid Laurier University Thompson Rivers University York University Trent University The 2012 Canadian Universities’ Event is coordinated by a working group representing universities from each region/province. Should you have any questions or feedback, committee members look forward to your thoughts! Please contact any of the committee members and we will be sure to take note of any feedback in planning for CUE 2013! Amanda Gulka (Wilfrid Laurier University) agulka@wlu.ca Heather Gagnon (Concordia University) heather.gagnon@concordia.ca Jill MacBeath (University of Calgary) jmacbeat@ucalgary.ca Joel Harnest (University of Guelph) jharnest@uoguelph.ca Leah Stone (University of Victoria) stoneld@uvic.ca Terra-Lee Bruhm (University of King’s College) terra.bruhm@ukings.ca www.acadiau.ca Contact Information for Students CONTACT INFORMATION Jessica Brown Enrolment Advisor Email: jessica.brown@acadiau.ca Tel: (902) 585-1648 | Fax: (902) 585-1092 Contact Information for Counsellors Admissions Contact Same as above Learning Resources Contact & Website Oonagh Proudfoot Manager of Student Support oonagh.proudfoot@acadiau.ca Tel: (902) 585-1252 http://academicadvising.acadiau.ca/ Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Judy Noel-Walsh Manager of Scholarships and Financial Assistance Email: financial.aid@acadiau.ca Tel: (902) 585-1543 | Fax: (902) 585-1081 http://financialaid.acadiau.ca/ Mailing Address 31 Acadia Street, Box 40 Wolfville, NS B4P 2R6 Canada Faculties Student Population Basic Admissions Requirements Minimum Admissions Average Application Deadline Application Fee Can you apply online? Anne Scott Admissions Manager Email: admissions@acadiau.ca Tel: (902) 585-1534 | Fax: (902) 585-1081 http://admissions.acadiau.ca/ INSTITUTION INFORMATION Arts, Pure and Applied Science, and Professional Studies (Recreation Management, Kinesiology, Business Administration, Education) Approximately 3000 full time undergraduate students ADMISSIONS INFORMATION English 12, Four additional Grade 12 University Preparatory courses For BC admission guidelines and specific course requirements please see http://admissions.acadiau.ca/british-columbia.html 70% however 75% for Business Administration and Kinesiology Applications open October 1st and are accepted until programs are filled. Deadline for application to receive scholarship consideration is March 1st. $25.00 Yes- Students can apply online by visiting: http://admissions.acadiau.ca/index.html.html Universities’ information sheets are arranged in alphabetical order. The following universities are participating in CUE 2012: Acadia University Trinity Western University Bishop’s University University of Alberta Brock University University of Calgary Carleton University University of Fraser Valley Concordia University University of Guelph Dalhousie University University of King’s College Emily Carr University of Art & Design University of Manitoba King’s University College University of New Brunswick Kwantlen Polytechnic University University of Northern British Columbia Memorial University University of Regina Mount Allison University University of Saskatchewan Queen’s University University of Toronto Royal Roads University University of Victoria Ryerson University University of Waterloo Saint Mary’s University University of Ontario Institute of Technology Simon Fraser University Vancouver Island University St. Francis Xavier University Western University St. Thomas University Wilfrid Laurier University Thompson Rivers University York University Trent University The 2012 Canadian Universities’ Event is coordinated by a working group representing universities from each region/province. Should you have any questions or feedback, committee members look forward to your thoughts! Please contact any of the committee members and we will be sure to take note of any feedback in planning for CUE 2013! Amanda Gulka (Wilfrid Laurier University) agulka@wlu.ca Heather Gagnon (Concordia University) heather.gagnon@concordia.ca Jill MacBeath (University of Calgary) jmacbeat@ucalgary.ca Joel Harnest (University of Guelph) jharnest@uoguelph.ca Leah Stone (University of Victoria) stoneld@uvic.ca Terra-Lee Bruhm (University of King’s College) terra.bruhm@ukings.ca Reporting of Grades Students can self-report their grades for conditional acceptance IB Credit Information IB minimum score of 24. Students with a score of 30 or higher will receive 30 hours of university credit. Students who do not possess the IB diploma will be given individual credit for IB courses completed at the higher level with grades 5, 6, or 7. For complete IB admission guidelines please visit http://admissions.acadiau.ca/ib-program.html An official AP transcript is required for evaluation process. Credit is awarded at grades 3, 4, 5 which is course specific. A maximum of 30 credit hours is awarded. TOEFL: 90 (IBT) 580 (PBT) CBT (237), IELTS: 6.5, CAEL: 70 Students who do not meet the English Proficiency Requirements may take our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) to then bridge into their undergraduate degree. More information regarding our EAP program can be found at http://openacadia.ca/index.php/en/programs/english-study AP Credit Information English Proficiency Requirements Residence Options Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Scholarships with Separate Deadlines Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Program RESIDENCE INFORMATION 11 residence buildings ranging in size from 74-264 residents. Each residence is centrally located on campus within minutes of classrooms, laboratories, and student centers. Residence offers a mix of double rooms, basic and deluxe single rooms and suites. Special interest sections and residences include Women only, upper years, alcohol free and quiet. May 15th $100 Once students are offered admission, they can apply online for residence with their Acadia Central account: https://central.acadiau.ca/my/applications SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Various scholarships for entrance, departmental, athletic, prizes, awards, scholar-bursaries, and bursaries are available. Over $3.2 M is awarded yearly. In the 2011-2012 academic year, over 2600 students received entrance scholarships, prizes, or awards Application for Admission with all required supporting documents must be received by March 1st For complete list of scholarships and deadlines: http://financialaid.acadiau.ca/new_student.html Grade 11 & Grade 12 admission average of at least 80% Based on academic average, students with a minimum 80% average or higher are automatically considered for an Acadia Grade-Based Entrance Scholarship. Acadia University also offers Excellence Scholarships to those students who have a 95% or higher admission average. WHAT’S NEW Maclean’s 2011 rankings: #1 primarily undergraduate institution in NS and #2 in Canada The BMO Financial Group Entrance Scholarship (admission average of 90-94.9%) Creation of an $860,000 Human Motion Laboratory and Research Centre Renovated Athletics Facility, Beveridge Arts Centre and Student Centre Renovation and re-opening of Cutten Residence CONTACT INFORMATION Contact Information for Students Contact Information for Counsellors Admissions Contact Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Mailing Address Phone: 1-819-822-9600 Ext. 2681 or 1-877-822-8200 Email: recruitment@ubishops.ca Jackie Belleau, Recruitment Office Coordinator jbelleau@ubishops.ca Phone: 819-822-9600 Ext. 2631 Andrea McDaniel, Admissions Manager amcdanie@ubishops.ca Phone: 819-822-9600 Ext. 2220 Kim Winget (819) 822-9600 ext. 2695 kim.winget@ubishops.ca http://www.ubishops.ca/counselling/index.html Jamie Berwick, Financial Aid Officer jberwick@ubishops.ca Phone: 819-822-9600 Ext. 2205 2600 College, Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada, J1M 1Z7 Faculties Student Population Business, Education, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities 2,400 Full-time Basic Admissions Requirements High school diploma including at least 4 Grade 12 academic courses. Program specific subject requirements are available on-line at gobishops.ca and within the admissions fold-out of our current viewbook 80% is the normal minimum average for admission. We guarantee an entrance scholarship and residence to all new students entering with an 80% average (or higher) who respond by required deadlines March 1 $60 Yes – students must apply online at www.gobishops.ca High school grades are self-reported through our online application. All self-reported grades are verified with official transcripts. A year of advanced credit and a renewable entrance scholarship are offered to students who obtain the full IB Diploma with a final score of 28 or higher. Credit is available for AP courses with a final grade of 4 or 5. Learning Resources Contact & Website INSTITUTION INFORMATION ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Minimum Admissions Average Application Deadline Application Fee Can you apply online? Reporting of Grades IB Credit Information AP Credit Information English Proficiency Requirements TOEFL: Unless at least one year of full-time studies have been completed in English, we require proof of proficiency in English, such as a TOEFL score. We expect a minimum TOEFL score of 580 (paper based), 237 (computer based), or 90 (Internet based). A minimum of 85 is normally required for M.E.L.A.B. and 6.5 for I.E.L.T.S. In the absence of English proficiency proofs you may be denied admission (text deleted here). For students who are below the minimum English proficiency requirements, Bishop’s offers a 30-credit certificate in English as a Second Language. This program can be started in the fall (September) semester or the winter (January) semester. Admission can be requested via the online application at www.gobishops.ca. RESIDENCE INFORMATION Residence Options Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? Fully furnished single rooms are available in ‘Bog Style’, ‘Condo Style’ and ‘Traditional’ residences. A virtual tour at www.gobishops.ca provides videos of all the residence buildings including rooms, common areas, recreational facilities and services. Residence applications are submitted online after students confirm acceptance. For guaranteed residence, students must submit the residence application by or before May 31st. $500- must be paid by May 31st to guarantee a room in residence Yes- http://www.ubishops.ca/residence.apply-to-residence.html SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Scholarships with Separate Deadlines Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Program Guaranteed entrance scholarships (see below), Dean’s Scholarships ($4,000 per year renewable) and many other “Named” financial awards and bursaries (varying amounts and criteria) are available each year through the generous support of Bishop’s University alumni Students must apply to the university by March 1 to be considered for the entrance scholarship program. No application is required. Students can fill out an application, however, for numerous financial awards and bursaries. An e-mail will be sent to all admitted applicants with deadlines specified. See above The criteria for all entrance scholarships is available online at https://www.gobishops.ca/bishops/mmatters/index.ezc All applicants from a Canadian high school background who apply by March 1st are automatically considered for guaranteed entrance scholarships. No separate application is required. These scholarship offers are renewable (conditions apply) and will be made with the offer of admissions. All scholarship offers are reevaluated upon receipt of final high school results. Applicants from Canadian grade 12 high schools are guaranteed $1,000 per academic year with 80 to 84.9% average* *82 to 84.9% for applicants to Educational studies $2,000 per academic year with 85 to 89.9% average* $3,000 per academic year with average* of 90% and higher WHAT’S NEW $ 7.5 million renovation of our science laboratories in 2011 $30 million renovation and expansion of the Sports Centre to being in 2013 B.E.S.T program-provides $50,000/yr for student-driven experiential learning initiatives Cutting-edge laboratory specifically designed for research in environmental studies created in 2012 under the supervision of Canada Research Chair in Climate and Environmental Change, Dr. Matthew Peros Canada Research Chair Dr. Fuschia Sirois joined the faculty in 2011 and coordinates a research group dedicated to Psychological Health and Well-being Contact Information for Students Contact Information for Counsellors Admissions Contact Learning Resources Contact & Website Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Mailing Address Faculties Student Population Basic Admissions Requirements Minimum Admissions Average Application Deadline Application Fee Can you apply online? CONTACT INFORMATION Recruitment: Matt Melnyk, 905-688-5550, ext. 4682, mmelnyk@brocku.ca Admissions: Sandy Bolibruck, x4178 or Debbie Shepherd, x3745, admissions@brocku.ca, brocku.ca/registrar/admissions Matt Melnyk, Liaison Officer, 905-688-5550, ext. 4682, mmelnyk@brocku.ca Sandy Bolibruck, x4178 or Debbie Shepherd, x3745, admissions@brocku.ca, brocku.ca/registrar/admissions Student Development Centre - Phone:905-688-5550 x3240 or x5484 Student Awards: Aaron House, x3958, awards@brocku.ca Financial Aid: Anik Powell, x3958, safa@brocku.ca 500 Glenridge Avenue, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada L2S 3A1 INSTITUTION INFORMATION Brock offers over 72 undergraduate program options throughout our Faculties of Applied Health Sciences, Business, Education, Humanities, Mathematics and Science, and Social Sciences. Many co-op options are available. 18,000 ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Please refer to brocku.ca/registrar/admissions/admissioncriteria/secondary-school for more information regarding specific program prerequisites. Students must have a minimum average of 70 per cent in order to be considered for admission. Entrance averages are higher in limited enrolment and competitive programs. June 1, 2013 is the deadline for most programs, however students applying for first-year admission are strongly encouraged to submit their applications earlier. Ontario has a centralized Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC) where all university applications are processed and distributed for assessment. Applicants from British Columbia should apply using the 105D application found at ouac.on.ca. Yes – ouac.on.ca Reporting of Grades IB Credit Information AP Credit Information English Proficiency Requirements Residence Options Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Scholarships with Separate Deadlines Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Program It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that Brock receives the most up-to-date grades. Students who are granted an IB diploma may be considered for admission, and may receive up to 3.0 transfer credits on the basis of higher-level subjects completed with a grade of five or better. If a student has completed Advanced Placement course with an examination grade of four, they may be eligible to receive a maximum of 2.0 Brock credits. Brock’s language requirements can be found on page 52 of the Brock Book, and on our Admissions site: brocku.ca/registrar/admissions/admission-criteria/secondary-school RESIDENCE INFORMATION Brock offers six individual residences in two distinct styles: traditional and townhouse. Each residence has different features and qualities. Take a virtual tour of our residences at brocku.ca/residence June 3, 2013 $600 Visit brocku.ca/residence to access the application SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Brock Scholars Awards are available to all incoming year-one students with an admission average of 80% or higher. Each year multiple students are selected to enter the prestigious Brock Leaders Citizenship Society. Over 150 Donor scholarships are available with a combined value of over $500,000. No application is required for Brock Scholars Awards. Applications for Brock Leaders Citizenship Society or Donor awards are due March 29, 2013. Brock Scholars Awards are awarded automatically. Criteria for Donor scholarships vary by award. To be eligible for all Donor awards, students should fill out our universal entrance application. The Brock Leaders Citizenship Society is a group of exceptional students recognized for a combination of high academic achievement and personal leadership abilities. Applications are available from our website. Brock Scholars Awards 80-84.9% $750 85-89.9% $4,000 ($1,000 for up to 4 years) 90-92.9% $8,000 ($2,000 for up to 4 years) 93%+ $14,000 ($3,500 for up to 4 years) WHAT’S NEW Construction is nearly complete on the Cairns Family Health and Bioscience Research Complex, a state-of-the-art facility where students and faculty will explore green science and health and wellness. Work will soon begin on a new facility for the Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts. This downtown venue will showcase professional artists while providing superb facilities to foster the development of our artists at Brock. Contact Information for Students: Contact Information for Counsellors: Admissions Contact: Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact: Mailing Address: Faculties: Student Population: Basic Admissions Requirements: BC Provincial Exam Policy: Minimum Admissions Average: Application Deadline: Application Fee: Can you apply online? Reporting of Grades IB Credit Information AP Credit Information English Proficiency Requirements CONTACT INFORMATION Tel: 613-520-3663 Toll Free: 1-888-354-4414 Fax: 613-520-3847 carleton.ca/admissions Director, Jean Mullan: Tel: 613-520-2600 ext. 8879 Email: jean_mullan@carleton.ca Assistant Director, Doug Huckvale: Tel: 613-520-2600 ext. 8713 Email: doug_huckvale@carleton.ca Director, Janice O’Farrell: Tel: 613-520-2600 ext. 3710 Email: janice_ofarrell@carleton.ca Assistant Director, Jen Sugar: Tel: 613-520-2600 ext. 6664 Email: jen_sugar@carleton.ca Fax: 613-520-3517 Director, Perry Legakis: Tel: 613-520-3601 Email: perry_legakis@carleton.ca Fax: 613-520-3560 carleton.ca/awards 315 Robertson Hall, 1125 Colonel By Dr.,Ottawa, ON K1S 5B6 INSTITUTION INFORMATION Arts and Social Sciences, Engineering and Design, Public Affairs, Science, Sprott School of Business, Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs Approximately 25,000 full and part-time students ADMISSIONS INFORMATION High school diploma with six academic courses: four Grade 12 level and two at either Grade 11 or 12 including all prerequisite courses taken at the senior level, minimum grade of 70% (or higher depending on program). For prerequisites and basic admissions requirements for each program, visit admissions.carleton.ca/requirements Carleton does not require that students write provincial exams. We will use either the composite mark provided when the exam mark is combined with the class grade or the class grade alone, which ever advantages the student. Varies depending on program. Please visit carleton.ca/admissions Fall application deadlines vary depending on the program and range from February 1 to June 1, 2013. $135 for up to 3 initial university (OUAC application) program choices Yes. Apply at www.ouac.on.ca/105. Offers of admission made on rolling basis. Each time we receive new grades we reassess to determine eligibility. Carleton receives BC grades electronically but to be assessed for an early offer of admission students are encouraged to send high school transcripts showing mid-term and/or final marks for grade 12 courses. admissions.carleton.ca/requirements IB contact: jen_sugar@carleton.ca admissions.carleton.ca/requirements AP contact: jen_sugar@carleton.ca Students presenting the English language test scores on the next page may be eligible for an offer of admission with no ESL requirement and may begin full-time studies. Students with a language test score below those listed may still be eligible for an offer of admission, but with an English language requirement (Foundation Program required). admissions.carleton.ca/english English Language Tests Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) Paper-based TOEFL Internet-based TOEFL IELTS MELAB Residence Options: Residence Application Deadline: Room Deposit Fee: Can You Apply Online? Number of Scholarships Available: Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline: Scholarships with Separate Deadlines: Decision Criteria: Guaranteed Scholarship Program: Score 70 580 86 (min. 22 in writing and speaking and 20 in reading and listening) 6.5 IELTS (min. 6.0 in each band) 85 (min. score of 80 on each section) RESIDENCE INFORMATION Traditional double rooms and suite-style rooms (approx. 3500 residents in 11 residence buildings). You may request to live in a “themed community” (Healthy Lifestyle, Eco, Creative Arts and Humanities, Science and Technology or International Global [reviewed annually]). Space in residence is guaranteed to all current secondary school students entering first-year studies who accept their admission offer, complete the Residence Information Form (available at central.carleton.ca), accept their offer of residence and pay the deposit by 4:30 pm (EDT) on June 10, 2013. $700 deposit Yes. central.carleton.ca SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Last year more than 11,500 scholarships and bursaries totaling over $16.2 million were awarded to undergraduate students. High school students who are admitted to Carleton University with an admission average of 80 per cent or better will automatically be considered for a renewable Entrance Scholarship. No additional application is required. Entrance Scholarships are renewable over the first 4 years of an undergraduate degree with A- standing (10.0 annual GPA). If lost one year, scholarship may be regained at its original value with a return to A- standing. Students with a 90% admission average and extracurricular activities are eligible for one of our Prestige Scholarships. Applications are due March 1. Other program-specific scholarships are available. carleton.ca/awards Prestige Scholarships - minimum 90% admission average and extracurricular activities Automatic Entrance Scholarships (2012/2013) Number of Scholarships & Value Admission Average Unlimited @ $16,000; $4,000 x 4 years; renewable* Unlimited @ $12,000; $3,000 x 4 years; renewable* Unlimited @ $8,000; $2,000 x 4 years; renewable* Unlimited @ $4,000; $1,000 x 4 years; renewable* *Renewable with an A- standing (annual GPA of 10.0). 95 – 100% 90 – 94.9% 85 - 89.9% 80 – 84.9% WHAT’S NEW The Bachelor of Arts program in Child Studies, which was originally developed specifically for graduates of Early Childhood Education (ECE), now has a direct-entry program for those without an ECE diploma. The deadline for application is March 1. The name of the Bachelor of Arts program in Cognitive Science (Honours) has been changed to Bachelor of Cognitive Science (Honours) or BCogSc (Honours). The Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) program now offers an Algorithms stream. Varsity football will be returning to Carleton in 2013. Stadium upgrades and the construction of new football facilities will take place on campus in time for the kickoff to the 2013 season. Recruitment: Admissions: Scholarships and Financial Aid: Campus Tours: Web Address: Mailing Address: Program Highlights: Student Population: BC Admissions Requirements: Admission Requirements Online Resource: Minimum Admissions Average: Application Deadline: Application Fee: Reporting of Grades IB Credit Information AP Credit Information CONTACT INFORMATION Heather Gagnon, Recruitment Officer 514-848-2424 heather.gagnon@concordia.ca 514-848-2424 ext. 2668 connect2concordia.ca 514-848-2424 ext. 3507 faao.concordia.ca 514.848.2424 ext. 4779 connect2.concordia.ca tours@concordia.ca concordia.ca 1455 Blvd. De Maisonneuve W Montreal, QC H3G 1M8 INSTITUTION INFORMATION 500 programs within 4 vibrant faculties: Arts & Science, Engineering & Computer Science, Fine Arts, John Molson School of Business. 46,000 and counting! ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Grade 12 Diploma and completion of a minimum of 4 Grade 12 senior-level academic subjects, including English. concordia.ca/admissions Concordia University prefers students to have a 70% average and above, however, based on space availability, students below this average may still be considered. Certain programs and faculties require averages that exceed this minimum and may require the completion of appropriate Grade 12 courses in Mathematics and Sciences. Fall term: March 1 Winter term: November 1 Certain programs do not admit for the winter term, search “Program Availability” on Concordia.ca $100 Students must have official transcripts sent from their school to Concordia. They are also encouraged to upload transcripts to their application to expedite the admissions process. A student may gain conditional admission based on the unofficial transcripts uploaded to their file. Students holding a full IB Diploma with 27 points meet the minimum admission requirements and will be granted advanced placement. Depending on the program, minimum points for entry will vary and completion of Higher Level Math and Sciences may be required. Students who have successfully passed AP examinations in appropriate subjects with a grade of “3” or better may be granted some advanced standing. English Proficiency Requirements Concordia.ca/ugrad-elp Can You Apply Online? RESIDENCE INFORMATION Hingston Hall (HA) - 131 single and double rooms Hingston Hall (HB) - 118 small single and large single rooms Jesuit Residence: 52 private single rooms Grey Nuns Residence: 243 single and double rooms Students who have been admitted are eligible to apply as of March 1. Rooms are assigned on a first come, first serve basis. To secure a room: Payment of the $700 deposit fee and the meal plan. (Meal plan payments can be made in two installments.) Yes, through the MyConcordia portal. There is an application fee of $100. Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Decision Criteria SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Varies per year, up-to-date information is available on the Financial Aid and Awards website: faao.concordia.ca Students are automatically considered for an entrance scholarship upon submission of an admissions application. Varies: Academic merit, financial need, community involvement, etc. Residence Options Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee WHAT’S NEW New Research Centres: • Centre for Clinical Research in Health (CCRH) in the Psychology Department: is devoted to the study of the psychosocial determinants of physical and mental health with particular attention to research on the causation, prevention, and treatment of physical and mental health problems. • Centre for Microscopy at Concordia (CMAC): MAC promotes interdisciplinary research and state-of-the-art facilities to train undergraduate and graduate students as well as postdoctoral fellows. Current research activities include: metabolic engineering of pharmaceuticals; molecular mechanisms of aging; learning and memory; and autism spectrum disorders to list but a few. • Centre for Sensory Studies (CSS): The main goal of the CSS is to foster interdisciplinary study of sensory perception, aesthetics, marketing and communication. • Centre for Iranian Studies: The Centre for Iranian Studies seeks to enhance collaborative research and graduate training opportunities in the broad field of Iranian Studies. ENCS All engineering programs offered by the Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science have been granted accreditation status for six years, the maximum possible term awarded by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board. Ed Meagher Arena With funding from the Quebec government and Concordia, the Ed Meagher arena on Concordia’s Loyola campus will undergo reconstruction and redevelopment to bring it up to NHL standards. The City Farm School In keeping with Concordia’s goal of being an ecologically aware, economically responsible, and socially equitable institution, The Concordia Greenhouse Project founded the City Farm School last year, a practical training program and speaker series on urban agriculture. Aside from a training program and workshops on urban agriculture, this initiative makes fresh produce readily available to the community at their weekly garden market on the Loyola Campus. Join us at Open House and Portfolio day! For more information: openhouse.concordia.ca Contact Information for Students and Counsellors Admissions Contact Learning Resources Contact & Website Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Mailing Address Faculties Student Population Basic Admissions Requirements Minimum Admissions Average Application Deadline Application Fee Can you apply online? Reporting of Grades IB Credit Information AP Credit Information English Proficiency Requirements CONTACT INFORMATION Adam Robertson Associate Registrar and Acting Director of Recruitment Phone: 902.494.4860 E-mail: adam.robertson@dal.ca Mairead Barry Associate Registrar and Director of Admissions Phone: 902.494.2450 E-mail: mairead.barry@dal.ca Please visit: dal.ca/studentservices Pam Swinimer Assistant Registrar, Financial Aid Phone: 902.494.2146 E-mail: pamela.swinimer@dal.ca or awards@dal.ca Admissions – Dalhousie University 6299 South Street, PO Box 15,000 Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 4R2 INSTITUTION INFORMATION 12 Faculties: Agriculture, Architecture and Planning, Arts and Social Sciences, Computer Science, Dentistry, Engineering, Graduate Studies, Health Professions, Law, Management, Medicine, Science 18, 200 ADMISSIONS INFORMATION English 12 + four other academic courses. Required subjects and averages vary from program to program. For details, please visit: dal.ca/admissions 70%-75%* *Please note: minimum averages vary from program to program and meeting minimum criteria does not guarantee admission. March 15 - Scholarship consideration June 1 - Canadian & American students* *Some programs have earlier deadlines. For details, please visit: dal.ca/admissions $65.00 Yes, please visit: dal.ca/admissions Students applying for early admission (October 15-December 31) must self report their grade 11 marks and provide a list of grade 12 classes. Once first semester grade 12 finals become available, students must submit an official transcript by March 15 for scholarship consideration. IB students who have completed Higher Level subjects with a result of 5, 6 or 7 may be eligible for university credit. We also offer a second year credit for Theory of Knowledge. Students may be eligible for university credit for AP courses in which a national exam result of 4 or 5 is achieved. TOEFL of 90 on iBT (or 237 on the computer-based test, 580 on the paperbased-test), MELAB (81), or IELTS (6.5) Residence Options Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Scholarships with Separate Deadlines Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Program RESIDENCE INFORMATION Over 2,400 spaces ranging from traditional to mini-res and apartment-style accommodations. Guaranteed to all new undergraduate students provided the residence application process is complete by June 30. June 30 (for September accommodation). $500.00. Yes. SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Numerous awards ranging in value from $500.00 to $40,000.00. March 15. Harrison McCain – March 1. Criteria may include any combination of: admission average, scholarship essay, extra-curricular involvement, leadership, volunteerism or financial need. For details, please visit: dal.ca/scholarships Students with an 80% average or higher will be considered for scholarships, provided a complete application is on file by March 15. WHAT’S NEW Academics and Student Life: -Merger between Nova Scotia Agricultural College (NSAC) and Dalhousie University. NSAC has become Dalhousie’s Faculty of Agriculture, as well as a distinct Dalhousie campus in Truro/Bible Hill. With the merger, Dalhousie becomes the only university in Atlantic Canada to offer a specialty in agricultural science. For more information, please see: dal.ca/agriculture -Implementation of Co-Curricular Record to recognize student accomplishments and experiential learning that occur outside of the classroom. -New micro-sites for undergraduate programs containing program overviews, student and faculty profiles, career opportunities, admission requirements and more. Please see dal.ca/academics -Recently approved Master of Genetic Counseling program. Facilities: -Opening of Life Science Research Institute, a state-of-the-art facility for scientists, students and entrepreneurs. Its lead tenant is the world-renowned Brain Repair Centre, which is dedicated to finding treatments, cures and prevention strategies for conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and spinal cord injury; -Construction of Oceans Excellence Centre, in addition to a multi-purpose residence and student service centre scheduled for 2013 completion. http://www.ecuad.ca/ Contact Information for Students Contact Information for Counsellors Admissions Contact Learning Resources Contact & Website Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Mailing Address Faculties Student Population Basic Admissions Requirements Minimum Admissions Average Application Deadline Application Fee Can you apply online? CONTACT INFORMATION Admissions office, email: admissions@ecuad.ca, phone: (604) 629-4510 Ehren Seeland, Coordinator of Student Recruitment, Email: eseeland@ecuad.ca, office phone: (604) 630-7424 Admissions office, email: admissions@ecuad.ca, phone: (604) 629-4510 Campus resources: http://www.ecuad.ca/resources Research offices: http://www.ecuad.ca/research Financial rewards office, email: finawards@ecuad.ca, phone: (604) 8443844 1399 Johnston Street, Vancouver, BC V6H 3R9 Canada INSTITUTION INFORMATION Faculty of Culture + Community, Faculty of Design + Dynamic Media, Faculty of Graduate Studies + Research, Faculty of Visual Art + Material Practice Full-time students: 1,851, International Students: 326, Exchange students: 30, Continuing Studies students: 3,283 ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Undergraduate admissions: http://www.ecuad.ca/admissions/undergrad Graduate admissions: http://www.ecuad.ca/admissions/graduate The minimum academic requirement is graduation from Grade 12 secondary school, with five grade 12 subjects, including English 12 with a minimum grade of 'C', two other grade 12 academic courses and two grade 12 elective courses. The minimum overall grade point average required for admission is 2.5 or C+ or 67%. All elective courses must be grade 12 and can be Ministry Approved, Board Approved or Locally Developed. Please visit the website for detailed information: http://www.ecuad.ca/admissions/undergrad/foundation January 15, 2013 $50 CDN non-refundable application fee through ApplyBC, and $10 USD non-refundable fee for Slideroom portfolio applications Yes Reporting of Grades Current grade 12 students must provide the Admissions Office with an interim transcript indicating all grade 11 courses completed and grade 12 courses completed or in progress. The Academic Basis of Admission will be determined using the courses reported on this transcript. All interim transcripts must be submitted to the University by January 15. All high school courses must be completed by the end of June, students planning to take summer school courses are not eligible to apply until the following year. Final transcripts indicating successful completion of the high school diploma and successful completion of required courses must be sent to the University by August 1. BC High School students can request their transcripts from the BC Ministry of Education website. Please visit this link for full details: http://www.ecuad.ca/admissions/undergrad/foundation IB Credit Information IB Applicants: The admission average for an IB Diploma applicant is generally calculated on 3 Higher Level and 3 Standard Level subjects. A minimum requirement of 24 points is recommended to be considered for admission. First year university transfer credit will be awarded to students who achieve a grade of at least 5 or higher in Higher Level courses that are approved as equivalent to Emily Carr University required courses. AP Credit Information AP Applicants: Emily Carr University recognizes the value of AP courses. First year university transfer credit will be awarded to students who achieve a grade of 4 or higher in courses that are approved as equivalent to Emily Carr University required courses. English Proficiency Requirements Please visit this link for full details on required minimums: http://www.ecuad.ca/admissions/english Residence Options Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Scholarships with Separate Deadlines Decision Criteria RESIDENCE INFORMATION While Emily Carr does not offer on-campus housing, there is a site that is intended to help students find temporary or permanent accommodation. Please visit the website for full details here: http://housing.ecuad.ca/ SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION A limited number of tuition scholarships are available to first, second and third year students enrolled in 12 or more credits at Emily Carr University of Art + Design in the spring semester: http://www.ecuad.ca/studentservices/financial/tuition_scholarships Entrance scholarships are merit-based, and thus applications are not necessary, as dates coincide with the January 15 deadline. Please visit the website for detailed information: http://www.ecuad.ca/studentservices/financial/tuition_scholarships Merit-based WHAT’S NEW There is a list of running news regarding the Emily Carr community that is featured on the University website that is updated regularly. Please visit this link to see all of the latest news related to Emily Carr University of Art + Design: http://www.ecuad.ca/about/news Revised webpage for prospective international students: http://www.ecuad.ca/info/international_students National Portfolio Day events for 2012/13: http://portfolioday.net/2012-13-schedule CONTACT INFORMATION Contact Information for Students Contact Information for Counselors Admissions Contact Learning Resources Contact & Website Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Mailing Address Email: kings@uwo.ca • toll free 1.800.265.44606 x 4999 Marilyn Mason, Registrar Brandon Csendes, Admissions Natalie Mak, Liaison Officer Marilyn.Mason@kings.uwo.ca Brandon.Csendes@kings.uwo.ca Natalie.Mak@kings.uwo.ca Brandon Csendes, Admissions Officer Paul Wilton, Admissions Officer Brandon.Csendes@kings.uwo.ca x 4391 Paul.Wilton@kings.uwo.ca x 4335 Student Development Centre • Email: learning@uwo.ca • www.sdc.uwo.ca/learning Student Financial Services • Email: kingsfinances@uwo.ca • 1.800.265.44606 x 4319 Admissions at King’s University College 266 Epworth Ave • London, Ontario • N6A 2M3 INSTITUTION INFORMATION Faculties Student Population Social Sciences • Management and Organizational Studies • Arts & Humanities • Social Justice and Peace Studies • Childhood and Social Institutions • Social Work 3,300 ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Basic Admissions Requirements Average calculated on four academic courses numbered 12 including English 12. For the Business program: English 12, Calculus 12 and Principles of Mathematics 12 are included. BC Provincial Exam Policy Applicants to King’s are required to write the BC Provincial Exams for English 12, English 12 First Peoples, Communications 12, Français Langue Première 12, BC First Nations Studies 12 and Études des Prem. Nations de la C.B. 12. All other Grade 12 provincial examinations are optional for students in the British Columbia Ministry of Education 2004 Graduate Program. If you choose to write an optional provincial exam in a course that King’s will accept for admission, we will include the higher of your final or school mark as reported by the Ministry. Minimum Admissions Average Averages vary by program and year. Admission for 2012: mid-term grades in the mid to low 80s to receive a conditional offer of admission for most programs, with a final average of 78%. Application Deadline Application Fee Apply online Reporting of Grades IB Credit Information AP Credit Information Application recommended before March 1 for early consideration. Will accept applications throughout the summer. Admissions will close late July or early August. $135 for 3 choices. King’s is a separate choice from Western (University Codes: EKA, EKC, EKD, EKJ, EKO,) http://www.ouac.on.ca/105 http://www.kings.uwo.ca/future-students/i-have-applied/ 6 Subjects (3 HL) min. score 28. Marks of 5 or better are eligible for credit (see link below) http://kings.uwo.ca/future-students/admission-requirements/international-baccalaureate/ Final AP exams with 4 out of 5 may be awarded transfer credit (see link below) http://kings.uwo.ca/future-students/admission-requirements/advanced-placement/ RESIDENCE INFORMATION Residence Options Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? 3 Residences: Alumni Court (Co-ed), Townhouses (Co-ed) and Wemple (Female Only). 370 resident spots, traditional style dorm rooms, all equal in quality and price. May 31, 2013. All first year applicants to King’s are guaranteed residence until the established deadline. $300.00 Yes. A link will be provided in the Offer of Admission. Further Inquiries can be directected to KingsRes@uwo.ca SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Scholarships with Separate Deadlines Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Program Unlimited Entrance Scholarships for anyone with an 82% or higher. 131 different types of Scholarships. 15 types of Entrance scholarships. No Deadline required for Entrance Scholarships. All entrance scholarships are automatically applied upon receipt of final grades. March 1, 2012: Scholarships vary from $500 – Full tuition. http://www.kings.uwo.ca/current-students/money-matters/scholarships-awards-and-bursaries/ Criteria varies though most require minimum 80% average + relevant experiences Entrance Scholarships are Renewable after first year (min. 80% cumulative average per year). 82% - 84.9% (IB: 27-29) = $1500 85% - 89.9% (IB: 30-34) = $2000 90% - 94.9% (IB: 35-39) = $3000 95% - 100% (IB: 40+) = $3500 WHAT’S NEW New Programs for 2012: 88 Module options at King’s including o Honors Specialization in Accounting (earn credits towards CA, CGA or CMA designations) o Major/Minor Thanatology (Death, Dying, Greif and Bereavement) Program Changes: King’s Foundations in the Humanities (Unique first year which combines English History and Philosophy) Contact Information for Students Contact Information for Counsellors Admissions Contact Learning Resources Contact & Website Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Mailing Address Faculties Student Population Basic Admissions Requirements Minimum Admissions Average Application Deadline Application Fee Can you apply online? Reporting of Grades CONTACT INFORMATION Office of New Students Programs Website: http://kwantlen.ca/futurestudents.html Phone: 604.599.3030 Fax: 604.599.2498 Email: study@kwantlen.ca Website: http://kwantlen.ca/counsellors.html Contact: Patricia Seto, Student Recruitment Manager Email: patricia.seto@kwantlen.ca Phone: 604.599.2028 General Admissions Phone: 604.599.2000 Email: admissions@kwantlen.ca Kwantlen offers students the opportunity to succeed by providing various learning support services. We have free one-on-one or small group tutoring available in many subject areas and host Academic Success Seminars throughout the year. For more information, please visit: http://kwantlen.ca/learningcentres.html and http://kwantlen.ca/counselling/academic/study_seminars.html Teresa McLeod, Scholarships and Awards Coordinator Email: teresa.mcleod@kwantlen.ca Phone: 604.599.2278 Kwantlen Polytechnic University 12666 72 Avenue Surrey, BC V3W 2M8 INSTITUTION INFORMATION Arts, Business, Community & Health Studies, Design, Academic & Career Advancement, Science & Horticulture, and Trades & Technology 17,500 ADMISSIONS INFORMATION High school graduation and English 12 with at least a “C” or equivalent. For a list of acceptable English equivalency please refer to: http://www.kwantlen.ca/calendar/2011-12/ar/admissionreqs.html Undergraduate program often have higher and/or additional entrance requirements. Please see http://www.kwantlen.ca/calendar.html for a full list of program requirements. For English 12 and all other provincially examinable courses, Kwantlen will accept the blended grade (classroom grade + provincial examination grade) OR the classroom grade, whichever is higher, for the purposes of university and program admission and for satisfying course prerequisites. Selective Entry Programs have the following application periods: Fall semester (Sept to Dec) - Nov 1 to March 31 Dates and deadlines for other semesters - domestic students http://www.kwantlen.ca/admission/cdnappdeadlinesandfees.html Dates and deadlines for other semesters - international students http://www.kwantlen.ca/admission/intappdeadlinesandfees.html Domestic Applicants - $40.00 / International Applicants - $120.00 Yes applications can be submitted online at Kwantlen.ca/apply Not Applicable. IB Credit Information AP Credit Information English Proficiency Requirements Residence Options Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Scholarships with Separate Deadlines Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Program IB Diploma Graduates: IB diploma graduates may qualify for early conditional admission to most programs. IB Certificate Students: IB students who have not completed the IB Diploma may still be eligible for admission. An evaluation of secondary school and IB transcripts will be completed to determine admission. Transfer credit may be assessed course by course for individual IB courses completed. Website: http://www.kwantlen.ca/transfercredit/baccalaureate.html Email: transfercredit@kwantlen.ca Phone Number: 604.599.2285 All Advanced Placement (AP) courses are considered for admission in combination with an approved high school graduation credential. Students will need to request official final transcripts to be sent directly to Kwantlen from both the high school attended/governing body and the College Board AP once all examinations have been completed. Website: http://www.kwantlen.ca/transfercredit/placement.html Minimum English proficiency requirement is English 12 or Communications 12 with a “C” For other equivalencies please go to http://www.kwantlen.ca/calendar/2012-13/ar/admissionreqs.html RESIDENCE INFORMATION First Choice International Placement Inc. Unit 115, 255 West 1st Street North Vancouver, BC V7M 3G8 Phone: 604.984.0868 Fax: 604.984.2373 Website: www.fciplacement.com Email: info@fciplacement.com Please contact First Choice International Placement Inc. for information Please contact First Choice International Placement Inc. for information Please contact First Choice International Placement Inc. for information SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Kwantlen offers over $2 million in scholarships, awards, and bursaries. $225,000 (35 individual awards) are entrance scholarships for students entering Kwantlen for the first time. Entrance scholarships applications for first year students are typically accepted from January to mid-March for the following September intake. All our scholarships, awards, and bursaries have various deadlines. Please visit the Student Awards and Financial Assistance website for specifics. Website: http://kwantlen.ca/awards.html Criteria is based on academic merit as well as community involvement http://www.kwantlen.ca/awards/Awards/entrance_scholarship.html Not Applicable. WHAT’S NEW Kwantlen's newest degree programs Bachelor of Music in Musical Arts (First Intake: Sept. 2012) Bachelor of Applied Science in Sustainable Agriculture (First intake: Sept. 2012) Bachelor of Science in Nursing Post Baccalaureate (First intake: Sept. 2012) Degrees under development in the near future: Bachelor of Science in Health Science Bachelor of Technology in Trades Innovation Memorial University of Newfoundland CONTACT INFORMATION Contact Information for Students: Contact Information for Counsellors: Admissions Contact: Scholarship and Financial Aid Contact: Mailing Address: St. John's Campus: 1-866-354-8896 Email: becomestudent@mun.ca Grenfell Campus:1-888-637-6269 Email: study@grenfell.mun.ca Marine Institute: 1-800-563-5799 Email: recruitment@mi.mun.ca St. John's Campus: Jennifer Howell, jcabbott@mun.ca Call: 709-864-8626 Grenfell Campus: Carolyn Parsons,csparsons@grenfell.ca Call: 709-637-6200 ext. 6422 Marine Institute: Angie Clarke, angie.clarke@mi.mun.ca Call: 709 778-0565 St. John’s & Grenfell Campus: Maria Murray, Admissions Manager mmurray@mun.ca call: 709-864-3705 Marine Institute: Patricia Whittle, Admissions Officer patricia.whittle@mi.mun.ca call: 709-778-0380 St. John’s & Grenfell Campus: Scholarships and Awards, scholarships@mun.ca call: 709-864-3956 Marine Insitute: Student Affairs, call: 709-778-0565 St. John’s Campus: 230 Elizabeth Ave, St. John's, NL, A1C 5S7 Marine Institute: P.O. Box 4920, St. John’s, NL, A1C 5R3 INSTITUTION INFORMATION Faculties: Student Population: Arts, Business Administration, Commerce, International Business, Education, Engineering, Fine Arts, Kinesiology, Medicine, Music, Nursing, Pharmacy, Physical Education, Recreation, Resource Managerment, Science, Social Work, Ocean Technology, Fisheries, Maritime Studies Almost 19,000 ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Basic Admission Requirements: BC Provincial Exam Policy: Minimum Admissions Average: Application Deadline: Application Fee: Can you apply online? Reporting of Grades IB Credit Information AP Credit Information St. John’s and Grenfell Campus: Completion of a recognized preparatory program with a 70% overall average from five subject areas which normally include: English, mathematics, a laboratory science, social science, and one elective Marine Institute: Completion of a recognized preparatory program with a 60% overall average from the grade 12 or equivalent English, mathematics, and a laboratory science Provincial exams not required. If student chooses to write exam the higher grade will be used. 70% for general admission, higher for competitive programs such as Engineering, Commerce, Nurisng and Music. 60% for Marine Insititute programs St. John’s and Grenfell Campus: March 1 for general admission; deadlines for competitive programs could differ. Marine Institute: April 15 $50 Yes; http://www.mun.ca/become/undergrad/admissions/apply/index.php Marine Institute: http://www.mi.mun.ca/apply/ Students self report grades on the application and must arrange to have transcripts sent to institution. http://www.mun.ca/become/undergrad/admissions/IB_Chart.php http://www.mun.ca/advice/guide/advancedplacement.php RESIDENCE INFORMATION Residence Options: Shared and single rooms in traditional dorm style and appartment style residences are available for the St. John's campus and Marine Insitute. The Grenfell Campus has single rooms only. March 1 Residence Application Deadlines: Room Deposit Fee: $500 St. John’s campus and the Marine Institute: Can you apply http://www.mun.ca/hfcs/housingservices/on_campus/appfees/ online? Grenfell Campus: http://www.grenfell.mun.ca/swgcres/Pages/onlineforms.aspx SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Last year Memorial awarded over three million in scholarships. Number of Scholarships Available: March 1 Entrance Scholarship Application Deadlines: Scholarships with Yes. Please check with the Scholarships and Awards Office for further information; scholarships@mun.ca. Separate Deadlines: Scholarships are awarded solely on academics. Decision Criteria: Please contact the Scholarships and Award Office for more information; Guaranteed scholarships@mun.ca or call: 709-864-3956 Scholarship Program: WHAT’S NEW Find us on Facebook and Twitter @MemorialFutureU. Three new majors are being offered through the Faculty of Science: marine biology, conservation & ecology, and cellular & molecular Biology A new department of Ocean Sciences; along with a new minor in ocean sciences. Students can now do a political science (co-op) program through the Faculty of Arts. New major and honors programs in computational chemistry through the Bachelor of Science degree. Construction is continuing at the St. John’s campus and Grenfell campus of Memorial University for two new single student residences. Construction has started on a new wing for the Faculty of Medicine. At the Grenfell Campus, Atlantic Canada’s largest astronomical telescope is now up and running. The Marine Institute now offers a Joint Diploma/Bachelor of Technology in Underwater Vehicles and Ocean Mapping www.mta.ca CONTACT INFORMATION Admissions/Recruitment Nathan Walker Contact Admissions Counsellor Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Campus Tours Mailing Address (506) 364-3294 nwalker@mta.ca Margaret Esparza-Lee Financial Aid & Awards Counsellor (506) 364-2258 financialaid@mta.ca Judee Wellband Campus Liaison Officer (506) 364-2257 campusvisit@mta.ca Registrar’s Office Mount Allison University 62 York Street Sackville, NB E4L 1E2 INSTITUTION INFORMATION Faculties Student Population Primarily undergraduate, liberal arts and sciences, with over 40 academic programs available. Bachelor degrees in Sciences, Arts, Commerce/Business, Fine Arts, Music; unique BSc. Aviation program (only program of its kind in Maritimes in collaboration with Moncton Flight College) 2500 Full and Part time students ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Basic Admissions Requirements Minimum Admissions Average Application Deadline Arts, Fine Arts, Music: English 12 + 3 other university preparatory classes at the grade 12 level. Science, Commerce: English 12 + Pre-calculus 12 + 2 other university preparatory classes at the grade 12 level. When considering an applicant for admissions and scholarships, Mount Allison will assess the set of university-preparatory courses which most favour the student. **While not a requirement, supporting documents are strongly encouraged (reference letters, resume, activities list, awards/achievements, etc). 70% guaranteed; 65-69% considered but may request additional information. No deadline for admission; March 1st deadline for scholarship consideration. Application Fee Can you apply online? $50 online app; $60 hardcopy app YES Reporting of Grades Students may be admitted based on Grade 11 marks. Mid-year grade 12 transcripts must be received by March 1 for applications to be considered for scholarship. All students admitted on Grade 11 or Mid-year Grade 12 marks must have final transcripts sent during the summer. International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma students must have at least three higher level courses with a minimum score of four in each higher level and standard level subject undertaken with an overall score of 28 (excluding bonus points). IB diploma candidates may qualify for up to 30 transfer credits. IB certificate students who complete higher level courses with a score of five or higher will have those courses assessed for transfer credits. Students completing subjects in the Advanced Placement program will be assessed for transfer credits on subjects completed at a level of 4 or 5 for a maximum of 18 credits. If your first language is not English, you must provide documentation to show that you meet our English language proficiency requirements. Please visit www.mta.ca/apply/whoareyou/internat.html for more information. IB Credit Information AP Credit Information English Proficiency Requirements RESIDENCE INFORMATION Residence Options Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? 13 co-ed residences including both traditional style residences and “small house” residence experiences (10-30 residents). Visit www.mta.ca/housing for more information. June 3 $500 Yes SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Scholarships with Separate Deadlines Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Program In 2011, approximately 60% of entering class received an entrance award. March 1 None Academics, resume, letters of reference. Bell Scholarship requires essay. Sharp and Hill Scholarships include financial need component. 80%+ $500/yr 85%+ $1000/yr 90%+ $1500/yr WHAT’S NEW New $30 million Centre for the Arts to be opened in 2014 (Drama and Fine Arts) Rebecca Anne Dixon named Mount Allison 50th Rhodes Scholar, the ninth in the past 11 years. Mount Allison has more Rhodes Scholars per capita than any other university in Canada. In 2012, Mount Allison celebrated the grand opening of the $1.2 million Harold Crabtree Aqualab: Centre for Aquatic Sciences. #1 ranked undergraduate university in Canada 15 of past 21 years, #2 for remaining 6 years (MacLeans magazine). www.queensu.ca Contact Information for Students Contact Information for Counsellors Admissions Contact Learning Resources Contact & Website Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Mailing Address Faculties Student Population Basic Admissions Requirements Minimum Admissions Average Application Deadline Application Fee Can you apply online? CONTACT INFORMATION Email: admission@queensu.ca Website: www.queensu.ca/admission Wendy Smith Email: wendy.smith@queensu.ca Phone: 613 533 6000 ext 77130 Same as above Phone: 613 533 2218 Fax: 613 533 6810 Queen’s Learning Commons www.queensu.ca/qlc/index.html Student Awards Email: awards@queensu.ca Phone: 613 533 6000 ext 71660 Office of the University Registrar – Undergraduate Admission Gordon Hall, 74 Union Street Queen’s University Kingston, Ontario, Canada K7L 3N6 INSTITUTION INFORMATION Arts, Science, Computing, Fine Art, Music, Physical and Health Education, Kinesiology, Commerce, Engineering and Applied Science, Nursing, Concurrent Education (Arts/Science/Computing/Music), First Year Studies in England (Arts at Bader International Study Centre), Graduate Studies, Religion, Medicine, Consecutive Education, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy Approximately 22 000 students (~16 000 full-time undergraduate students) ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Four academic courses, including English 12 (blended grade). Please see www.queensu.ca/admission.apply for detailed program requirements. See www.queensu.ca/admission.apply/firstyear/requirements/nonontario/bc.html for a list of acceptable academic courses. Competitive averages range from the low 80s to 90s, depending on the program of interest. Applicants are evaluated and admitted on the basis of grades as well as supplementary information as provided in our Personal Statement of Experience (PSE) – mandatory for all applicants to submit. 1 February 2013 OUAC application fee is $135 for initial three university/program choices in Ontario, institution and additional choice fees may apply. Queen’s has a supplemental/document evaluation fee of $85. Yes, through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre. www.ouac.on.ca IB Credit Information Official transcripts must be sent directly from the high school once mid-term or updated grades are available. All documents are due no later than 30 April 2013. Students should also request Queen’s/OUAC through the PSI selections form (recognizing ONLY final transcripts will be received through OUAC). www.queensu.ca/admission/apply/firstyear/transfercredit AP Credit Information www.queensu.ca/admission/apply/firstyear/transfercredit English Proficiency Requirements Students who have been schooled exclusively in English (English is the only medium of instruction at the school) for the most recent three years or have lived in a country where English is the acknowledged primary language for the most recent three years are not required to submit an English facility test. TOEFL: 88 (24W, 22S, 22R, 20L) IELTS: 7 Reporting of Grades Residence Options Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Scholarships with Separate Deadlines Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Program RESIDENCE INFORMATION Guaranteed on-campus housing for all first-year full-time students who submit application and deposit by published deadline. Combination of single/double/triple rooms on single gender or co-ed floors. Majority will include an on-campus meal plan with flexible dietary options. 10 June 2013 $525 deposit due 10 June 2013 (partially refundable for cancellations) Yes, please visit http://housing.queensu.ca/residences/newapplicant.asp SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Queen’s offers a total of more than $22 million in financial assistance annually. More than half of incoming students receive scholarships and bursaries including Major Admission Awards valued up to 1 December 2012 – Major Admission Awards application deadline* 15 February 2013 – Other Merit-based Awards application deadline *to apply, students must be Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents 15 February 2013 – Admission Bursary application deadline* (need based) Major Admission Awards require a minimum of 90.0% (IB 36.5) average to be considered. Additional criteria, such as school nomination and/or community activities, may apply for some awards. www.queensu.ca/studentawards No application required for Automatic Admission Scholarships. 90.0-94.9% (IB 36.5-38.5 core) Excellence Scholarship ($1500 - $2000) 95.0% (IB 39 core) Principal’s Scholarship ($8000 over two years) WHAT’S NEW English Bridging Program (QBridge): Upon successful completion of academic English language training with the Queen’s School of English, students will progress into an undergraduate degree program. QBridge will be offered to select students only. Isabelle Bader Performing Arts Centre opening in Fall 2013! Incredible facilities for students in our Music, Drama, Fine Art, Film and Media studies programs. Aboriginal Admission Policies: Arts and Science, Nursing, Concurrent Education. www.queensu.ca/admission/apply/aboriginaladmission Automatic Admission Scholarship program open to International students. Royal Roads University http://www.royalroads.ca/ Contact Information for Students Contact Information for Counsellors Admissions Contact Learning Resources Contact & Website Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Mailing Address Faculties Student Population CONTACT INFORMATION Airess Brake, Recruitment Manager (250) 391-2600 ext 4708 Shawn Brake, Centre Director (250) 391-2600 ext 4700 Airess Brake, Recruitment Manager (250) 391-2600 ext 4708 Shawn Brake, Centre Director (250) 391-2600 ext 4700 Karen Koeble Admissions (250) 391-2600 ext 4702 Colleen Kagetsu (250) 391-2600 ext 4703 Contact: Shawn Brake, Centre Director (250) 391-2600 ext 4708 http://www.studygroup.com/isc/royalroads/ http://www.royalroads.ca/ Airess Brake, Recruitment Manager (250) 391-2600 ext 4708 Shawn Brake, Centre Director (250) 391-2600 ext 4700 Royal Roads University, International Study Centre 2005 Sooke Road Victoria, BC V9B 5Y2 INSTITUTION INFORMATION Faculty of Social and Applied Sciences and Faculty of Management 5000 ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Basic Admissions Requirements Minimum Admissions Average Application Deadline Application Fee Can you apply online? Please see http://www.studygroup.com/isc/royalroads/university-entry.aspx for a complete listing. 75% For bachelor degrees, students may apply up to… July 30th for fall/September admission November 30th for winter/January admission March 31st for spring/May admission None Yes Reporting of Grades IB Credit Information AP Credit Information English Proficiency Requirements For any IB work, students are advised and welcome to contact the ISC Director, Mr. Shawn Brake at 250-391-2600 ext. 4700. For any AP work, students are advised and welcome to contact the ISC Director, Mr. Shawn Brake at 250-391-2600 ext. 4700. For bachelor degrees… -IELTS = 5.5, with no band lower than 5.0 -iBT TOEFL = 68 *For students who require help with their English, EAP and UBP programs are offered, and upon their successful completion students may transfer directly into the degree study program of their choice. *For students who are unsure of their English level, an in-house test is available and may be taken at the International Study Centre prior to or upon application. Please see http://www.studygroup.com/isc/royalroads/university-entry.aspx for more information or contact the ISC at (250) 391-2600 ext. 4703. Residence Options Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Scholarships with Separate Deadlines Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Program RESIDENCE INFORMATION Students may participate in our homestay program or find their own place in which to reside amongst the many available options within walking distance to RRU. Currently there is no residence option at RRU. N/A N/A N/A SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION The International Study Centre provides many scholarships throughout the year. Please see http://www.studygroup.com/isc for current scholarship offerings or contact Airess Brake at (250) 391-2600 ext. 4008 for more information. Please see http://www.studygroup.com/isc Please see http://www.studygroup.com/isc Please see http://www.studygroup.com/isc N/A Ryerson University is Canada’s leader in innovative, career-oriented education and a university clearly on the move. With a mission to serve societal need, and a long-standing commitment to engaging its community, Ryerson offers close to 100 undergraduate and graduate programs. Distinctly urban, culturally diverse and inclusive, the university is home to 30,000 students, including 2,300 masters and PhD students. CONTACT INFORMATION Recruitment and Admissions: Contact for Students: Scholarships and Financial Aid: Campus Tours: Upcoming Events: William Waugh, Acting Manager, National Recruitment Tel: 416-979-5030 Email: wwaugh@ryerson.ca 416-979-5036; whyryerson.ca; @Ryerson_UAR; facebook.com/RyersonUAR Mailing: Undergraduate Admissions and Recruitment, 350 Victoria Street, Toronto, ON, M5B2K3 www.ryerson.ca/currentstudents/awards/entrance Tel: 416-979-5113 Email: awards@ryerson.ca General Campus Tours operate Monday – Friday at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Info: www.ryerson.ca/undergraduate/admission/visit To see all events please visit: www.ryerson.ca/undergraduate/admission/visit INSTITUTIONAL INFORMATION Student Population: New Programs: Program Changes: 30,000 full-time undergraduate and graduate students Fall 2012 - Environment and Urban Sustainability; History. Fall 2013 - Accounting and Finance; Creative Industries; Philosophy; Professional Communications. Early Childhood Education renamed to Early Childhood Studies Faculty of Science launched fall 2012 Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Science renamed to Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science ADMISSIONS AND TRANSITION INFORMATION British Columbia Admission Requirements Details available at: http://www.ryerson.ca/undergraduate/admission/overview/ BC High School Diploma with four academic Grade 12 courses. It is essential that the subject prerequisite(s) and grade(s) for specific Ryerson programs form part of the academic background of applicants from outside of Ontario, especially in the last two years of high school studies. Subject prerequisite grades required for admission (normally in the 65-75 percent range) are determined on the basis of competition. Overall admission averages (of the four academic Grade 12 courses) are determined on the basis of competition and vary from program-to-program and year-to-year. Grade ranges from last year can be found at www.electronicinfo.ca Supplemental Application: Application Method and Fee Alternate Offers of Admission: Deferral Policy: Special Consideration Policy: IB Policy: Programs may also specify non-academic requirements for admissions (e.g. portfolio, interview, etc.) A supplementary form is required and available at: http://www.ryerson.ca/undergraduate/admission/apply/forms/ Non-Academic requirements are required for Grades-Plus programs. A listing of Grades-Plus programs and the Non-Academic requirements are available at: www.ryerson.ca/undergraduate/admission/overview/ Applicants from outside of Ontario apply via the OUAC 105 application, available online at: http://www.ouac.on.ca/ouac-105/ The OUAC base application fee is $135, which includes three program choices within the Ontario university system. Ryerson’s Supplemental Fee is an additional $80. Alternate offers are not automatic. Applicants should apply to all programs they wish to be considered for. Limited - must be requested in writing to the Executive Director, Undergraduate Admissions and Recruitment. • The Access Centre provides students with disabilities accommodation services and supports needed to achieve academic success and access to the university. Students may contact the Access Centre at 416-979-5290 or accessfrontdesk@ryerson.ca • Applicants may also request special consideration based on circumstances that adversely affected their grades by submitting a letter to Undergraduate Admissions describing the impact that circumstances beyond their control had on their grades, along with supporting documentation (e.g. letter from physician, guidance counselor/social worker). Students applying with the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma must present passes in at least six subjects: three at the Higher level and three at the Standard level, with a total grade total not less than AP Policy: Policy on Repeated Courses: Ranking on OUAC Application: Tuition Deposit: English Proficiency Requirements: 28 and with no mark less than 4. Transfer credits may be available for Higher Level (HL) courses with a grade of 5 or higher. Transfer credits may be granted for AP subject examinations with grades of 4 or better. For admissions purposes, we accept the highest completed grade. For scholarship purposes, we will allow two repeat attempts in total. Order of choice is not considered in the admission selection process. $1,000 Due: Early July (Date TBA) Applicants from a country where English is not the first language, or where English is an official language but not the first language, including applicants who have resided in Canada for four calendar years or less (i.e., date of entry to Canada was on or after January 1, 2009 for fall 2013), are required to present proof of English Language Proficiency at a satisfactory level. Ryerson accepts results from the following tests of English language proficiency: RTEP (Ryerson Test of English Proficiency), TOEFL, IELTS, MELAB, and CAEL. Minimum required scores vary by academic program. SCHOLARSHIP AND FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION Scholarships: Guaranteed & Competitive Entrance Scholarships Open to students of recognized Canadian curriculum secondary schools who have continuously been and are currently enrolled full-time, are enrolling in a postsecondary institution for the first time, and have submitted a complete application to Ryerson by May 1, 2013. Additional Scholarships Application Information and Deadline: Bursary Information: Applicants who fit the above criteria with final averages of 90% and higher who meet the terms and conditions for scholarship are guaranteed an entrance scholarship. Whether the scholarship is renewable or awarded on a one-time only basis varies by program. With an 80% average and higher students are eligible in both entrance scholarship categories for $500 up to $4000. Further information is available online: www.ryerson.ca/undergraduate/admission/scholarships/ President’s National Scholarships – 6 @ $40,000 ($10,000/yr) Ted Roger’s School of Management – 6 @ $40,000 ($10,000/yr) Ted Roger’s School of Management – 13 @ $10,000 (First year) Numerous other entrance scholarships are available: http://www.ryerson.ca/currentstudents/awards/entrance/index.html Additional competitive entrance scholarships are available by application. Information is available at: www.ryerson.ca/currentstudents/awards/entrance/ The Ryerson University bursary is based on the Student Access Guarantee laid out by the Ministry of Training Colleges and Universities: www.ryerson.ca/currentstudents/financialaid/sag/bursary/ RESIDENCE INFORMATION Residence Options: Residence Application Deadline: Residence Guaranteed? Room Deposit Fee: Online Application: Ryerson offers three on-campus residences. Pitman Hall is a traditional style 14-storey residence that houses 566 students primarily in single bedrooms. The International Living/Learning Centre (ILC) is a former 11-storey hotel that houses 252 students in extra-large single rooms with ensuite bathroom. O’Keefe House is a 33-student residence with double and triple occupancy rooms. There is a large communal kitchen onsite. Meal plans are mandatory for Pitman Hall and the ILC. TBA (typically late May or early June); applications are available online May 1. Residence is not guaranteed. Priority is given to first-year students coming directly from secondary school whose permanent address is the furthest distance from Toronto. When the number of applicants exceeds the number of spaces, a priority sequence waiting list is generated. Applicants must be accepted into a full-time undergraduate program to be eligible for residence. $400 www.ryerson.ca/studentservices/housing/resadmissions WHAT’S NEW? New Buildings: Image Arts Building and Ryerson Image Centre (opened fall 2011) Mattamy Athletic Centre at Maple Leaf Gardens (opened spring 2012) Student Learning Centre (opening winter 2014) New Student Residence (opening fall 2016) Health Sciences Building (TBD) www.smu.ca CONTACT INFORMATION Contact Information for Students Contact Information for Counsellors Lauren Cullen, Liaison & Admissions Officer Lauren.cullen@smu.ca 902.420.5128 Lauren Cullen, Liaison & Admissions Officer Lauren.cullen@smu.ca 902.420.5128 Admissions Contact admissions@smu.ca Learning Resources Contact & Website Atlantic Centre of Research, Access and Support for Students with Disabilities Sarah.hildebrand@smu.ca 902.420.5452 Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Mailing Address Financial.aid@smu.ca Faculties Student Population Arts, Business, Science, Engineering, Environmental Studies 7,200 Basic Admissions Requirements Bachelor of Arts: English 12; Four other academic Grade 12 courses 923 Robie St., Halifax NS B3H 3C3 INSTITUTION INFORMATION ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Bachelor of Commerce: English 12; Foundations of Math 12 OR Pre Calculus 12 OR Calculus 12; Three other academic Grade 12 courses Bachelor of Science: English 12; Pre Calculus 12 OR Calculus 12; Two Grade 12 sciences (Biology, Chemistry, or Physics); One other academic Grade 12 course Diploma in Engineering: English 12; Pre Calculus 12 OR Calculus 12; Physics 12; Chemistry 12; One other academic Grade 12 course Minimum Admissions Average Application Deadline Application Fee Can you apply online? Bachelor of Environmental Studies: English 12; Four other academic Grade 12 courses Minimum 70% average in pre-requisite courses with no mark below 60% March 15 for automatic entrance scholarship consideration $40 application fee; $25 residence application fee YES: www.smu.ca Reporting of Grades Please send official transcripts to Admissions Office IB Credit Information Minimum total diploma score for admission: 24 Minimum total diploma score for automatic entrance scholarship: 28 Minimum total diploma score for 30 credit hours (one year) toward degree program: 30 (including a Philosophy credit for Theory of Knowledge) Credit may be granted to students who complete IB Diploma courses at the Higher Level and score grades of 5, 6, or 7 For more information contact: AP Credit Information Lauren Cullen, Liaison & Admissions Officer Lauren.cullen@smu.ca 902.420.5128 Credit may be granted to students who score 4 or 5 on AP exams. English Proficiency Requirements IELTS: Minimum score 6.5 with no band below 6.0 TOEFL: Minimum 80 on iBT with no band below 20 An English as a Second Language Centre is located on campus and offers yearround intensive English language programs that can lead to unconditional admission to undergraduate programs. Visit www.smu.ca/academic/tesl for more information. RESIDENCE INFORMATION Residence Options Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? Super-single, single, double, apartment-style. Over 1,000 bedspaces available on campus. No set deadline but students are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Guaranteed room placement to students who apply before March 15. $500 YES: www.smu.ca SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Scholarships with Separate Deadlines Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Program Unlimited – over $5 million awarded each year in scholarships, bursaries, awards March 15 Students will be considered for automatic renewable entrance scholarships after March 15 as resources permit. Visit www.smu.ca/scholarships for a listing of all Named Entrance Scholarships that range in value up to $36,000. Academic merit, community/ extracurricular involvement, financial need Automatic scholarship consideration based on: 95%+ (IB 36+) 90-94.99% (IB 33-35) 85-89.99% (IB 30-32) 80-84.99% (IB 28-29) $14,000 total value ($3,500/ year) $8,000 total value ($2,000/ year) $4,000 total value ($1,000/ year) $3,500 total value ($500 first year, then $1,000 per year) WHAT’S NEW Admission average is now 70% for all academic programs Co-operative Education now an option for all Bachelor of Arts majors! New northeast campus set to open in 2013 and new Homburg Centre for Health & Wellness now open – campus infrastructure renovations have reached $100 million IB students now receive a Philosophy credit for Theory of Knowledge Contact Information for Students Contact Information for Counsellors Admissions Contact Learning Resources Contact & Website Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Mailing Address Faculties Student Population Basic Admissions Requirements Minimum Admissions Average Application Deadline Application Fee Can you apply online? Reporting of Grades IB Credit Information CONTACT INFORMATION students.sfu.ca/futurestudents or 778-782-6930 Connie Fish: 778.782.4970 or cgfish@sfu.ca students.sfu.ca/counsellors students.sfu.ca/asksfu or 778-782-6930 Centre for Students with Disabilities - support and accommodations for students with disabilities: students.sfu.ca/disabilityaccess Student Learning Commons - academic writing, learning and study strategies resources and workshops: learningcommons.sfu.ca students.sfu.ca/financialaid Entrance Scholarships: 778.782.6798 / scholars@sfu.ca Financial Assistance: 778.782.6930 / fiassist@sfu.ca Admissions, SFU, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6 INSTITUTION INFORMATION Over 100 programs in 8 Faculties: Applied Sciences / Arts and Social Sciences / Beedie School of Business / Communication, Art and Technology / Education / Environment / Health Sciences / Science Co-operative Education is available in all of our programs Approximately 23,000 undergraduate students on three campuses ADMISSIONS INFORMATION English 12 (or English 12 First Peoples or Français Première Langue 12) with a minimum of 60% Three additional courses: Biology 12 / BC First Nations studies 12 / Calculus 12 / Chemistry 12 / Comparative Civilization 12 / Economics 12 / English Literature 12 / Foundations of Math 12 / French 12 or Français Langue Seconde 12 / Geography 12 / Geology 12 / German 12 / History 12 / Japanese 12 / Law 12 / Mandarin 12 / Philosophy 12 / Physics 12 / PreCalculus 12 / Punjabi 12 / Social Justice 12 / Spanish 12 / Sustainable Resources 12 English 11, Principles of Math 11 or PreCalculus 11 (minimum 60%), a science 11 and a language 11 (beginner’s language is acceptable) SFU accepts challenge exams for admission Beedie School of Business requires a supplemental application Contemporary Arts programs may require a supplemental application In Fall 2012, the minimum admissions average ranged from 78% - 87%, depending on the Faculty Early Admission: February 28th Regular Admission: April 30th $75 CAN Online admission application opens October 1st: www.applybc.ca Self-report your marks at sis.sfu.ca between December 15th and April 30th for early admission Heather Roberts: 778.782.4663 / hlr@sfu.ca IB Diploma holders will be granted one full year of transfer credit (30 units). Credit will be awarded for standard and higher level subjects with a minimum mark of 4. Students in a partial IB programs will be considered for admission based on their secondary school results, and will receive transfer credit for higher level courses completed with a grade of 5. For further information, including a list of transfer credit see students.sfu.ca/admission/requirements/international-baccalaureate.html AP Credit Information English Proficiency Requirements Residence Options Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Scholarships with Separate Deadlines Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Program Transfer credit and/or advanced standing are granted for a minimum score of 4 on AP exams in transferable subjects. Course challenge is also available in some disciplines. For further information, including transfer credit see students.sfu.ca/admission/requirements/advanced-placement.html Completion of the last 3 years of full-time education in Canada: min 60% in English 12 or English Lit 12 or English 12 First Peoples. Less than 3 years: IELTS 6.5 with 6 in each component OR TOEFL IBT 88 with 20 in each component. RESIDENCE INFORMATION First year students live in one of 727 fully furnished single rooms, each with its own fridge, cable and high speed internet. A meal plan completes the experience. UniverCity, a sustainable urban community within walking distance to the Burnaby campus, has private rentals. See www.sfuoffcampushousing.com Residences are being developed at the Surrey campus. Apply by February 28th for priority placement. Do not wait for an offer of admission to apply for residence! A $25 non-refundable residence application fee is required. To accept the offer, we require a $700 non-refundable confirmation payment. Applications to SFU Residence and Housing are completed online at students.sfu.ca/residences SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION ** Over 3,500 entrance scholarships and awards worth $2,000 to $34,000 were offered for Fall 2012 Major Entrance Scholarship applications must be received by February 28th Please see our website for other deadlines: students.sfu.ca/financialaid While some Entrance Scholarships are automatically awarded on the basis of academic performance, our major scholarships also recognize breadth, community involvement and leadership. • Automatic entrance scholarships recognize high academic achievement. All applicants will automatically be considered. • Each BC entrance scholarship recipient from outside the Lower Mainland will also receive a one-time travel allowance of $500. WHAT’S NEW ** Major changes to our Entrance Scholarships, see students.sfu.ca/financialaid for details SFU is the first and only non-American university to compete in the NCAA New Business Minor Program New admissions application – simplified and improved SFU – Langara degree program allows students to complete BA or BSc at both institutions BC Counsellors’ Day will be held at SFU Vancouver campus on Thursday November 22, 2012 SFU Supertours: Oct 27, Nov 17 and Feb 16. See students.sfu.ca/tour/supertour for details www.stfx.ca Contact Information for Students Contact Information for Counsellors Admissions Contact Learning Resources Contact & Website Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Mailing Address Faculties Student Population Basic Admissions Requirements Minimum Admissions Average Application Deadline Application Fee Can you apply online? CONTACT INFORMATION Thomas Turniawan – Admissions Advisor (p) 902-867-5426 (f) 902-867-2329 (e) tturniaw@stfx.ca Thomas Turniawan – Admissions Advisor Mark Kolanko – Counsellor Support Lead (p) 902-867-5120 (f) 902-867-2329 (e) counselorlead@stfx.ca Brittany Landry – Acting Manager of Admissions (p) 902-867-2305 (f) 902-867-2329 (e) blandry@stfx.ca Elizabeth Kell – Coordinator, Centre for Accessible Learning, Tramble Rooms (p) 902-867-5349 (f) 902-867-5349 (e) ekell@stfx.ca Donna Hudson – Scholarship Officer (p) 902-867-5384 (f) 902-867-2329 (e) dhudson@stfx.ca Rachel MacFarlane – Financial Aid Officer (p) 902-867-2374 (f) 902-867-5458 (e) rmacfarl@stfx.ca StFX Recruitment and Admissions 5005 Chapel Sq. Antigonish, NS, B2G 2W5 INSTITUTION INFORMATION Arts, Science, Business and Information Systems, Education 4200 Full Time ADMISSIONS INFORMATION English 12 plus four university preparatory courses. University preparatory courses vary by program, and specific requirements can be found either at the back of the viewbook, or online at http://stfx.ca/apply/requirements. The viewbook and website list every high school course that we accept as university preparatory depending on the program being applied for. Should a student be taking a course that is university preparatory, but is not listed in the viewbook or website, please contact Brittany Landry. 70%, with no mark below a 65%. Programs with limited enrollment (Business, Human Kinetics, Nursing, Human Nutrition, Engineering) will require a higher average. No deadline to apply; however students applying for limited-enrollment programs are encouraged to apply by mid-February. $40 Yes, at www.stfx.ca/apply Reporting of Grades IB Credit Information AP Credit Information English Proficiency Requirements Residence Options Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Scholarships with Separate Deadlines Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Program Students cannot self-report grades. They must request their guidance counselor send us a copy of their transcript by mail or fax. StFX will offer up to 18 transfer credits for completing the IB diploma with a minimum overall score of 24 points and a minimum grade of 5, 6 or 7 in higher-level courses only. StFX may also grant advanced standing to students who have taken higher-level subjects with a score of 5, 6 or 7 but who did not complete the diploma program. Please contact Brittany Landry with any addition questions. Applicants who have complete Advanced Placement courses with a score of 3 or higher are eligible to receive advanced standing. IELTS minimum score: 6.5 TOEFL minimum scores: 580 (paper-based), 236 (computer-based), 92 (internet-based). If a student completes the final two years of high school English with a 65% average (in both courses), they are exempt from writing an English proficiency test. RESIDENCE INFORMATION StFX is a community-oriented campus with 16 residences, ranging from single gendered to co-ed, and single or double rooms; apartment and suite style available for upper-year students. Any student who confirms by May 15th and pays the residence deposit is guaranteed a spot in residence in first year. $400 Yes, at www.stfx.ca/apply SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Varies from year to year. March 1st. All students who submit a complete application by March 1st will automatically be considered for all major and entrance scholarships. A complete application includes the application form, two reference letters, and a copy of first semester grade 12 marks. None. Average based on first semester grade 12 marks of applicable program, extra-curricular involvement, and reference letters. Students nominated for the JP McCarthy Scholarship must rank in the top 1% or 2% of their class. 85%-89.9% - $3500 guaranteed entrance scholarship. 90%+ - $4000 guaranteed entrance scholarship. WHAT’S NEW We are expanding our exceptional residence experience with the addition of two new state-ofthe-art residence living and learning spaces. Slated to open for September 2013. StFX President, Dr. Sean Riley, is among the newest appointments to the Order of Canada, being recognized for his contributions to StFX, as well as the community. The Gerald Schwartz School of Business and Information Systems received two distinct national accreditations: The Co-op program, from the Canadian Association for Co-operative Education; and a five-year accreditation for our Business program (major and honours in Accounting) from CMA Canada. Craig Kielburger (co-founder of Free the Children) was on campus in February to deliver the keynote address for our inaugural McKenna Leadership Centre Encouter – a two-day service learning workshop. Contact Information for Students Contact Information for Counsellors Admissions Contact Learning Resources Contact & Website Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Mailing Address CONTACT INFORMATION Michelle Monahan Admissions Counsellor mmonahan@stu.ca Direct Line: (506) 453-7218 Same as above plus: Ryan Sullivan Kathryn Monti Interim Director of Recruitment Director of Admissions sullivan@stu.ca monti@stu.ca Direct Line: (506) 452-0343 Direct Line: (506) 452-0603 Admissions Office Phone: (506) 452-0532 or 1-877-788-4443 (toll-free) Email: admissions@stu.ca Fax: (506) 452-0617 Same as Contact Information for Guidance Counsellors. www.stu.ca → Future Students Same as Contact Information for Guidance Counsellors. Admissions Office St. Thomas University Fredericton NB E3B5G3 Faculties Student Population INSTITUTION INFORMATION Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Education, Bachelor of Social Work ~2500 Basic Admissions Requirements ADMISSIONS INFORMATION English 12 Academic plus four grade 12 academic electives. IB students require total score of 26 or higher. We can use any of these courses as electives: Applications of Math 12 First Nations Studies 12 Principles of Math 11 & 12 Biology 12 Francais 12 Social Justice 12 Calculus 12 Geography 12 Spanish 12 Chemistry 12 Geology 12 Western Civilization 12 Comp. Civilizations 12 Geometry 12 Writing 12 Economics 12 History 12 Physics 12 We can use one from each of the below categories as electives: Media Fine Arts Business/Law Communications 12 Acting 12 Marketing 12 Tech. & Prof. Comm. 12 Art 12 Law 12 Art Foundations 12 Band 12 Concert Choir 12 Dance 12 Stagecraft 12 Visual Art 12 Minimum Admissions Average Application Deadline Application Fee Can you apply online? Reporting of Grades IB Credit Information AP Credit Information English Proficiency Requirements Residence Options Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? 70% Regular Admissions (60-69% First Year Studies Admission) Recommended March 31, applications accepted until August 31 $35 Yes Official transcripts can be mailed or faxed directly by the institution. They can also be mailed by student in an envelope sealed by the institution. IB students are eligible for a maximum of 30 credit hours in transfer credit with grades of 5, 6 or 7 on the external examinations for individual higherlevel International Baccalaureate subjects. AP students are eligible for a maximum of 18 credit hours in transfer credit with grades of 4 or 5 on Advanced Placement tests. Same contact as Admissions Office. Please see website: www.stu.ca → Future Students → Entrance Requirements → English as a Second Language RESIDENCE INFORMATION Single and double rooms. Upper and lower campus. Recommended March 31 $300 Yes SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Scholarships with Separate Deadlines Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Program Varies March 1 March 1 Renewable Academic Scholarships: admissions average, class ranking, difficulty of courses, min. average of 90+%. Renewable Leadership Scholarship: leadership through extracurricular activities, volunteerism, demonstrated commitment to the benefit of others, min. admission average of 80%. Millennium Entrance Bursaries: financial need, must submit letter to Admissions Office. Renewable Guaranteed Entrance Scholarships given to students with admission averages of 80+%. Average 80-89%: $1000 Scholarship in first year, renewable with 3.5 GPA. Average 90+%: $2000 Scholarship in first year, $1000 renewable with 3.5 GPA. WHAT’S NEW Increased Renewable Entrance Scholarship Guarantees. New Concentration in Creative Writing within English Literature Major. Interdisciplinary Major in Peace Studies. New Major in Communications and Public Policy. New Honours programme in Native Studies. New international experience opportunities. www.tru.ca Contact Information for Students: Contact Information for Counsellors: Admissions Contact: Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact: Mailing Address: Faculties: Student Population: Basic Admissions Requirements: BC Provincial Exam Policy: Minimum Admissions Average: Application Deadline: Application Fee: Can you apply online? CONTACT INFORMATION The Welcome Centre - P: 250.828.5006 or find contact info for our student recruiters at www.tru.ca/welcome. Program information requests forms also at www.tru.ca/moreinfo Same as above. See also www.tru.ca/counsellors. Admissions & Registration Office: P: 250.828.5036, F: 250.371.5960, email: admissions@tru.ca, web: www.tru.ca/admreg/admissions Financial Aid & Awards Office: P. 250.828.5024, F. 250.371.5668, email: finaid@tru.ca, web: www.tru.ca/awards TRU, 900 McGill Road, Kamloops, BC, V2C 0C8 INSTITUTION INFORMATION Law; Arts; Science; Business & Economics; Human, Social & Educational Development; Nursing; Tourism; Trades & Technology 10,000 on-campus; including 1,600 international students from over 80 countries; 15,000 additional TRU Open Learning students ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Each program lists its own individual requirements, but most programs require a 73% in English 12. Consult the Program Guide for details. Note: A second language is not a requirement for admission. Optional Government Exams are NOT required (English 12 still required). TRU will accept the higher mark if a student opts to write an exam. TRU takes a different approach to the admissions process, which is not based on calculated averages. Each program has its own individual high school course requirements for admission. Note: An Open Admission Policy is in place for 1st year Arts, Science and Business - if students do not meet admission requirements, they are still eligible for admission and can upgrade during first year. Academic Programs: Early deadline is March 1st; Regular deadline is April 30th; Applications accepted until Sept. 1st; admission as space permits. Nursing: Jan. 15th; Social Work: Jan 25th; Education: Feb. 15th; Animal Health Technology: Feb. 15th; Respiratory Therapy: March 31st Career Tech, Certificate, & Diploma Programs: Deadlines vary from January to August, email admissions@tru.ca or contact a Student Recruiter in the Welcome Centre (see contact info at top). $25.50; $100 for international students Yes. Apply through the ApplyBC website, www.applybc.ca or the TRU website, www.tru.ca/apply (paper apps.also available here). International Students: www.truworld.ca Reporting of Grades N/A. Students do not self-report grades to TRU IB Credit Information TRU recognizes and awards credits to students who complete and present official transcripts for enriched secondary school programs. An AP grade of 4 or better is required and an IB grade of 5 or better is required in a higher level course. Visit www.tru.ca/counsellors for quick reference sheet. See above AP Credit Information Residence Options: Residence Application Deadline: Room Deposit Fee: Can You Apply Online? Number of Scholarships Available: Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline: Scholarships with Separate Deadlines: Decision Criteria: Guaranteed Scholarship Program: RESIDENCE INFORMATION All facilities are privately owned and operated. Visit www.tru.ca/housing TRU Residence & Conference Centre: 11-storey building; doubles/quads, fully furnished rooms with double bed, desk, cable TV, internet, local calling, kitchen with full-size fridge and microwave; common kitchens/ lounges. Approx. $6000/year. On-Campus Student Housing: Quad-style format; outside entry; 300 units with bed, desk, mini-kitchen; central TV, recreation and study area. Approx. $4100/year. Upper College Heights: 215 dorm beds in quad-style format and 88 two and three bedroom apartments. Dorms are furnished with bed, desk, dresser, and include some TV channels; rec. area with games and TV. Dorms approx. $4000/year; apartments approx. $1000/month. Other: visit www.tru.ca/housing First-applied, first-paid (deposits), first-served. Guaranteed housing for firstyear students in the TRU Residence - deadline March 1st. TRU Residence & Conference Centre: $500 On-Campus Student Housing: $275 plus $50 application fee Upper College Heights: $225 Yes. Visit www.tru.ca/housing for links to each residence website SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Entrance Scholarships: Approx. 75 scholarships totaling approx. $250,000 Ongoing Awards: Hundreds of awards in various categories totaling over $1.6 million dollars March 1st. Yes. Visit www.tru/awards for a full list of awards, requirements and deadlines Ambassador’s (up to $20K - $5K renewable*4 years) and President's Entrance ($3,500) Scholarships: Academic excellence based on Grade 11 marks in core subjects, leadership and community service through documented references. Leadership ($3,500) and Community Service ($1, 000) Entrance Scholarships: Strong leadership roles, involvement in range of activities; good academic standing No. WHAT’S NEW TRU Law School (inaugural class 2011 - www.tru.ca/law ); New in the BA: Major in Communication, Minor in Creative Writing; Co-op Education for credit (www.tru.ca/careereducation); Global Competency Certificate (www.tru.ca/global) PETERBOROUGH OSHAWA TWO CAMPUSES. LIMITLESS POSSIBILITIES. www.trentu.ca Contact Information for Students Contact Information for Counsellors Admissions Contact Learning Resources Contact & Website Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Mailing Address Faculties Student Population Basic Admissions Requirements Minimum Admissions Average Application Deadline Application Fee Can you apply online? Reporting of Grades IB Credit Information AP Credit Information English Proficiency Requirements CONTACT INFORMATION Peterborough : Liaison & Campus Tours Office, 1-888-739-8885, liaison@trentu.ca Oshawa : Trent in Oshawa Office, 905-435-5100, oshawa@trentu.ca Sasha Trivett, Manager, Recruitment, 705-748-1011, ext. 7584, sashatrivett@trentu.ca Jessica Lee, Enrolment Advisor, 705-748-1011 ext. 6125, jlee@trentu.ca Kevin Whitmore, Manager, Admissions, 705-748-1011, ext. 7748, kevinwhitmore@trentu.ca General inquiries: 705-748-1011, admissions@trentu.ca Academic Advising, www.trentu.ca/advising Academic Skills Centre, acdskills@trentu.ca, www.trentu.ca/academicskills Career Centre, 705-748-1011, ext. 6102, careers@trentu.ca, www.trentu.ca/careers Disability Services Office, 705-748-1281, disabilityservices@trentu.ca, www.trentu.ca/disabilityservices Financial Aid Office, 705-748-1011, ext. 1524, financialaid@trentu.ca, www.trentu.ca/financialaid Peterborough: 1600 West Bank Drive, Peterborough, ON K9J 7B8 Oshawa: 55 Thornton Road South, Oshawa, ON L1J 5Y1 INSTITUTION INFORMATION Education, Humanities, Nursing, Social Science, Science Just over 7,800 students in Peterborough and Oshawa ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Bachelor of Arts or : English 12 plus three other academic grade 12 courses. Bachelor of Science Provincial exams not required Forensic Science: Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Math 12 Trent-Fleming School of Nursing: Biology 12, Chemistry 12, English 12, Math 12 Queen’s-Trent Concurrent Teacher Education: Personal Statement of Experience Arts & Science Stream for Teacher Education: Applicant Profile 70%: General Arts and Science programs, Bachelor of Business Administration 75%: Bachelor of Arts & Science, Arts & Science Stream for Teacher Education, Bachelor of Environmental Science/Studies, Forensic Science, Trent-Fleming School of Nursing 80%: Queen’s-Trent Concurrent Teacher Education January 16, 2013 for limited enrolment programs $135 Yes, through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre www.ouac.on.ca In-progress grades can be sent to the Admissions Department from the High School Transfer credits will be granted for IB Higher Level courses with grades of five (5) or better. Transfer credits will be granted for Advanced Placement courses with grades of four (4) or better. TOEFL: 86 iBT, 580 PBT with minimum TWE score of 4.5 IELTS: 6.5, with no band lower than 6.0 Trent-ESL offers intensive English language and academic skills preparation and allows gradual admission to degree studies for students who do not meet our English proficiency requirements or who feel they will benefit from additional language support. www.trentu.ca/esl Residence Options Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Scholarships with Separate Deadlines RESIDENCE INFORMATION Trent offers dormitory and apartment-style residences across four colleges at our Peterborough campus. More than 80% of Trent’s residence rooms are single rooms. Visit our website at www.trentu.ca/housing. Residence cost includes meal plans, telephone, and internet. June 1, 2013, for a guaranteed space in residence. Residence applications received after the deadline will be awarded subject to availability. Acceptance of the offer of admission and a residence advance payment of $500 must be submitted by the due date noted on the Offer of Accommodation. Online applications are available March 1 through our website at www.trentu.ca/housing SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION With the most investments in scholarships and bursaries for its size in Canada, Trent believes in rewarding students’ academic achievements and in making university education as accessible as possible. Trent’s Renewable Entrance Scholarships are automatically awarded to students entering with an overall average of 80% or better. Trent Prestigious Scholarships: Available for Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Values range from $17,000 and $20,000, up to full tuition scholarship over four years. Deadline: March 31, 2012. www.trentu.ca/financialaid Global Citizens Scholarships: Available for international students. Values range up to full scholarships over four years. Deadline: February 15, 2012. www.trentu.ca/international/financesandscholarships.php Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Program Green and White Athletic Scholarships Awards: Athletic Financial Awards offered to entering student athletes who have achieved an academic average above 80%, and have been recruited for athletics skills and abilities. www.trentvarsity.ca/awards.php Trent University’s scholarships are awarded based on merit. Trent University’s bursaries are awarded based on documented financial need. Entrance Bursaries of $500 and $1,000 are granted to students entering postsecondary studies for the first time. Entrance Bursary applications are due June 15, 2013. An extensive in-course bursary and award program is available for students with additional financial need. In-course bursary applications are available starting in September. www.trentu.ca/financialaid Full Tuition Scholarship: Awarded to Canadian citizens and permanent residents entering their first year at Trent directly from a Canadian secondary school with a final admission average of 90% or higher. Full Tuition 90-100% $1500 Scholarship: 85-89% $1000 Scholarship: 80-84% All entrance scholarships are renewable annually. Full details on scholarship programs available at www.trentu.ca/financialaid WHAT’S NEW Programs: Journalism, Archaeology, Bachelor of Arts and Science, and Bachelor of Environmental Science/Studies Trent University Applicant Portal – find out your admission status and documents we have received on the portal. Visit www.trentu.ca/applicants to gain information on applying to Trent University. Connect with us on Facebook – Trent U Future Students: www.facebook.com/TrentUFutureStudents The new Trent Community Sport & Recreation Centre (TCSRC) at the Peterborough campus offers a state-of-the-art 28 ft high indoor climbing facility, North America’s most advanced indoor rowing/paddling tank, competitive squash courts, warm therapy pool, expanded therapy clinic offering on-site physiotherapy, rehabilitation, and sports health services. Contact Information for Students Contact Information for Counsellors Admissions Contact Learning Resources Contact & Website Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Mailing Address Faculties Student Population CONTACT INFORMATION http://www.twu.ca/undergraduate/ Brian Kerr Executive Director of Admissions Phone: 604.513.2019 Email: Brian.Kerr@twu.ca Phone: 604.513.2019 Toll Free: 1.888.468.6898 Email: admissions@twu.ca Dave Stinson Stinson@twu.ca Phone: 604.513.2031 Fax: 604.513.2159 E-mail: awards@twu.ca 7600 Glover Road Langley, BC Canada V2Y 1Y1 INSTITUTION INFORMATION School of Business School of Education School of Human Kinetics School of Nursing Aviation Studies School of Arts, Media + Culture Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences 2,500 Undergraduates 1,000 Graduates ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Basic Admissions Requirements General Admission Requirements: Students are required to graduate from high school or equivalent with a university preparatory program. This must include English 12 plus three additional Grade 12 academic subjects at a minimum overall average of 67%. A minimum grade of 60% or better is expected on the provincial examination portion of English 12. Math Requirements for Nursing program: Pre-Calculus 11 to replace Foundations of Math 11 Math Recommendations for Sciences and Business: Pre-Calculus 11/12 For more details please go to the following link: http://www.twu.ca/undergraduate/admissions/ Application Deadline Application Fee Can you apply online? February 28 Free Yes, at www.twu.ca/apply Reporting of Grades Interim marks for classes still in progress can be sent by fax, email, or dropped off personally with the university. However, an official sealed copy of the student’s transcript must be sent to the university no later than July 15. IB Credit Information TWU will award unlimited university credit to IB students who have scored a 4 or higher in Higher Level IB courses that are approved by the BC Transfer Guide in the IB/AP section at bctransferguide.ca TWU will award university credit for AP courses to students in which a minimum grade of 4 has been achieved. All AP courses with pre-approved TWU transfer equivalents are posted in the BC Transfer Guide at bctransferguide.ca. AP Credit Information English Proficiency Requirements TOEFL score of at least 570 (230 computer-based, or 88 Internet-based) and a Test of Written English (TWE) score of at least 5. International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score report as an alternative to TOEFL. A minimum score of 6.5 is required for admission. For more information on the IELTS test, visit www.ielts.org Canadian Academic English Language score as an alternative to the TOEFL or IELTS. A minimum score of 70 is required for admission, with no score lower than 60 for undergraduate admissions. For more information on the CAEL test, go to www.cael.ca RESIDENCE INFORMATION Residence Options Traditional dorm rooms are available in Douglas Hall, Fraser Hall, and the Northwest Building. Standard: $3,840 Economy: $3,340 Single room: $4,800 Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Program $200 Yes SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION 2979 aid packages given out in 2011/2012. $7.5 million given annually. Average package awarded was $5,200. February 28 Depends on the type of scholarship. GPA, Need-basis, artistic talent, athletic talent, etc. President's Scholarship (GPA of 90.0% +): $7,000 per year Provost's Scholarship (GPA of 85.0% to 89.9%): $5,000 per year Dean's Scholarship (GPA of 73.0% to 84.9%): $3,000 per year Entrance Award (GPA of 65.0% to 72.9%): $2,000 per year WHAT’S NEW Student Aid Calculator https://twu.studentaidcalculator.com/welcome.aspx www.ualberta.ca CONTACT INFORMATION National Recruitment Office Phone: 780.492.1956 (Toll free: 1.855.492.1956) Email: chat@ualberta.ca Website: www.admission.ualberta.ca Contact Information National Recruitment Office Kelty Heck, National Recruitment Coordinator for Counsellors Phone: 780.492.8544 Email: counsellor@ualberta.ca Website: www.ualberta.ca/counsellor Admissions Contact See ‘Contact Information for Students’ above Learning Resources Email: ssdsrec@ualberta.ca Telephone: 780 492 3381 Website: www.ssds.ualberta.ca Contact & Website Scholarships and Awards Email: awards@ualberta.ca Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Website: www.ualberta.ca/awards Financial Aid Email: sfaic@su.ualberta.ca Website: www.su.ualberta.ca/services/sfaic/ University of Alberta Mailing Address 105 Administration Building Edmonton, AB T6G 2M7 INSTITUTION INFORMATION Contact Information for Students Faculties Student Population Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences, Arts, Augustana Campus, Business, Campus Saint-Jean, Education, Engineering, Law, Medicine and Dentistry, Native Studies, Nursing, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Physical Education and Recreation, Science, Rehabilitation Medicine Graduate Studies 38000 ADMISSIONS INFORMATION The U of A requires 5 academic subjects (vary by program) for Basic Admissions admission into our direct-entry programs. Please see pages 31- 41 in Requirements our Undergraduate Viewbook for details, or go to www.admissions.ualberta.ca. Admission is non-competitive; if a student completes the 5 required courses and meets the minimum average for their program of choice, they are guaranteed a spot. Averages for direct-entry programs range from 70% to 83%. Minimum Admissions Varies by program. Please go to www.admission.ualberta.ca for a complete listing of averages required by program. Average Application Deadline May 1, 2013 for all direct-entry programs. Professional program application deadlines will vary. See our website for additional information. Application Fee $115 Can you apply online? Reporting of Grades Yes! www.ualberta.ca/apply IB Credit Information AP Credit Information English Proficiency Requirements For Early Admission, students can self report grades on their application, or email them (after applying) to chat@ualberta.ca. For Final admission, the U of A requires transcripts. Information is available on the transfer credit table for transfer credit if students receive a 6 or 7 in their IB courses. Students can contact ibstudent@ualberta.ca for questions, or go to www.ualberta.ca/ib for further information. Information is available on the transfer credit table for students who score a 4 or 5 on their AP exams. Students can contact apstudent@ualberta.ca for questions, or visit www.ualberta.ca/ap The U of A accepts IELTS, TOEFL, CAEL, and many more. For information on other acceptable tests, and scores required for ELP, please visit http://www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/StudyAtUAlberta/Undergraduate/E nglishLanguageProficiency.aspx. We offer a bridging program to students who fall just below the ELP Requirements: please visit http://www.studyincanada.ualberta.ca/StudyAtUAlberta/BridgingProgram .aspx for more information. RESIDENCE INFORMATION Residence Options Residence Saint-Jean for French speaking students, Augustana Residence for students studying at Augustana Campus in Camrose, and a few different residences on North Campus in Edmonton (Lister is the preferred first year residence). More information can be found at: http://www.residence.ualberta.ca/ Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee August 30th is the deadline to apply for a guaranteed spot in Lister centre. First year students studying at Augustana will be guaranteed a spot in residence. To apply to any of our residences, there is a $175 application fee. Can You Apply Online? Yes! The online application can be found at http://www.residence.ualberta.ca/ApplyforResidence.aspx SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Many awards available, visit www.ualberta.ca/awards for more information. The U of A offers over 25 million dollars in scholarships to students every year! The academic excellence scholarship is automatic consideration, so when a student applies, they will automatically be considered. Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Scholarships with Visit www.ualberta.ca/awards for specific deadline information. Separate Deadlines Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Program Every award is different. Visit www.ualberta.ca/awards for information on other awards. See decision criteria. WHAT’S NEW The U of A now offers planning degrees through the Faculty of Arts (BA) and Science (BSc), for students interested in city, town, and region development. New degree program- Bachelor of Science in Radiation Therapy for Fall 2013! www.ucalgary.ca Contact Information for Students: Contact Information for Counsellors: Admissions Contact: Learning Resources Contact & Website Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact: Mailing Address: Faculties: Student Population: Basic Admissions Requirements: CONTACT INFORMATION Phone: 1-403-210-7625 Fax: 1-403-220-0762 Email: future.students@ucalgary.ca Jill MacBeath, Associate Director of Recruitment (Acting) jill.macbeath@ucalgary.ca Phone: 403-220-6912 Elaine Wong, Director of Admissions elwong@ucalgary.ca Phone: 403-220-3827 Disability Resource Centre (DRC) drc@ucalgary.ca Phone: 403-210-1063 Claudia Barrett, Associate Director of Student Awards and Financial Aid cbarrett@ucalgary.ca Phone: 403-220-6916 MLB117, 2500 University Drive NW Calgary, Alberta T2N 1N4 INSTITUTION INFORMATION Arts, Commerce, Engineering, Kinesiology, Nursing, Science, Social Work, Education, Graduate Studies, Environmental Design, Law, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine Approximately 24,500 undergraduate students ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Five grade 12 subjects, one of which must be English 12. Pre-Calculus Math 12 (or Principles of Math 12) is required for most (not all) programs, as well as two other academic subjects and one elective. See the 2013 viewbook pages 54-55 for specific requirements and a list of the courses we accept from BC students, or ucalgary.ca/admissions/viewbook Please note that the courses indicated on the attached Approved Courses List may not be acceptable for all programs. Accepts other 4 credit courses or a combination of two non-academic two credit courses to satisfy our 'Group D' option. Minimum Admissions Average: Application Deadline: Application Fee: Can you apply online? Reporting of Grades Competitive averages vary depending on program, and range from approximately 75% (most Arts programs) to 92% (neuroscience). A final average is calculated using five subjects required for admission. Previous years’ averages are available on the admissions website ucalgary.ca/admissions and in our viewbook. April 1 - Deadline to apply for most programs for Fall 2013 May 1 – Final deadline to apply for Fall 2013 $115 for students with Canadian high school credentials. ($145 for students with international credentials. Yes! Students must apply online at ucalgary.ca/admissions Students “self report” all grades on their application to obtain a conditional offer of admission; final offers are based on official final transcripts, which we receive electronically from the BC Ministry of Education IB and AP Credit Information English Proficiency Requirements Please visit ucalgary.ca/admissions/ibmatters or ucalgary.ca/admission/ap or contact future.students@ucalgary.ca Detailed and program specific requirements at www.ucalgary.ca/admissions/elp; general requirements are: TOEFL: 83 (iBT), 560 (paper) CAEL: 70 IELTS: 7.0 MELAB: 85 PTE: 59 We offer English for Academic Purposes, both on its own and in conjunction with admission to a degree program. For more information, please visit www.ucalgary.ca/elp RESIDENCE INFORMATION Residence Options Residence App Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? Number of Scholarships Available: Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline: Scholarships with Separate Deadlines: Decision Criteria: Guaranteed Scholarship Program: Single and double rooms in traditional residence. April 30, 2013 for guaranteed residence. Students must pay a $50 non-refundable application fee. Once accepted, students pay a $1000 advance payment, which is deducted from the total amount owed in residence fees. The advance payment is non-refundable unless a student is declined admission to the U of C. Application is available at ucalgary.ca/residence SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Over $12 million in undergraduate scholarships including: - Chancellor Club Scholarships valued at $40,000 (over 4 years) - Schulich School of Engineering Awards valued up to $56,000 (over 3 years) - Hundreds of Entrance Awards ranging from $500- $10,000 The deadline for the Chancellor Club Scholarships and Schulich School of Engineering Awards is December 15, 2012. April 1, 2013 for Entrance Awards. One application will enter students in competition for hundreds of awards. Each Entrance Award has its own qualifying criteria. Please visit ucalgary.ca/studentfinance for more information. Automatic Admissions Scholarships are based on final admissions averages: 95% + - $2,500 90%-94.9% - $2,000 85-89.9% - $1,250 80%-84.9% - $500 The awards for students with a 90% + average are renewable in their second year. No application is required. WHAT’S NEW Eyes High is the UofC’s new strategic direction, a bold and ambitious vision to become one of Canada’s top five research universities, by our 50th anniversary in 2016. The UofC has a renewed focus on the Student Experience and has recently opened the Office of Leadership and Student Engagement and appointed a Vice-Provost, Student Experience. The UofC is also refocused on Teaching and Learning having recently appointed a Vice Provost in the portfolio, who will lead the implementation of the Integrated Framework for Teaching & Learning. The Common Reading Program (CRP) is back for another year, with “Bitter Medicine: A Graphic Memoir of Mental Illness.” Find our more at http://www.ucalgary.ca/orientation/undergrad/crp. The University of Calgary Society of Young Researchers was launched this year, with the goal of introducing like-minded students involved in research to each other and building a network of innovative thinkers. Web: ufv.ca Contact Information for Students and Counsellors CONTACT INFORMATION Daniel Goertz: Recruitment Coordinator daniel.goertz@ufv.ca 604-854-4557 Holly Zonneveld: Recruitment holly.zonneveld@ufv.ca 604-557-4088 Admissions Contact Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Mailing Address Faculties Student Population Basic Admissions Requirements Application Deadline Application Fee Can you apply online? Reporting of Grades IB and IB Credit Information English Proficiency Requirements General Inquiries: info@ufv.ca reginfo@ufv.ca ufv.ca/ar 604-854-4501 finaid@ufv.ca ufv.ca/fineaid 604-864-4601 33844 King Rd. Abbotsford, BC V2S 7M8 INSTITUTION INFORMATION College of Arts (Faculty of Humanities, Faculty of Social Sciences), Faculty of Science, Faculty of Professional Studies, Faculty of Health Sciences, Faculty of Graduate Studies, Faculty of Trades, Faculty of Access and Open Studies Over 16,000 ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Varies depending on program. For information on all of our program entrance requirements check out the Academic Calendar at ufv.ca/calendar January 31 is the early admissions cutoff $45 Yes – ufv.ca Self-reporting from March 1-31. Students must arrange to have final grades sent electronically from Ministry of Education. Check out the BC transfer guide to see how individual IB and AP courses transfer to UFV. Feel free to contact Daniel or Holly if you have any questions. 1. English 12 or English Literature 12 with a final grade of C+ 2. UFV CMNS 099 or ENGL 099 with a grade of C or better 3. UFV ENGL 081 or 091 with a grade of C+ or better 4. UFV ESL WG84 with a grade of C+ or better; success in previous university transferable English or Communications course 5. CPT score of 48 or better continued on page 2 6. LPI score of 30/40 or level 5 or better in the essay section 7. TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 570 or better (or 230 if computer-based score), plus a minimum TWE or essay score of 4.0; or IBT score of 88 8. MELAB (Michigan English Language Assessment Battery) score of at least 85 9. CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language) score of at least 70 10.CanTEST score of at least 4.5 in both Listening and Reading and a score of 4.0 in Writing 11.Cambridge Proficiency Examination – competence level of C 12.IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score of at least 6.5 with no band below 6.0 13.Accuplacer Reading comprehension score of 80 or better, together with Accuplacer WritePlacer score of 6 or better on the 8-point scale 14. UFV’s University Foundation certificate program Residence Options RESIDENCE INFORMATION Baker House (Abbotsford Campus residence) Facts: Two students will share each suite 102 suites with 204 separate, locking bedrooms Fully furnished with bed, nightstand, dresser, desk, and desk chair Shared living area (with microwave, mini-fridge, kitchen table, and chairs) Bathroom shared with just one roommate Shared common room on each floor with cable TV Shared study room on each floor Internet connection in bedrooms, common areas, and study space Fully equipped communal kitchen on first floor Laundry rooms on 2nd, 3rd and 4th floors We reserve 60% of our beds for first-year domestic students, 25% for international students, and 15% for second, third, and fourth year students Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Decision Criteria Applications start on January 15th for the following Fall semester $500.00 Yes: http://www.ufv.ca/Residence.htm SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Approximately 35 entrance scholarships Bursaries are also available April 1 The selection of recipients for these awards will be based on factors such as academic excellence, community/school involvement, volunteer experience, and leadership endeavors. WHAT’S NEW Brand New Canada Education Park campus in Chilliwack will replace the existing Chilliwack campus and will offer its first classes in the fall 2012 semester. This campus features our Health Science programs such as Kinesiology and Nursing as well as selections from other University programs including a theatre performance space. CHANGING LIVES. IMPROVING LIFE. CONTACT INFORMATION Contact Information for Students & Counsellors Admissions Contact Learning Resources Contact & Website Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Mailing Address Faculties Student Population Basic Admissions Requirements Minimum Admissions Average Application Deadline Application Fee Can you apply online? Reporting of Grades IB Credit Information Joel Harnest (remainder of 2012) Liaison Officer – National and Transfer Recruitment jharnest@registrar.uoguelph.ca 519.824.4120 ext. 56056 Nicole Gazzola (as of January, 2013) Liaison Officer – National and Transfer Recruitment ngazzola@registrar.uoguelph.ca 519.824.4120 ext. 56056 Janette Hogan Assistant Registrar – Admission Services jhogan@registrar.uoguelph.ca 519.824.4120 ext. 58529 www.uoguelph.ca/csd Centre for Students with Disabilities – Barry Wheeler bwheeler@uoguelph.ca; 519.824.4120 ext. 56416 Scholarships – Monica Bertolo mbertolo@registrar.uoguelph.ca 519.824.4120 ext. 56032 Financial Aid – Debbie Mair dmair@registrar.uoguelph.ca 519.824.4120 ext. 56029 www.uoguelph.ca/registrar/studentfinance Admission Services University of Guelph 50 Stone Road East Guelph, ON N1G 2W1 INSTITUTION INFORMATION Guelph is consistently ranked as one of Canada’s top comprehensive and research universities. We offer 12 degree programs and over 80 majors, as well as various diploma programs through our main and regional campuses. The undergraduate population is 18 316 (with an overall population of 22 400). ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Grade 12, including 4 acceptable academic Grade 12 courses. For a complete list of acceptable courses, visit admission.uoguelph.ca/outofprov 75% to be considered; students between 70 and 74.9% can still apply, but must submit a Student profile Form (admission.uoguelph.ca/spf) Apply by March 1, 2013 (January 16th, 2013 to be considered for early offers of admission) **April 15, 2013 – official transcript deadline** $130 for initial 3 university/program choices and $44 for each additional university/program choice. All applications must be done online at www.ouac.on.ca Guidance counsellors can upload grade data to OUAC; official and sealed transcripts may also be submitted via mail or fax, or from a guidance counsellor’s e-mail. Students should not be self-submitting any grade data. IB students should present a minimum score of 28 to be considered for admission. Reported bonus points will be taken into consideration. Applicants should complete the diploma with 3 higher level and 3 standard level courses. Transfer credit may be given for higher level courses with AP Credit Information English Proficiency Requirements Residence Options Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Scholarships with Separate Deadlines Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Program grades of 5.0 or better to a maximum of 2.0 credits (for diploma and certificate students). Applicants who have completed AP Exams with a minimum grade of 4 will be eligible to receive credit to a maximum of 2.0 credits. IELTS: 6.5, with no band less than 6 CAEL: Overall band score of 70 TOEFL: Internet-based score of 89 (no score less than 21); computerbased score of 250; paper-based score of 600. Institution code: 0892 MELAB: 85 (composition score of 83, oral score of 3) PTE: 60 overall (no individual score lower than 60) RESIDENCE INFORMATION Guelph is a residentially-intensive university, with over 5,000 students living on campus. We have more than 14 residences to choose from, including traditional dorm style, apartment style and townhouse living. We also offer Academic Clusters, Living Learning Centres and Themed Living Communities. www.housing.uoguelph.ca Many of our residences require a meal plan, which is something to look forward to since Guelph has been ranked as having the best campus food in Canada, for 8 years in a row! www.hospitality.uoguelph.ca June 3, 2013 11:59 PM EDT Including $500 deposit $500.00 www.housing.uoguelph.ca SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION In 2011-2012, we awarded merit- and needs-based awards totaling $15.3M to 6,800 undergraduate students. Entrance Financial Needs Assessment Form: April 15th, 2013 President’s and Chancellors’ Scholarships (worth $32,000 each) student application: January 25th, 2013 Dependent on scholarship or bursary; visit www.uoguelph.ca/registrar/studentfinance to access our Scholarship Search Engine Guaranteed entrance awards awarded to students based on academic excellence starting at $2,000 WHAT’S NEW The School of Engineering is continuing with its exciting expansion strategy that will see a doubling in student enrollment and faculty in the coming years. The growth is originating from three key areas: recently introduced Mechanical, Biomedical and Computer Engineering programs, increased enrollment in existing undergraduate and graduate programs and expanding fields of research especially in areas related to sustainability and innovation Our Accounting major, within the Bachelor of Commerce degree, now offers co-op! First Year Seminars (FYS) are back! Created exclusively for first-year students to help with the transition to university learning and provide them with interactive research-intensive, learnercentred, small group sessions, FYS will be taught by some of our most dynamic faculty and staff. Our Athletics facilities are undergoing renovations worth over $100M! New state of the art turf fields, track and varsity stadium allow our Gryphons – varsity and recreational alike – to excel in football, soccer, rugby, ultimate frisbee and more. Contact Information for Students and Counsellors Admissions Contact Learning Resources Contact & Website Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact CONTACT INFORMATION Brandon McNeice- Assistant Registrar- Recruitment (902) 422-1272 ext. 263 Brandon.mcneice@ukings.ca Terra Bruhm- Assistant Registrar- Admissions and Academic Services (902) 422-1271 ext. 123 Terra.bruhm@ukings.ca King’s students have access to support services at Dalhousie University. http://www.dal.ca/campus_life/student_services/academic-support.html Christina Warren- Assistant Registrar- Awards and Information Management (902) 422-1271 ext. 193, Christina.warren@ukings.ca Mailing Address Faculties Student Population Basic Admissions Requirements Minimum Admissions Average Application Deadline Application Fee Can you apply onlin e? 6350 Coburg Rd., Halifax, NS B3H 2A1 Website: www.ukings.ca INSTITUTION INFORMATION Arts and Social Science, Science, Music and Journalism 1,300 ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Bachelor of Arts (BA): English 12- minimum 70% 4 other grade 12 academic classes- no grades below 60% Bachelor of Science (BSc): English 12- minimum of 70% Principles of Math 12 or Calculus 12- minimum 70% 3 other grade 12 academic classes- no grade below 60% Bachelor of Music (BMus): Same academic requirement as BA Demonstrate proficiency as an instrumentalist/ vocal performer in and audition/interview and demonstrate knowledge of the basic requirements of music theory and aural dictation. Bachelor of Journalism-Honours (BJH): Same academic requirements as BA 1,000 word autobiographical essay Up to three letters of reference (optional) 70% (minimum 70% in English for all applicants; minimum 70% in math for Bachelor of Science applicants). King’s Programmes are limited enrolment; possession of minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. December 31st (Early fall deadline) March 1st (Scholarship deadline) June 1st (Final deadline for all programs) We recommend all students interested in FYP apply by the March 1st deadline as FYP is limited enrolment. $65 Yes. Our online application is shared with Dalhousie and can be found on the main page of our website at www.ukings.ca Reporting of Grades IB Credit Information AP Credit Information English Proficiency Requirements Residence Options Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Scholarships with Separate Deadlines Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Program Students applying for early fall admission must self report their grade 11 grades and provide a list of grade 12 classes. Once midterm or first semester grade 12 finals become available, students must submit an official transcript for scholarship consideration. Students applying by the March 1st deadline must submit a copy of their midterm grades or their first semester, grade 12 finals. To be eligible for admission, students who complete the full Diploma must receive a minimum of 26 points in addition to meeting the minimum admission requirements for their program. IB students who have completed Higher Level subjects with a result of 5, 6 or 7 may be eligible for university credit. We also offer a second year credit to Theory of Knowledge students who receive a C or better. Students may be eligible for university credit for AP courses in which a national exam result of 4 or 5 is achieved. TOEFL of 90 on iBT (or 237 on the computer-based test, 580 on the paperbased-test), MELAB (81), or IELTS (6.5) RESIDENCE INFORMATION 274 beds in total; 62 of these are in single rooms. Students have the choice between co-ed, all female or all male. Alexandra Hall has traditional dorm style single and double rooms, while ‘The Bays” are either semi-private or single rooms. Students can apply online once they have been admitted to King’s. Residence spaces are not guaranteed and are considered on a first-come, first-served basis. As a result, there is no deadline. Residence application fee: $50 $400 non-refundable deposit to secure place in residence Yes. The application can be found on the main page of our website www.ukings.ca. SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Entrance scholarships range from $1000 to $9000 and are typically awarded for one year only. King’s provides a strong in course programme. Awards range from $1000 to $6000 for students in their upper years. Students with a GPA of 3.7 or better are considered. March 1st, 2011 Please visit www.ukings.ca/scholarships-financial-aid for information on other awards which require a separate application, including the Harrison McCain Scholar-Bursary, the Dr. Carrie Best Award and our Entrance Bursaries. All students who have an admission average of at least 88% and who have submitted three copies of an academic essay (signed by a teacher) will be considered for entrance scholarships. The essay submission should be a piece of analytical writing that was completed for a senior level class. Students typically submit an essay written for an English, History, Philosophy or Political Science class. King’s does not offer a guaranteed scholarship program. WHAT’S NEW King’s is happy to announce the launch of its new Master of Journalism Program in conjunction with Dalhousie University. This 10 month programme offers three streams (Investigative Reporting, Narrative Non Fiction and New Ventures) and is open to students with a Bachelor of Journalism degree. For more information visit http://www.ukings.ca/master-journalism. Enrolment Services 424 University Centre Winnipeg, MB | R3T 2N2 Fax: 204-474-7554 CONTACT INFORMATION Contact Information for students and counselors Admissions: Student Recruitment Officer: Kelly Teixeira, ph: 204-474-8929 email: Kelly_Teixeira@umanitoba.ca Toll free in North America 1-800-432-1960 (ext. 8808), 204-474-8808; admissions@umanitoba.ca Financial Aid & Awards: 204-474-9531; Fax: 204-474-7543; awards@umanitoba.ca Scholarships: Awards Selection Coordinator: Lesli Lucas-Aseltine ph: 204-474-9533, email: Lesli_Lucas-aseltine@umaniotba.ca Transfer Credit Evaluations: Jeff Huston, ph 204-474-7943 email: Jeff_Huston@umanitoba.ca Student Recruitment Events Coordinator: Kyle Lougheed, ph: 474-8806 email: Student_Recruitment@umanitoba.ca umanitoba.ca IB & AP Credit Transfer: Campus Tours: Website Address: INSTITUTION INFORMATION Student Population: Faculties, Programs & Schools: Over 28,000 students (approx. 24,000 Undergraduate and 3,500 Graduate) approx. 10% of our population consists of international students University 1, Agricultural and Food Sciences, Architecture, Arts, Business, Dental Hygiene, Dentistry, Education, Engineering, Environment, Earth and Resources, Fine Arts, Human Ecology, Kinesiology and Recreation Management, Law, Medical Rehabilitation, Medicine, Music, Nursing, Pharmacy, Science and Social Work ADMISSION INFORMATION FOR: British Columbia Basic Admissions Requirements: BC Provincial Exam Policy: Minimum Admissions Average: Application Deadlines (2012-2013) : Application Fee: Can You Apply Online? Reporting of Grades AP & IB Credit Information High school graduation in a university entrance program with a minimum average of 60% over four grade 12 courses including a minimum average of 70% over the top three grade 12 university preparatory courses, and a minimum final grade of 60% in grade 12 English. BC provincial exams are not required to be considered for admission. If a student chooses to write a provincial exam, the blended final percentage will be considered. 70% for University 1 (first year program). Most faculties require minimum marks in University 1 in order to apply. Advanced Early Admission: December 1st, 2012* Early Admission: February 22nd, 2013* (Music: January 15; Fine Arts: March 15) Final Admission: May 1st, 2013* (August 15th, 2013 for University 1) *most programs Canadian students: $80 for all direct entry programs. International students: $110 all direct entry programs. umanitoba.ca/applynow Students are required to request official transcripts from the Ministry of Education be couriered to the Admissions Office. AP & IB min. grade of a 4 is required for university transfer credit (though some departments may stipulate a higher score). There is no maximum of allowable credits. RESIDENCE INFORMATION Residence Options: There are 6 on campus residences available with room for over 1,300 students. Furnished single or double rooms available, including different meal plan options. See website for virtual tours and room photos. Residence Application Deadline: Can You Apply Online? Room Deposit Fee: No deadline; offered on a first come first served. Applications can be sent in anytime, even before you have received notice that you have been admitted. For questions please contact residence@umanitoba.ca Yes; applications can also be downloaded from our website umanitoba.ca/student/housing $50 SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Website Address for Scholarship Information: umanitoba.ca/student/awards/ Number of Scholarships Available: Last year, the University of Manitoba awarded over 1.5 million dollars in scholarships to incoming grade 12 students. Each year over $13 million goes towards students in the form of awards, scholarships, and bursaries. February 22nd, 2013 admission application deadline for Canadian Students. Students are automatically assessed for most scholarships following application for admission. 95%- 100%: $2000 92.5%- 94.9%: $1700 90%- 92.4%: $1400 87.5%- 89.9%: $1100 85%- 87.4%: $800 $150 award for each AP result of 4; $250 award for each AP result of 5 (For additional criteria, please visit the above mentioned website) $150 award for each IB result of 5 on higher level papers $250 award for each IB result of 7 on standard level papers or 6 on higher level papers; $250 award for each IB result of 7 on higher level papers (For additional criteria, please visit the above mentioned website) Please see the Financial Aid and Awards Office website (above) for further information. Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline: Guaranteed Scholarship Program (Merit Based): AP Credit Scholarships IB Credit Scholarships Scholarships with Separate Deadlines & Criteria: WHAT’S NEW Two new Direct Entry Program options have been added to the available entry options for first year students. Most students will continue to enter through University 1 - a unique direct entry approach to first year university, creating a solid foundation for student success. U1 is designed to help students find a direction that fits their interest and abilities, where they have access to the first year courses for nearly all of U of M programs. With support along the way, it helps prepare students for the remainder of their studies – without adding extra time to their degree. Students can now enter directly into University 1 or one of the following programs: Agricultural & Food Sciences Arts Dental Hygiene Engineering Environment, Earth & Resources Fine Arts General Studies Human Ecology Kinesiology & Recreation Management Music Science The new Pembina Hall Residence blends contemporary styling with innovating design. It is designed to meet the needs of today’s students, offering 360 single rooms, private bathrooms and wireless internet throughout the building. U of M alumni, Desiree Scott was in the starting lineup for Canada's women's soccer team at the London 2012 Summer Olympics when they captured the Olympic bronze medal. Contact Information for Students Contact Information for Counsellors Admissions Contact Learning Resources Contact & Website Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Mailing Address Faculties Student Population Basic Admissions Requirements Minimum Admissions Average Application Deadline Application Fee Can you apply online? CONTACT INFORMATION Barb Day or Jessica Fullarton, Liaison Offiver – 416-550-6371 or jstotesb@unb.ca or Barbara.day@unb.ca. Toll Free – 1-877-753-6763. Cory Brown – Manager, Canadian Recruitment – 506-648-5979 or cory@unb.ca. Toll Free – 1-877-753-6763 Wahkuna Lisik – Associate Registrar – 506-648-5672 or wlisik@unb.ca. Toll Free 1-877-753-6763 www.unb.ca/futurestudents Kathy Waugh, Associate Registrar – 506-453-4894 or kwaugh@unb.ca www.unb.ca/scholarships 100 Tucker Park Road, Saint John, NB, E2M 4E1 INSTITUTION INFORMATION Arts, Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Environmental Management, Kinesiology, Nursing and Health Sciences, Science, Renaissance College, Law 10500 (undergrads) ADMISSIONS INFORMATION unb.ca/futurestudents Please refer to unb.ca/futurestudents as admissions averages vary widely from faculty to faculty March 31st. $55 apply.unb.ca Reporting of Grades Official transcript IB Credit Information AP Credit Information Most courses accepted and some bonus courses granted. Minimum scores are required. Please contact Wahkuna LIsik with questions at 506648-5672 or Toll Free 1-877-753-6763 Please see above English Proficiency Requirements Please contact Wahkuna Lisik with specific questions as requirements vary. 506-648-5672 or Toll Free 1-877-753-6763 Residence Options Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Scholarships with Separate Deadlines Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Program RESIDENCE INFORMATION Co-ed and non-coed are available. March 31st. $300 Apply.unb.ca SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION $6 Million aprox March 1st Primrose Scholarship, March 15th Mainly academic, please see unb.ca/scholarships for exceptions Yes, 80% and above WHAT’S NEW The Currie Center is now open, it is one of the most innovative and modern athletic facilities in Canada. The Hans W. Klohn University Commons is now open, one of the most modern and unique libraries in Canada. www.unbc.ca Contact Information for Students: Contact Information for Counsellors: Admissions Contact: Scholarship and Financial Aid Contact: Mailing Address: Faculties: Student Population: Basic Admission Requirements: Minimum Admissions Average: Application Deadline: Application Fee: Can you apply online? Reporting of Grades CONTACT INFORMATION Phone : 1-250- 960-6306 Fax: 250-960-5280 Email : unbc4u@unbc.ca As above &/or: Claudette Gouger, Manager of Student Recruitment and Advising cgouger@unbc.ca Phone: 1-250-960-6306 Anita Gill Admissions Officer Email: admissions-info@unbc.ca Awards & Financial Aid Tel: (250) 960-6319 Fax: (250) 960-5604 E-mail: awards@unbc.ca Online: www.unbc.ca/finaid 3333 University Way Prince George, BC V2N 4Z9 CANADA INSTITUTION INFORMATION Applied Sciences , Arts, Commerce, Education, Fine Arts, Health Sciences, Nursing, Planning, Science, Social Work Approximately 4,266 (Full & Part Time, Undergraduate & Graduate) ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Admission to the Arts, Science, Commerce and Planning programs are based on successful completion of graduation requirements including English 12, 3 “approved” grade 12 courses and a fifth grade 12 course. Admission requirements for competitive entry programs vary. See www.unbc.ca/whyunbc for a complete admissions list including professional programs, approved grade 12 courses and recommended prerequisites. The minimum average to apply for Arts, Sciences, Commerce and Planning is 65%. The minimum average for competitive programs range is approximately 65% - 75%. Meeting the minimum average for competitive entry programs does not guarantee admission. A final average is calculated using the subjects required for admission. March 1 – Deadline to apply for September 2013 semester November 1 –Deadline to apply January 2014 semester Competitive and Professional Programs deadlines vary, visit www.unbc.ca/admissions for more details Note: Admissions deadlines are subject to change and are often extended. $35 for Canadian & Permanent Resident applicants $75 for International applicants Yes - Students can apply online by visiting: www.unbc.ca/apply Students can self report their grades online when applying. Students who selfreport their grades are eligible for provisional admission. IB Credit Information AP Credit Information Residence Options: Residence Application Deadlines: Room Deposit Fee: Can you apply online? Students who are awarded an International Baccalaureate Diploma may be awarded up to 30 credit hours of transfer credit upon receipt of the official transcript from the International Baccalaureate headquarters. A minimum overall score of 24 is required with 3 higher lever subjects and 3 subsidiary subjects with no course below a 3 and an overall diploma standing of 4. A list of acceptable AP courses is available in the BC Transfer Guide, www.bctransferguide.ca Students who take the College Board AP courses in high school may be awarded transfer credit upon receipt of the official exam results from the College Board. Courses completed with a grade of four or above will be awarded transfer credit. A list of acceptable AP courses is available in the BC Transfer Guide, www.bctransferguide.ca RESIDENCE INFORMATION Apartment style living with fully furnished rooms, full kitchen, internet, individual phone lines and cable television. Optional meal plan available. We encourage students to apply early as space is limited. New and returning students are encourgaged to apply before: March 31, 2013 for Fall 2013 and Winder 2014 semesters. Students must pay a non-refundable $25 application fee. Once accepted students pay a $400 confirmation fee, which is deducted from the total amount owed in residence fees. Online applications are available at www.unbc.ca/housing SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Approximately 100, over 3 million awarded per year. 1 in 6 students at UNBC receives an award on average. Information and the online application can be found online at www.unbc.ca/finaid Early Admissions Awards – students must apply to UNBC before the early application deadline of December 15thto be eligible for early admission awards. Leadership Award – December 15th General UNBC Awards – March 1st Varies by award, criteria includes: admission average, academic excellence, financial need and leadership. www.unbc.ca/finaid WHAT’S NEW UNBC Offers Students Admission on the Spot! Students can now apply for admissions on the spot during a school visitor fair. In order to be assessed for early admissions into Arts, Commerce, Planning or Sciences, all students need to do is fill out an application form with a Student Recruitment Officer while they are on site. Students who apply “on the spot” will have their $35 application fee waived. Number of Scholarships Available: Entrance Scholarship Application Deadlines: Decision Criteria: Blogger Contest: We are hosting a contest to find UNBC’s next video blogger. The winner will be awarded free tuition, a technology package, and tickets to a host of experiences, events and attractions in Northern BC. Please see the back of the UNBC Prospective Student Handbook for full details! Champion Timberwolves! In its last year as members of the PacWest Athletic Association both the Men’s and Women’s basketball teams took home the provincial championships. The UNBC Timberwolves basketball and soccer teams will be joining the Canada West conference of Canadian Intervarsity Sport (CIS) for the Fall 2012 season. www.uregina.ca/futurestudents CONTACT INFORMATION Contact Information for Students, Counsellors & Admissions Inquiries Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Learning Resources Contact & Website Mailing Address Phil Ollenberg, Enrolment Counsellor (BC Region) Direct: 306-585-5254 Toll-Free: 800-644-4756 Email: Phil.Ollenberg@uregina.ca Student Awards & Financial Aid Phone: 306-585-5556 Email: scholarships@uregina.ca Web: www.uregina.ca/awards Centre for Student Accessibility Phone: 306-585-4631 Email: accessibility@uregina.ca Web: www.uregina.ca/student/support University of Regina Enrolment Services 3737 Wascana Parkway Fax: 306-585-5686 Regina SK S4S 0A2 Email: recruit@uregina.ca INSTITUTION INFORMATION Faculties Student Population Ten faculties: Arts, Business Administration, Education, Engineering & Applied Science, Fine Arts, Graduate Studies & Research, Kinesiology & Health Studies, Nursing, Science, Social Work 13,000 Basic Admissions Requirements Early Conditional Admission for Current High School Students is based upon a selection of five (5) approved Grade 11/12 courses: ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Business, Engineering, Kinesiology, Nursing & Science 1. One English/French Language Arts 2. One academic math course 3. One academic math/science course (see “List A” at uofr.me/HS-EC) 4. One academic course (see “List B” at uofr.me/HS-EC) Arts, Education, Fine Arts & Social Work 1. One English/French Language Arts 2. One academic math/science course (see “List A” at uofr.me/HS-EC) 3. One academic course (see “List B” at uofr.me/HS-EC) 4. Two List A or List B courses 5. One List A or List B course Minimum Admissions Average For final admission requirements, visit uofr.me/HS-final 65.0%: Arts, Business1, Education2, Fine Arts3, Kinesiology1, Science, Social Work1 70.0%: Engineering, Nursing2 1 Application Deadline Application Fee Can you apply online? Reporting of Grades 20 Jul 2012 Qualifying/Entrance Program 2 Competitive-entry 3 Audition/portfolio required for some programs 15 February 2013: Faculty of Nursing Application Deadline 1 March 2013: Faculty of Education Application Deadline 15 March 2013: Priority Admissions Deadline 1 August 2013: Final Application Deadline $100 – one-time, non-refundable undergraduate application fee Yes – www.uregina.ca/futurestudents In-progress high school transcripts can be submitted to Enrolment Services by fax, email, mail, or in-person. Final high school transcripts must be an original transcript submitted by mail or in-person. IB Credit Information (International baccalaureate) AP Credit Information (Advanced Placement) English Proficiency Requirements Higher Level courses with a grade of 5 or higher will be considered for transfer credit. Transfer credit is not assigned a grade. Details: uofr.me/IB-Info A grade of 4 or higher on an AP exam will be considered for transfer credit. Transfer credit is not assigned a grade. Details: uofr.me/AP-Info All applicants must demonstrate appropriate English proficiency. Details on requirements, examinations and our ESL Program at: uofr.me/AdmissELP. RESIDENCE INFORMATION Residence Options Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? 1,200 student residence spaces on-campus, all private bedrooms in dormitory, apartment, and studio style rooms with modern amenities: North & South Residence: Dormitories, apartments, and studios College West: Apartments La Résidence: Dormitories Luther College, a federated college of the University of Regina, also offers a dormitory-style residence. More details at www.luthercollege.edu/university. 1 June 2013 $50 application fee Confirmation Fee: $200 Damage Deposit: $200 Yes – www.uregina.ca/residences SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Program 4,380 15 March 2013 Non-automatic entrance awards are selected by a review committee based on the individual award criteria. Entrance Scholarship for Out-of-Province High School Applicants: $1,000 for students with an entrance average of 85.0-89.99% $2,000 for students with an entrance average of 90.0-94.99% $3,000 for students with an entrance average of 95.0%+ Circle of Scholars Award (British Columbia & Alberta Region): Up to $20,000 over four years for the highest entrance average Full details on our awards and scholarships at www.uregina.ca/awards. WHAT’S NEW Co-operative Education & Work Experience: Our students earned $8.3 million through co-op education placements last year, available in over 50 programs across Business, Engineering, Arts and Science. Work experience and placements are available in virtually every program. Saskatchewan is one of North America’s leading job markets! www.uregina.ca/careercentre UR Gap Year Program: Students entering most programs at the University of Regina can choose to defer their offer of admission and automatic entrance scholarships for up to one year, taking an opportunity to travel, volunteer, or gain work experience. Full details at uofr.me/GapYearProg. Federated Colleges UR Guarantee: Build the academic, professional, and career skills you need to get an amazing job after you graduate. Your UR Guarantee Advisor will help connect you with the right services, programs and people on campus. We guarantee qualified graduates a successful career launch within six months of completing studies, or you can receive a free year of undergraduate courses! www.uregina.ca/urguarantee 20 Jul 2012 www.campioncollege.ca www.fnuniv.ca www.luthercollege.edu explore.usask.ca Contact Information for Students Contact Information for Counsellors Admissions Contact Learning Resources Contact & Website Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Mailing Address Faculties Student Population Basic Admissions Requirements Minimum Admissions Average Application Deadline Application Fee Can you apply online? CONTACT INFORMATION Trevor Nerdahl, Recruitment Officer Email: trevor.nerdahl@usask.ca Trevor Nerdahl, Recruitment Officer Email: trevor.nerdahl@usask.ca Student Recruitment and Admissions Email: admissions@usask.ca Website: explore.usask.ca Student Recruitment and Admissions Email: admissions@usask.ca University of Saskatchewan 105 Administration Place Saskatoon, SK S7N 5A2 Telephone: (306) 966-8288 Fax: (306) 966-2115 Telephone: (306) 966-8288 Fax: (306) 966-2115 Telephone: (306) 966-5788 Fax: (306) 966-2115 Telephone: (306) 966-5788 Fax: (306) 966-2115 INSTITUTION INFORMATION Five direct entry colleges: Agriculture and Bioresources, Arts and Science, Business, Engineering, and Kinesiology Nine non-direct entry colleges: Dentistry, Education, Graduate Studies and Research, Law, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy and Nutrition, Physical Therapy and Veterinary Medicine 16,590 undergraduate students 2,835 graduate students ADMISSIONS INFORMATION High school applicants must: 1. Complete certain high school subjects in order to be considered for various programs 2. Meet the admission average to the college of their choice 3. Complete secondary level standing or equivalent Full admission requirements, including accepted courses are available online at explore.usask.ca/admission/requirements/bc Students are not required to write the LPI. Students whose first language is not English, may be required to write an English proficiency test. More information is listed on: explore.usask.ca/admission/?s=intl#requirements Agriculture and Bioresources/ Arts and Science= 70% Business/ Engineering= 78% Kinesiology= 87% We calculate high school admission average using five grade 12 subjects, best English, Math and three others academic subjects. February 15 – Deadline to apply for scholarships, awards, and Kinesiology May 1 – Deadline to apply for admission All deadlines are listed online at explore.usask.ca/admission/?s=intl#requirements $90 CDN for both domestic and international applicants Yes. Students are encouraged to apply online at: explore.usask.ca Reporting of Grades IB Credit Information AP Credit Information English Proficiency Requirements Residence Options Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? After applying for admission, students are encouraged to self-report their grades online at explore.usask.ca/admission/marks Transfer credit will be awarded for most Higher Level subjects with grades of 5 or higher. No credit is granted for Standard Level subjects, and no credit is granted for Higher Level subjects with grades of less than 5. Students who are awarded transfer credit may choose to decline the credit. More information at: http://explore.usask.ca/admission/transfer/ib/ Transfer credit will be awarded for most AP courses with grades of 4 or higher. No transfer credit is granted for courses with grades of less than 4. Students who are awarded transfer credit may choose to decline the credit. More information at: http://explore.usask.ca/admission/transfer/ap/ Applicants whose first language is not English must present evidence of proficiency in English. TOEFL=Paper Based: 550 Internet Based: 80 with min individual scores of: Reading: 19, Listening: 19, Speaking, 18, Writing 18 IELTS= band score: 6.5 For information on exceptions and other accepted tests visit: http://explore.usask.ca/admission/?s=intl#requirements RESIDENCE INFORMATION College Quarter: Brand new, off-campus, four-bedroom apartment-style. Meal plans optional. Voyageur Place: On-campus, dorm-style with meal plans included. McEown Park: Off-campus, apartment-style. Meal plans optional. For full details on our residences, visit explore.usask.ca/housing Open until filled. Students are encouraged to apply early in their Grade 12 year. Students must pay a non-refundable $20 application fee. When applicants receive a letter of offer, a deposit is required. Yes. Students must apply online at www.usask.ca/residence SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Over $1.3 million in awards offered by the U of S each year. This includes of over 200 Competitive Entrance Awards paid out to entering students. The deadline to apply for scholarships is February 15 of the grade 12 year. Competitive Entrance Awards - based on academic achievement, financial need, and contributions to school and community life. More information is online at explore.usask.ca/moneymatters/awards For scholarships with separate deadlines, visit: Scholarships with Separate Deadlines explore.usask.ca/moneymatters/awards Varies by award Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Guaranteed Entrance Scholarships – awarded based on grade 11 and/or 12 marks. Calculated automatically by applying for admission before Program February 15 of the grade 12 year. For more information, visit: explore.usask.ca/moneymatters/guaranteed WHAT’S NEW New Health Science Project $350 million dollar expansion to health science facilities. The University of Saskatchewan Health Science project will create a new standard for interprofessional education, research and practice. Saskatchewan’s Economy leads the nation: • Saskatchewan has the fastest growing economy in Canada. With the highest employment rate of all Canadian provinces, fastest growing population in the country, and increases in key sectors of the economy, employment and entrepreneurial prospects continue to grow. Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Contact Information Student Recruitment natasha.bijelich@utoronto.ca or anne.rose@utoronto.ca Office of Student Recruitment/Dedicated Counsellor Line (416) 978 6380 The Joseph H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, and Design (416) 978 4340 admissions@daniels.utoronto.ca Faculty of Arts & Science (416) 978 4272 recruit.artsci@utoronto.ca Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering (416) 978 3872 engineering@ecf.utoronto.ca Faculty of Music (416) 978 3741 undergrad.music@utoronto.ca Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education undergrad.kpe@utoronto.ca University of Toronto Mississauga (905) 828 5400 admissions.utm@utoronto.ca University of Toronto Scarborough (416) 287 7529 Admissions, Scholarships and Financial Aid Enrolment Services 172 St. George Street Toronto, ON M5R 0A3 www.adm.utoronto.ca Campus Tours discover.utoronto.ca/connect/campus-tours Web discover.utoronto.ca T: (416) 978 2190 TTY: (416) 978 1902 F: (416) 978 7022 E: admissions.help@utoronto.ca Institution Information Faculties/University Colleges/Schools/ Program Areas 1 University, 3 Campuses: St. George, U of T Mississauga, U of T Scarborough. Direct Entry Faculties: Arts & Science (including business and commerce, concurrent education), Applied Science & Engineering, Kinesiology & Physical Education (and concurrent education), Music (and concurrent education) and Architectural Studies. St. George Arts & Science Colleges: Innis, New, St. Michaels, Trinity, University, Victoria, Woodsworth. Second Entry, Professional Faculties/Schools: Dentistry, Law, Medical Radiation Sciences, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Physician Assistant. Undergraduate Student Population St. George Campus: Faculty of Arts & Science – 26,000 Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering – 4,877 Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education – 900 Faculty of Music – 500 Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, and Design – 200 U of T Mississauga – 12,500 U of T Scarborough – 11,000 Admission Information Basic British Columbia Admissions Requirements High School Diploma with four approved academic subjects, including English. Provincial examinations are required for English 12 or English 12 First Peoples. Average will be calculated on four subjects, including English and specific prerequisite subjects. A list of approved courses can be found at http://uoft.me/admbc Additional British Columbia Admission Information Advanced Placement Examinations and International Baccalaureate credits are also acceptable. Applications of Mathematics 12, Communications 12, and Challenge subjects are not acceptable. Calculus 12/Calculus AP (AB or BC) is required for programs with the Calculus prerequisite. Pre-Calculus 12 is not acceptable for programs with the Calculus prerequisite. Admission Online Resources http://discover.utoronto.ca and http://apply.utoronto.ca and www.electronicinfo.ca/en Minimum Admissions Average Admission averages vary by program and/or campus from mid-70’s through to high 80’s/low 90’s. Admission grade ranges can be found on the eINFO website. http://www.electronicinfo.ca/en/ Application Deadline January 14: Music (including Music Concurrent Teacher Ed.) February 1: Engineering; Concurrent Teacher Education Programs (UTM, UTSC, and Physical and Health Education) March 1: U of T St. George, (Arts, Science, Commerce, Kinesiology & Physical Education, International Foundation Program); U of T Mississauga (Arts, Science, Commerce/Management); U of T Scarborough (Arts, Science, Management) Application Fee Base application fee $135 for initial three university/program choices on the OUAC 105 application; $90 U of T document assessment fee; plus an additional student profile assessment fees for applicants to: Rotman Commerce $50, Engineering $60, Music $60, Concurrent Teacher Education $50. Can you apply online? Applications are made through the Ontario University Application Centre – OUAC www.ouac.on.ca. Applicants will be sent an electronic acknowledgment from U of T in which they will be directed to the next steps website and the Join U of T applicant portal. Residence Information Residence Options St. George Campus – styles include traditional dorm and apartment residences through the colleges within the Faculty of Arts & Science, or the U of T Chestnut Residence which is not connected to a college or faculty. Students within Arts & Science normally reside within their college, while students from other faculties are housed in a college residence or the Chestnut Residence. For more information, visit: www.housing.utoronto.ca. U of T Mississauga – three different options: a traditional dorm residence hall (for first year students), townhouses and award-winning apartments. Each option includes a single furnished bedroom and semi-private washroom. First year students are required to purchase a meal plan. For more information, visit: www.utm.utoronto.ca/housing U of T Scarborough – townhouse-style units house four to six first-year students and apartment-style units house four upper-year students. Residences are located within a two-minute walk from academic buildings and all units are furnished. Optional meal plans are also available. For more information, visit: www.utsc.utoronto.ca/admissions/residence All three campuses have accessible housing options. Meal plans vary by campus/residence. Residence Application Deadline and Residence Guarantee Students are asked to indicate their interest in residence on the OUAC application form and will also be directed to indicate their interest and preferences in residence on the University’s common residence application by March 31st. Residence is guaranteed for all new full-time students who: are entering their first year of university in an undergraduate program for the first time and have indicated their interest in residence by completing the University’s common residence application by March 31st and have received and accepted an offer of admission by June 3rd. Room Deposit Fee Yes, amount and timing of deposit varies by residence. Scholarship Information Web www.adm.utoronto.ca and click on ‘Awards’ Number of Admission Scholarships Available 2400 awarded in 2011 – including U of T and divisional awards. Values vary from $200 to $11,000, U of T Scholar and Arbor awards valued at $5,000. Values are subject to change. Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline For most entrance scholarships, students are automatically considered when they apply. For scholarships that require additional documentation/application please visit: www.adm.utoronto.ca and click on ‘Awards’ Scholarships with Separate Deadlines National Scholarship Program – November 9, 2012 – U of T’s top admission scholarship covers 4 years tuition and incidental fees. See above website for criteria & application. Guaranteed Scholarship Program President’s Entrance Scholarship Program: The University of Toronto guarantees entrance scholarship(s) totaling at least $2,000 to domestic students who are studying at a Canadian secondary school or CEGEP, with an admission average of 92 percent or better, and have completed each of the subjects required with at least 'A' standing and no repeats. Many students who meet these criteria will receive significantly more in awards from the University and/or their faculty or college. Further details on above website. What’s New Common Residence Application: The University’s common residence application will be for all incoming students to indicate their interest in residence and rank their preferences. It will also provide valuable information on the different residences. Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education: Previously known as the Faculty of Physical Education & Health, the Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education has updated their name to reflect the new curriculum opportunities. Foundational Year Programs: These unique first-year learning options for arts, science and business students on all three campuses offer interactive group work, travel and/or community engagement. Each Foundational Year Program will provide students with U of T credits while helping them transition successfully to university life, build critical thinking and writing skills, develop intellectual independence and expand their creative imagination. Contact Information for Students Contact Information for Counsellors Admissions Contact Learning Resources Contact & Website Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Mailing Address Faculties Student Population Basic Admissions Requirements Minimum Admissions Average Application Deadline Application Fee Can you apply online? CONTACT INFORMATION - Tracey Burdock, BC Lower Mainland Liaison: tburdock@uvic.ca / 250-472-4626 - Hannah Lockie, Vancouver Island Liaison: hannahk@uvic.ca / 250-472-5171 - Tracey Burdock, BC Lower Mainland Liaison: tburdock@uvic.ca / 250-472-4626 - Hannah Lockie, Vancouver Island Liaison: hannahk@uvic.ca / 250-472-5171 Wendy Joyce, Director of Admissions: 250-721-8136 / joycewa@uvic.ca - Each semester, UVic Counseling Services offers learning skills workshops to assist with study methods, critical thinking skills and strategies for academic success. More information may be found at http://www.coun.uvic.ca/learning/. - ED-D 101 is a 1.5-unit, for-credit course students may choose to take at any time during their degree to help strengthen their core learning skills. Please visit http://www.uvic.ca/education/psychology/programs/undergraduate/edd101/index.php for details. - Academic support is also available to students in a variety of forms through the C. W. Lui Learning Commons. More information is available off the UVic website at http://learningcommons.uvic.ca/about.html. Student Awards and Financial Aid Office: finaid@uvic.ca / 250-721-8423 Undergraduate Admissions University of Victoria PO Box 3025 STN CSC Victoria BC V8W 3P2 Canada INSTITUTION INFORMATION Peter B. Gustavson School of Business Faculty of Human and Social Development Division of Continuing Studies Faculty of Humanities Faculty of Education Faculty of Law Faculty of Engineering Division of Medical Sciences Faculty of Fine Arts Faculty of Science Faculty of Graduate Studies Faculty of Social Sciences Just under 20,000 ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Generally five grade 11 approved academic courses and four grade 12 approved academic courses. Admission requirements vary by faculty and program and are listed in the 2013-2014 national viewbook. They are also displayed at http://uvic.ca/programreq (“BC, Yukon” link). Minimum admission average varies by faculty and program. Please visit http://registrar.uvic.ca/undergrad/admissions/requirements/grade.html to view the admission average cut-offs for Winter Session 2012. February 28 for current graduating high school students following a Canadian curriculum Domestic: $67.50; International: $110 Yes, at http://uvic.ca/apply IB Credit Information Students must self-report their final grade 11 and final or current/predicted grade 12 marks in the subjects required for their faculty or program at http://uvic.ca/selfreporting. All graduating high school students following a Canadian curriculum must self-report their marks between February 1 and March 31 to be eligible for early conditional admission. Please visit http://uvic.ca/ibap AP Credit Information Please visit http://uvic.ca/ibap English Proficiency Requirements Competence in the English language must be demonstrated in one of the following ways prior to admission: - IELTS with overall band score of 6.5 or higher (no less than 6.0 per category) - TOEFL overall score of 90 or higher (no less than 20/30 per category) - UVic University Admission Preparation course with 80% or higher - Please visit http://uvic.ca/esl for additional ways to meet the requirement Reporting of Grades Residence Options Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Scholarships with Separate Deadlines Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Program - RESIDENCE INFORMATION A detailed description of building options may be found at http://housing.uvic.ca/buildings/index.php. Buildings include: - Dormitories(single and double rooms) – the majority of first-year students opt to live in dormitories - Apartments (bachelor and one-bedroom) - Cluster (four-bedroom townhouses on campus) June 30 (students are encouraged to apply earlier, as some students receive residence offers as early as mid-June). A $500 Term 1 non-refundable acceptance fee and an additional $250 security deposit must be paid within 7 days of residence offer. The application is only available online at the http://housing.uvic.ca website. Students are encouraged to begin checking the website late October to early November or contact their recruiter. SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Each year UVic awards over $2.5 million in entrance scholarships to students arriving directly from high school; over 100 different types are available. To be eligible for all academic entrance scholarships, students must self-report their final or current/predicted grade 12 marks in the subjects required for their faculty or program at http://uvic.ca/selfreporting. The self-reporting period opens February 1 and closes March 31. For students who apply for “scholarships based on grades and other specific criteria” (outlined below), the 2012 deadline was mid-May. Please refer to the updated deadline chart at http://registrar.uvic.ca/safa/scholarships/entrancescholarships.html. - Students’ admission average in the required grade 12 subjects is the sole basis for grade-based entrance scholarships - For entrance scholarships based on grades and other criteria, students’ admission average is evaluated, along with the submission of an online scholarship application. Marks and other criteria such as community work, extra-curricular activities, field of study, and volunteerism may be considered. - For September 2012 entry, current graduating high school students following a Canadian curriculum who had a minimum 85% final admission average in the required subjects received a $1,000 entrance scholarship. - For September 2012 entry, those who had a minimum 90% final admission average in the required subjects received the $2,000 Come-to-Campus grant. - IB students with 32 points or higher on diploma receive a minimum $2000 entrance scholarship. WHAT’S NEW UVic is now the only university in BC to offer a Biomedical Engineering program as of September 2012. UVic is also expected to offer a Civil Engineering major, whose first intake should take place in September 2013. This program is currently in final stages of approval by BC Ministry of Advanced Education. Although UVic dates back to 1903 when it was known as Victoria College, this year we are proudly celebrating our 50th anniversary. For more information, please visit http://www.uvic.ca/anniversary/. Questions about Programs or Campus Visits: Application and Admission Questions: Contact Information for Counsellors: Admissions Contact: Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact: Mailing Address: Faculties: Student Population: Basic Admissions Requirements: BC Provincial Exam Policy: Minimum Admissions Average: Application Deadline: Application Fee: Can you apply online? CONTACT INFORMATION Visitors Centre askus@uwaterloo.ca, 519-888-4567, ext. 33614 findoutmore.uwaterloo.ca Admissions Office myapplication@uwaterloo.ca, 519-888-4567, ext. 33106 findoutmore.uwaterloo.ca/admissions Amelia Burton – Manager, National Liaison aburton@uwaterloo.ca, 519-888-4567, ext. 37145 findoutmore.uwaterloo.ca/counsellors Nancy Weiner – Associate Registrar, Admissions nweiner@uwaterloo.ca, 519-888-4567, ext. 32265 findoutmore.uwaterloo.ca/admissions Brenda Denomme – Manager, Undergraduate Awards bdenomme@uwaterloo.ca, 519-888-4567, ext. 36042 findoutmore.uwaterloo.ca/financing Office of the Registrar University of Waterloo 200 University Ave. W. Waterloo ON N2L 3G1 INSTITUTION INFORMATION More than 100 areas of study in Applied Health Sciences, Arts, Engineering, Environment, Mathematics, Science 29,000 undergraduates, including 16,600 co-op students who are part of the world’s largest co-op program. 4,800 graduate students. ADMISSIONS Minimum requirements: High School diploma with 4 academic courses at the Grade 12 level. Courses such as Law 12, Comparative Civilizations 12, and Social Justice 12 are acceptable academic courses for admission. BC courses equivalent to the Ontario requirements are listed at findoutmore.uwaterloo.ca/admissions For students whose first language is not English, language requirements are listed at findoutmore.uwaterloo.ca/admissions/elr.php Provincial exams are not required, except for Grade 12 English. If students write a provincial exam, the higher grade – either the in-class school grade or the final grade (blended school and exam mark) – will be used. Repeated and summer school course policies vary depending on the faculty: findoutmore.uwaterloo.ca/admissions/repeated.php Admission averages vary by entry program, but range from low 80s to mid-90s. Details at findoutmore.uwaterloo.ca/admissions Most programs: March 28, 2013. Accounting and Financial Management and Architecture: February 8, 2013; Engineering: March 1, 2013 $135 Ontario Universities’ Application Centre fee; $75 University of Waterloo document evaluation fee Students apply through www.ouac.on.ca Reporting of Grades IB Credit Information AP Credit Information Residence Options: Residence Application Deadline: Room Deposit Fee: Can You Apply Online? Number of Scholarships: Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline: Scholarships with Separate Deadlines: Decision Criteria: Guaranteed Scholarship Program: While BC has automatic electronic grade submission, marks will not arrive in time for our admissions decisions. Students will need to ask their school to send a transcript of final semester mid-term marks. We will consider transfer credits for individual Higher Level IB courses in which normally a minimum final grade of 5 is attained. Transfer credit varies by faculty. Details at findoutmore.uwaterloo.ca/admissions/ib.php We will consider transfer credits for AP courses in which normally a minimum final grade of 4 is attained. Transfer credit varies by faculty. Details available at findoutmore.uwaterloo.ca/admissions/ap.php RESIDENCE INFORMATION Guaranteed residence for first-year students in 8 on-campus residences. Students intending to live in residence must submit a deposit by June 3, 2013. Details are sent with an Offer of Admission. $500 Students applying to first year do not need to apply, except for Conrad Grebel University College which has a separate application. SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Unlimited (for students with averages over 85%). See details below. Students are automatically considered for most scholarships. No application is needed. Faculty of Mathematics: Descartes National Scholarships, Waterloo Mathematics Foundation National Scholarship, CIBC National Scholarship; see findoutmore.uwaterloo.ca/financing/scholarships.php#math Academic performance (and Admission Information Form for some programs) President’s Scholarship of Distinction, 95%+ - $2,000 and the opportunity for a $1,500 International Experience Award and/or a $1,500 Research Award, available to qualified students in upper years. President’s Scholarship, 90% - 94.9% - $2,000. Merit Scholarship, 85% - 89.9% - $1,000. WHAT’S NEW New program: Health Promotion. Students interested in the health and well-being of entire communities can study how political, cultural, and economic conditions influence health. Students learn how to enable people and organizations to improve health through education, marketing, policy, mediation, and advocacy. Note: Prospective students are advised that offers of admission to Health Promotion will may be made only after the university's own quality assurance processes have been completed and the Ontario Universities Council on Quality Assurance has approved the program. Waterloo has approved the program and we’re just waiting for Council approval. Program and prerequisite changes • Accounting and Financial Management now requires a minimum grade of at least 70% in each of 4U Advanced Functions and 4U Calculus and Vectors. • The Geography and Environmental Management program is now available only through our Faculty of Environment. It was previously offered through the Faculty of Arts. • Independent Studies now requires one year of university or two years of college studies for admission. Home to the largest concentration of quantum researchers in the world, the new $160 million Mike & Ophelia Lazaridis Quantum-Nano Centre is the most complex building constructed at Waterloo. Researchers are working at the atomic scale and harnessing the quantum laws of nature to develop powerful technologies that will transform information technology. The Centre will house the Institute for Quantum Computing and Canada’s largest Nanotechnology Engineering program. CONTACT INFORMATION Contact Information for Students Contact Information for Counsellors Admissions Contact Learning Resources Contact and Website Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Mailing Address For information on programs, courses, or admissions, please contact admissions@uoit.ca. Joe Stokes, Associate Registrar, Student Recruitment and Admissions T: 905-721-8668 ext. 2794 E: joe.stokes@uoit.ca Joe Stokes, Associate Registrar, Student Recruitment and Admissions T: 905-721-8668 ext. 2794 E: joe.stokes@uoit.ca Krista Elliott, Manager, Academic Success Centre T: 905-721-8668 ext. 2970 E: krista.elliott@uoit.ca Susan Allward, Assistant Registrar, Student Awards and Financial Aid T: 905-721-8668 ext. 2484 E: susan.allward@uoit.ca UOIT 2000 Simcoe Street North Oshawa, Ontario, Canada L1H 7K4 INSTITUTION INFORMATION Faculties Faculty of Business and Information Technology Faculty of Education Faculty of Energy Systems and Nuclear Science Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science Faculty of Health Sciences Faculty of Science Faculty of Social Science and Humanities Student Population More than 8,400 students in undergraduate and graduate studies. ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Basic Admissions High school diploma with English 12 and three additional provincially Requirements examinable grade 12 courses including faculty prerequisites. Completion of provincial exams is not required. Minimum Admissions The specific average or standing required for admission varies from year Average to year. Students are selected by taking into consideration a wide range of criteria including school marks, distribution of subjects taken, and performance and subjects relevant to the academic program. Possession of the minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance and due to space limitations, preference will be given to applicants with the best qualifications. Application Deadline Monday, April 1, 2013 Application Fee Fees are submitted to the Ontario Universities Application Centre (OUAC). The Base Application Fee for the initial three university/program choices is $130. For each university/program choice beyond the initial three is $42 (e.g., if a fourth and fifth university choice are added, applicants must pay an additional $84). Can you apply online? Applicants must apply for all UOIT programs through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC): www.ouac.on.ca. Reporting of Grades Official transcript sent directly to UOIT or electronic distribution through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC). IB Credit Information AP Credit Information English Proficiency Requirements Applicants may be eligible for transfer credit. Please visit www.uoit.ca/transfercredit for important dates and more information. Applicants may be eligible for transfer credit. Please visit www.uoit.ca/transfercredit for important dates and more information. Minimum three (3) years in a formal, full-time secondary or postsecondary institution where the language of instruction was English. For more information, visit: www.uoit.ca/englishproficiency. RESIDENCE INFORMATION Residence Options Furnished residences feature rooms with two beds or suites with two private bedrooms. Visit www.uoitrez.ca for information. Residence Application Monday, June 3, 2013 Deadline Room Deposit Fee $500 Can You Apply Online? Yes SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Number of Scholarships UOIT offers a variety of scholarships to applicants who demonstrate Available academic achievement and exceptional leadership and community development. Current Canadian secondary school students can apply for the following scholarships. Chancellor’s scholarship (1): $28,000 President’s scholarship (2): $24,000 Founder’s scholarship (2): $20,000 For more information about scholarships and awards, please visit www.uoit.ca/safa. Entrance Scholarship Applications are not required for the automatic awards of recognition. Application Deadline Scholarships with Applications to the Chancellor’s, President’s, and Founder’s Separate Deadlines scholarships must be submitted by Friday, February 22, 2013. Decision Criteria Automatic Awards of Recognition are given to students entering UOIT from a Canadian secondary school with an average of 80% or higher. For more information about the Chancellor’s, President’s, and Founder’s scholarship criteria, please visit: www.uoit.ca/safa. Guaranteed Scholarship Automatic Awards of Recognition are given to students entering UOIT Program from a Canadian secondary school with an average of 80% or higher. Awards are based on the student’s top six Grade 12U or M, or equivalent final grades. ∙ 95% or higher: $12,000 ($3,000 x four years) ∙ 90 to 94.9%: $8,000 ($2,000 x four years) ∙ 85 to 89.9%: $6,000 ($1,500 x four years) ∙ 80 to 84.9%: $5,000 ($1,000 x four years) *Renewal is subject to maintaining a minimum average. Other restrictions may apply. WHAT’S NEW Our new Energy Systems and Nuclear Science Research Centre (ERC) officially opened its doors to research and house many of UOIT’s unique-in-Canada programs, including courses in geothermal, hydraulic, natural gas, nuclear, solar and wind energy. www.viu.ca CONTACT INFORMATION Contact Information for Students Contact Information for Counsellors Admissions Contact Learning Resources Contact & Website Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Mailing Address Joanna Hesketh; Coordinator, Recruitment & Public Engagement 1.888.920.2221, local 6560 | 250.740.6560 joanna.hesketh@viu.ca Joanna Hesketh; Coordinator, Recruitment & Public Engagement 1.888.920.2221, local 6560 | 250.740.6560 joanna.hesketh@viu.ca | www.viu.ca/recruitment Registration: registration@viu.ca 250.740.6400 | 1.888.920.2221, local 6400 Advising: advising@viu.ca 250.740.6410 | 1.888.920.2221, local 6410 Disability Services disabilityservices@viu.ca 250-740-6446 Fax: 250-740-6615 Financial Aid & Awards Office financialaidinfo@viu.ca 250-740-6423 Fax: 250-740-6229 900 Fifth St. | Nanaimo BC | V9R5S5 INSTITUTION INFORMATION Faculties Student Population Art, Design & Performing Arts; Humanities & Social Sciences; Business & Management; Science & Technology; Education; Health & Human Services; Trade & Applied Technology 18,000 full-and part-time learners, including 1,100 international students, and over 2,000 aboriginal students across 4 campuses. ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Basic Admissions Requirements Minimum Admissions Average Application Deadline Application Fee Can you apply online? High School General Admission Requirements for University and Career/ Technical Programs: graduation from a B.C. secondary school, or equivalent, with a minimum “C” grade in English 12; additional admission requirements vary by program. Please see the online calendar for full details: www.viu.ca/calendar/. High School General Admission Requirements for Trades & Applied Technology Programs: Graduation from BC secondary school, or equivalent from another school system; additional admission requirements vary by program. Please see the online calendar for full details: www.viu.ca/calendar/. Varies by program area. Please visit our online calendar at www.viu.ca/calendar/ for more information. Varies by program. March 31st for most programs; February 18th for the Bachelor of Education degree; February 28th for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree and Child & Youth Care diploma and degree. For all programs, see www.viu.ca/pal . $35.70 for undergraduate Canadian & Permanent Resident applicants; $150 for International applicants Yes: www.viu.ca/apply Reporting of Grades Current high school students from British Columbia and the Yukon should provide their Personal Education Number (PEN), and may be required to submit an interim transcript for admission purposes. If so, transcripts will be requested. IB/AP Credit Information VIU recognizes the International Baccalaureate (IB) and Advanced Placement Program (APP). Under certain conditions, students presenting higher level credentials will receive university level credit, as follows: Applicants who submit IB courses at the higher level with grades of 5 or better, and/or APP courses with grades of 4 or better, will be eligible for introductory-level University course credit. Courses with grades lower than noted will not be eligible for credit or advanced standing. A maximum of 30 credits will be awarded for IB/APP courses. Where appropriate, specific course equivalency will be granted; unassigned credit will be given where specific equivalency is not appropriate. www.viu.ca/calendar/GeneralInformation/admissions.asp English Proficiency Requirements Minimum TOEFL 550, TOEFL Computer Based Test (CBT) 213, iBT 80 (with no score under 19), IELTS 6.0 (with no score under 5.5), CAEL 60, Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (minimum “B”), or Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (minimum “B”). Residence Options Traditional Residences; Residence ( 20 bed) Houses; & Apartment Style Residences. Apply early, the residences fill quickly. Applications can be submitted starting in September for the following year. Application Fee: $50 Damage Deposit (refundable): $200 Payment Schedule: two weeks after room is assigned: $350; two weeks before semester starts: Final Payment For more Information: http://viuresidences.ca/fees.html Yes: http://viuresidences.ca/residenceApplication.asp . RESIDENCE INFORMATION Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Scholarships with Separate Deadlines For entrance Scholarships www.viu.ca/FinancialAid/awards.aspx?area=16 . Scholarships and awards: March 15th; bursaries: January 31st. Any exceptions are noted in the description of the award. Decision Criteria Varies; academic excellence and financial need are the most common criteria. www.viu.ca/FinancialAid/awards.aspx?area=16 VIU President's Entrance Scholarships for Vancouver Island High School Students & VIU Chancellor's Entrance Scholarships for Aboriginal Students: April 30th (based on recommendation) WHAT’S NEW New Program: Bachelor of Social Work starting September 2013 Program in the works: Bachelor of Science in Geoscience expected for September 2013 CONTACT INFORMATION Contact Information for Students Marilyn Nash, phone: 519.661.3209 Iain Smith, phone: 519.661.2111 ext.88229 www.westernu.ca Email: mnash@uwo.ca Email: ismith@uwo.ca Contact Information for Counsellors Marilyn Nash, phone: 519.661.3209 Iain Smith, phone: 519.661.2111 ext.88229 www.westernu.ca Email: mnash@uwo.ca Email: ismith@uwo.ca Admissions Contact Cindy Cripps, phone: 519.661.2111 ext.81146 Email: ccripps2@uwo.ca Learning Resources Contact & Website Student Development Centre www.sdc.uwo.ca/learning Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Scholarships – Kristy Doyley, phone: 519.661.2111 ext.80256 Email: kmonagh@uwo.ca Financial Aid – Hala Hussein, phone: 519.661.2111 ext.85425 Email: hhussei4@uwo.ca Mailing Address Email: learning@uwo.ca Western University, Undergraduate Admissions 1151 Richmond St. North Western Student Services Building, Room 3140 London ON N6A 3K7 INSTITUTION INFORMATION Faculties Student Population 12 Faculties and Professional Schools http://www.welcome.uwo.ca/preview/academics/index.html 36,000 (2011-2012) ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Basic Admissions Requirements Average calculated on four academic courses numbered 12 inc. English 12. Specific requirements for Engineering, Kinesiology, Nursing, Foods & Nutrition. Please visit http://welcome.uwo.ca/preview/admissions/bccourses.html for course recommendations. BC Provincial Exam Policy Applicants to Western are required to write the BC Provincial Exams for English 12, English 12 First Peoples, Communications 12, Français Langue Première 12, BC First Nations Studies 12 and Études des Prem. Nations de la C.B. 12. All other Grade 12 provincial examinations are optional for students in the British Columbia Ministry of Education 2004 Graduate Program. If you choose to write an optional provincial exam in a course that Western will accept for admission, we will include the higher of your final or school mark as reported by the Ministry. Minimum Admissions Average Averages vary by program and year. Admission for 2012: mid-term grades in the mid to high 80s to receive an offer of admission for most programs, with a final average of 82.5%. Application Deadline June 1, 2013 Application recommended before March 1 for early consideration. Programs fill quickly and spaces available cannot be guaranteed after this date. Application Fee $135 for 3 choices Apply online http://www.ouac.on.ca/105 Reporting of Grades http://welcome.uwo.ca/preview/admissions/selfreportedgrades.html IB Credit Information http://welcome.uwo.ca/preview/admissions/ib.html AP Credit Information http://welcome.uwo.ca/preview/admissions/ap.html RESIDENCE INFORMATION Residence Options Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? 9 residences (Suite-style and Traditional-style) No application necessary - Residence is guaranteed for single students without children, entering directly from high school, who are offered full-time, first-year admission to Western’s Main campus by mid-May. Students entering with a 90% average or higher who live in residence in first year are also guaranteed accommodation for their 2nd year. $800 due when students accept Western’s offer of admission Not Applicable – see above SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Scholarships with Separate Deadlines Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Program www.registrar.uwo.ca/FinancialServices/AdmissionScholarships.cfm Unlimited Admission Scholarships – based on final average of 88% or higher For National Scholarship Program – February 14, 2013 National Scholarships – February 14, 2013 Admission Scholarships – Grades Only (Final Average) National Scholarships – 90% minimum, Essay, Nomination by School, all-round excellence, ability for creative and innovative thought, interview process for finalists. International President’s Scholarships – same criteria as for National Scholarship. Western Scholarship of Distinction: 88 – 89.9% - $1,000 for 1 yr Western Scholarship of Excellence: 90 – 94.9% - $2,000 for 1 yr Continuing Admission Scholarship: 95%+ - $10,000 ($2,500/yr for 4 years) *International students are eligible for Admission Scholarships WHAT’S NEW New Programs for 2012: Major in Arts and Humanities, Minor in Digital Humanities, Minor in Medieval Studies, Honors Specialization in Creative Writing and English Language and Literature, Minor in Digital Spanish, Certificate in Digital Spanish, Certificate and Diploma Programs in Digital Communication: Social Media and Virtual Worlds, Honors Specialization in Medical Health Informatics, Honors Specialization in Neuroscience, Honors Specialization in Medical Biophysics (Clinical Physics Concentration), Honors Specialization in Computational Biochemistry, Minor in High Performance Computing Specialization in Geography, Minor in Transitional Justice and Post-Conflict Resolution, Honors Music Theory (Bachelor of Music) and Honors Composition (Bachelor of Music). Program Changes: Restructuring of Science/Biological and Medical Science On the OUAC application: ES Science has been renamed Science and Biological Sciences, and ESM Biological and Medical Science has been renamed Medical Sciences. Note: First year Biology and Chemistry require Gr. 12 Biology and Gr. 12 Chemistry respectively. CONTACT INFORMATION – BRANTFORD & WATERLOO CAMPUS Recruitment & Admissions Brantford Campus - www.chooselaurierbrantford.ca, ext. 5777 Waterloo Campus - www.chooselaurier.ca, ext. 3385 Mieke Barette – National Recruitment and Admissions Officer mbarette@wlu.ca 519-884-1970 ext. 4296 Scholarships and Financial Aid Brantford Campus - www.wlu.ca/brantford/financialassistance Lisa Neziol, Financial Aid and Scholarships Administrator - lneziol@wlu.ca, ext. 5766 Waterloo Campus - www.wlu.ca/studentawards Ruth MacNeil, Associate Registrar: Awards - rmacneil@wlu.ca, ext. 6094 Learning Resources Learning Services – www.wlu.ca/learningservices 519.884.0710 x2220 learningservices@wlu.ca Mailing Address Recruitment & Admissions Office 75 University Ave. West Waterloo, Ontario N2L 3C5 INSTITUTIONAL INFORMATION Faculties Laurier has 2 undergraduate campuses in Waterloo & Brantford, which offer 5 faculties including Arts, Science, Music, the School of Business & Economics, and Education. In addition we offer double degrees in conjunction with the University of Waterloo in Business & Computing and Business & Math. Student Population Laurier is a medium-sized University, with over 15,000 students amongst our two undergraduate campuses. ADMISSIONS AND TRANSITION INFORMATION Basic Admissions Requirements Four academic courses at the Grade 12 level, including English 12 at a minimum of 60%; academic courses do not need to be provincially examinable. Program specific requirements for BC applicants can be found at www.chooselaurier.ca/outofprovince/bc Minimum Admissions Average The minimum average for consideration to all Laurier programs is 70%. Competitive entry programs and double degree programs will require a higher admission average which can be found in the chart starting on page 20. Final cut-off averages will be set in May 2012. Alternate Offers of Admission Students will be AUTOMATICALLY considered for alternate offers of admission. Students are encouraged to only apply once. Changes to alternate offers can be made directly to the admissions office. Application Deadline May 1, 2013 – although students are encouraged to apply and submit documents earlier as decisions will be made on a rolling basis Application Fee $135 for three choices (each additional choice is $44) + Specific University Processing Fee (WLU’s is $60) Can you apply online? Applications must be completed online through www.ouac.on.ca using the 105D application Reporting of Grades Grades can be sent electronically through OUAC however they may not arrive in time for consideration. Applicants are strongly encouraged to send grades by mail, e-mail to mbarette@wlu.ca or by fax to 519-8840618 for conditional offers. All final transcripts must be sent as a hard copy directly from the issuing institution. Self-reported grades may also be used for conditional offers. IB Credit Information Transfer credits will be considered for all higher level courses completed with a minimum score of 5, for both diploma and certificate applicants, subject to applicability to the program offered. AP Credit Information Credits are awarded on case-by-case basis, with a minimum grade of 4, up to a maximum of 3.0 credits. English Proficiency Requirements TOEFL- paper test 560, internet-based test overall score of 83 with a minimum of 20 in each component, IELTS- 6.5, MELAB 85, CAEL- 70, with no part below 60, Pearson Test of Language Proficiency – 59. Students who do not present a test of English proficiency can pursue English language studies through the Laurier English and Academic Foundation (LEAF) Program - a five-level program designed to prepare students for the English and Academic challenges of university study. Visit www.chooselaurier.ca/international for full details. SCHOLARSHIP AND FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION Guaranteed Entrance Scholarship Program All students are automatically considered for Entrance Scholarships. Some programs award Entrance Scholarships starting at a minimum average of 80%. Students with an average of 95% or above will also qualify for the President’s Gold Scholarship worth up to 20,000$ over four years. Visit www.wlu.ca/studentawards for up-to-date information and program specific scholarship charts. Scholarships with Separate Deadlines Additional information on competitive/entrance scholarships and bursaries can be found by visiting Student Awards at www.wlu.ca/studentawards. Deadlines range from March to October. Decision Criteria Entrance bursaries are awarded based on financial need, Automatic Entrance Scholarships are awarded based on the applications best four academic Grade 12 courses, and competitive Scholarships are based on a combination of academic achievement and participation in extra-curricular activities. RESIDENCE INFORMATION Residence Options Brantford Campus - All residences are apartment-style with suites ranging in size from 3-10 students. All residence communities are co-ed, with single-gender apartments and a mix of single & double rooms. Waterloo Campus - We offer dormitory-style (singe/double) or apartment-style (single/double). A meal plan is required for all residence students. Residence Application Deadline Students must apply to residence and submit their room deposit by 11:59 p.m. EST, June 3, 2012. Residence Guaranteed? Residence is guaranteed to all first-year students who submit their application and deposit by the deadline. Students who have a winter midterm average of 90% or above have their choice of room style. Room Deposit Fee A $400 deposit is required by the residence application deadline. Online Application Students can apply to residence for both campuses through http://www.resapplication.com/wlu. WHAT’S NEW? BA in Christian Studies and Global Citizenship (Waterloo Campus) Students will learn to think critically about their faith, the world, and their place in it. Effective communication, social responsibility, spiritual awareness, appreciation of diversity and experience in serving the community are some of the outcomes of this program. Students will have the opportunity for international study experiences. Minor in Education (Waterloo Campus) The Minor in Education is designed to provide students with a supplemental course of study focusing on schooling and education. Students have the opportunity to bundle elective courses within their current programs of study into a Minor in Education. Courses taken in the minor may not count toward fulfilling requirements for the teaching specialization ("teachable") at the Junior/Intermediate level. Residence Learning Communities Residence Life offers students Learning Communities which are themed communities designed to offer a positive learning environment for first year students. Placement depends on a supplementary application to the residence application. More information can be found at http://www.resapplication.com/wlu. Communities include: Waterloo Campus: Healthy Living Women in Business Global Engagement Sociology Film & Culture School of Business & Economics Geography & Environmental Studies Scholar's Hall Leadership and Service Entrepreneurship Languages and Literatures Brantford Campus: Concurrent Education Criminology Healthy Lifestyles Leadership and Service Learning futurestudents.yorku.ca Contact Information for Students Contact Information for Counsellors Admissions Contact Scholarships and Financial Aid Contact Mailing Address Faculties Student Population Basic Admissions Requirements Minimum Admissions Average Application Deadline Application Fee Can you apply online? CONTACT INFORMATION Office of Admissions: 416-736-5000 Sonia Cianfarani, Recruitment Officer, soniac@yorku.ca, 416-736-2100 ext .77485 Guidance Counsellor Hotline: 416-736-5305 Glendon Liaison Office: 416-487-6710 Office of Admissions: 416-736-5000 Guidance Counsellor Hotline: 416-736-5305 Guidance Counsellor Hotline: 416-736-5305 http://futurestudents.yorku.ca/scholarships Office of Admissions York University W322 Bennett Centre for Student Services Toronto, ON M3J 1P3 INSTITUTION INFORMATION Education, Environmental Studies, Glendon Campus, Graduate Studies, Health, Lassonde School of Engineering, Liberal Arts & Professional Studies, Osgoode Hall Law School, Schulich School of Business, Science 54,000 full-time and part-time undergraduate and graduate students. ADMISSIONS INFORMATION High School Diploma with four Grade 12 academic subjects, including Faculty prerequisites. Academic courses do NOT have to be provincially examinable courses. Grade 12 subjects with no or limited academic content (e.g. Auto Technology, Career and Personal Planning, Child Care, Communications, Textiles, Tourism, work experience) are not acceptable. The academic average required for admission varies. For cut-off ranges, please visit http://futurestudents.yorku.ca/requirements/hs_cdn February 6, 2013: Fine Arts, Social Work, Second-Entry and Collaborative Nursing, Schulich School of Business March 6, 2013 for early consideration to all other programs Relevant OUAC fees as well as the York $85 supplement document processing fee. Please apply through the Ontario Universities Application Centre (OUAC) at www.ouac.on.ca Reporting of Grades IB Credit Information AP Credit Information English Proficiency Requirements Residence Options Residence Application Deadline Room Deposit Fee Can You Apply Online? Number of Scholarships Available Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline Scholarships with Separate Deadlines Decision Criteria Guaranteed Scholarship Program Applicants will be contacted for preliminary self-reporting of grades following the receipt of their application. Official transcripts sent directly from the issuing institution will be required following admission. Grades can also be submitted electronically through the Ontario Universities Application Centre. Granted for IB courses with final grades of 5 or better depending on the program (to a maximum of 30 credits) Transfer credit is granted for final scores of 4 or 5 on the AP exams, depending on the program (to a maximum of 30 credits) iBT Scores range from 83-95 and IELTS scores range from 6.5 to 7.5 depending on the program applied for. We offer our own test done on site called the YELT test. RESIDENCE INFORMATION Nine residences spread across two campuses offering traditional dormstyle and suite-style rooms. Most residences are co-ed, with some samegender floors and washrooms available. June 1 is the guaranteed residence deadline but applications will be accepted after June 1st pending room availability $30 to apply; $300 deposit require when offered a room Yes – applications are made through MyFile at www.yorku.ca/myfile SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION In 2011-12, York distributed more than $50million in financial assistance, scholarships and awards to students to ensure they had access to a university education. Deadlines will vary depending on the scholarship. More information is available online at http://futurestudents.yorku.ca/financialsupport/scholarshipcdn_app Deadlines will vary depending on the scholarship. More information is available online at http://futurestudents.yorku.ca/financialsupport/scholarshipcdn_app Varies by award. Please visit http://futurestudents.yorku.ca/financialsupport/scholarshipcdn_app There are a number of Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries awarded automatically based on academic performance. Please see http://futurestudents.yorku.ca/financialsupport/scholarshipcdn_auto for specifics. WHAT’S NEW The creation of the Lassonde School of Engineering opening in Fall 2013 adding Electrical Engineering to our current offerings (Computer, Geomatics, Space and Software Engineering). The new Life Sciences building opened in 2011 and a building to house the Lassonde School of Engineering has just been announced. New Track and Field Stadium is now under construction for the 2015 Pan Am Game York University will be hosting