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

2. February 21, 2019

3. College or University

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

5. What does it take to
BE OFFERED ADMISSION?

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

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

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

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

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

11. VANCOUVER Engineering High 80’s to Low 90’s Arts Mid to High 80’s
Business
Low 90’s & Up
Kinesiology
Land & Food Systems
Music
minimum 70
Science
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12. OKANAGAN Engineering Mid 80’s Arts Low to Mid 80’s Fine Arts
minimum 67
Human Kinetics
Management
Nursing
High 80’s to Low 90’s
Science
High 80’s
Engineering
Mid 80’s
Arts
Low to Mid 80’s
Fine Arts
minimum 67
Human Kinetics
Management
Nursing
High 80’s to Low 90’s
Science
High 80’s
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13. SIMON FRASER Arts & Social Sciences Low to Mid 80’s
Communication Low 80’s
Business High 80’s to Low 90’s
Engineering High 80’s
Science High 80’s

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

15. Application process

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

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

18. USE AN APPLICATION SERVICE

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

20. Financing
Education
After
High school

21. Student Loans Application Center Opens June 1st

22. Scholarships

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

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

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

26. Please Feel Free To Email Me:
Still Have Questions?
Please Feel Free To Me:
Johanna Jones