A. R. MacNeill GRAD 2012 – PREPARING FOR POST-SECONDARY ENTRY
Check the Career Centre Website often for current information on college and university programs, information sessions, careers, scholarships, entrance exams, exchange programs, employment, volunteerism and other related information.
Applying College and University - BC Institutions:
Students may apply either directly to a specific college or use BC's on-line Post-Secondary Application Service (ApplyBC). This service allows students to apply for admission to any public post-secondary institution in British Columbia. Fill in the ApplyBC Common Form once, then apply to any institution you choose. You may also log back into your account, which contains your ApplyBC form. On-Line form at: https://applybc.ca
*Create an account before you begin your application process. Ensure that you pay your application fee (otherwise your application will not be processed) and that you print out your confirmation. *Remember your PEN number
Exploring BC Post-Secondary Institutions and Requirements:~The BC Council on Admissions and Transfer has a variety of tools to help students find publications and resources about the BC Transfer System. The main resource is Education Planner website, which allows users to search over 1,600 undergraduate programs offered at the 28 post-secondary institutions across BC. ~
Information on B.C. college & university program availability, application dates, tuition costs, admission requirements, lengths and more.
Guide that helps find course equivalencies between colleges and universities.
Excellent resource to help students with disabilities move from high school to Post-Secondary and beyond.
Ensure that the private institution you wish to attend is accredited and/or registered with PCTIA.
Post Secondary Choices On-Line Form (PSI) - Sending Transcripts:
To be considered for admission to university/college programs grade 12 students must submit an online Post Secondary Choices form by April 30 for early admission and June 30th for regular admission. Your marks will then be accessed by the Post-Secondary institutions to which you have applied. There is no fee to complete a PSI Choices online form. Your admission offers from university/college may be delayed or denied if you do not authorize the release of your transcript data (marks) via the PSI Choices form through the Government of BC, Ministry of Education. Online form at: https://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/exams/tsw/tsw/student/welcome
*When hardcopy transcripts are required for post-secondary applications or scholarships, you must fill out the “Transcript Request” form in the office. (Cost $5 per request)
Need Further Assistance? – To learn more about your post-secondary options and career exploration drop in to see your Counsellor or the Career Information Advisor, Mr. M. Mayer in the Career Centre, Tuesday,
SEPTEMBER~
Register to write SAT/ACT test at www.collegeboard.com if you plan to attend an American University (unless you have done so in Grade 11).
Scholarship Info begins to arrive in the Career/Counselling Centre (Loran Awards, Canada Trust, etc.) and it is displayed on this website throughout the year. Check the "New this Week" section of the Newsletter, weekly, for new additions and updates. Ensure all documents are sent/received by the specified deadline.
Canadian University Event (CUE) – At McMath Tuesday, September 27, 2011 from 6:30 – 8:30 pm. Richmond students and their parents are invited to attend this very important event. You will be able to talk to representatives from any Canadian University in attendance and to pick up brochures and admission guides.
OCTOBER
Langara College starts accepting applications (at midnight) for admission on October 1, 2011
Douglas College starts accepting applications for admission on October 15, 2011.
Note: ~In all applications for admission you must enter your Personal Education Number (PEN) - this is your Provincial ID. ~You may obtain this number from your counsellor or your homeroom teacher. ~Applications should be submitted to Langara or Douglas as close to the dates shown above as registration in most cases is on a "first-come first-serve" basis. If you are planning to enter university directly after high school graduation, you are strongly encouraged to have a back-up plan by also applying to a college that offers the university program of your choice. See your counsellor or career advisor for clarification before applying.
PSAT 2011 Wednesday, October 12/11 at H.J. Cambie start time 9:30am - Are you considering attending a university/college in the 'USA' after high school graduation? The SAT test is required by American post secondary institutions. Writing the PSAT (Preliminary SAT) test will help you prepare for taking the SAT Reasoning Test and give you the opportunity to experience an actual SAT testing session. For more information about the PSAT/SAT, visit your Career Centre or see the following website: www.collegeboard.com
NOVEMBER~~~
Kwantlen Polytechnic University starts accepting applications on Nov. 1/11: ~Make sure your application gets there as close to this date as possible as registration to University Transfer programs and some selective programs is on a "first-come first-serve" basis. For the Nursing Program you must apply within the first week of November and you must include transcripts showing that you will be completing your pre-requisites during this current school year.
BCIT generally accepts applications after your first report card: ~Your application must be accompanied by a transcript showing your Grade 11 marks and first report Grade 12 marks. ~Depending on your program, a resume and a personal statement may also be required by BCIT at this time. Please visit the BCIT web site at www.bcit.ca~or the Career & Counselling Centre for further details.
British Columbia Post-Secondary Event - Representatives from several colleges/universities will be visiting our school to provide students and their parents with information on their respective institutions.
- MacNeill – Tuesday November 22, 2011 from 8:45 - 10:00 am
Ontario University application: Apply Early!
If you are applying for admission to an Ontario university, it is recommended that BC students apply by January 12th (this is also the deadline for Ontario students applying into their own province). Apply on-line at: www.ouac.on.ca/105 to the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC). Rank your university choices.
For more Ontario post-secondary institution information (including program information), visit the Electronic Info (eINFO) website. www.electronicinfo.ca/en/
DECEMBER
Gr 12 students may now apply to ALL Canadian universities: When applying, you must pay your application fee so that your application will be processed. Do not forget to print out your application confirmation.
JANUARY~
Register to write the TOEFL or/and the LPI, if you are required to do so. Contact the Career/Counselling Centre or individual post-secondary websites for requirements and exemptions.
Emily Car University - Starts accepting applications for admission on January 15/12
FEBRUARY
Make sure your applications to BC universities are received by Feb. 28 - Even though some universities accept applications after this date, it is to your advantage to apply by Feb. 28 as you will have a greater variety of courses available to you at registration time.
*By completing this form, you are giving the Ministry of Education permission to release your marks to the colleges/universities to which you have applied.
If needed arrange to take the TOEFL or the LPI
MARCH
Apply to Capilano University by March 31 for all admission. For university transfer admission, Cap University calculates the average of English 12 and three other academic courses. ~Please see Admission Requirements in Cap's University calendar for details or visit Cap's website at www.capcollege.bc.ca
School Scholarship Program application is available: complete one if you wish to be considered for the scholarships that will be awarded at the Valedictory ceremony.
APRIL
Make sure your TOEFL results have been sent to the institutions to which you have applied.
School Scholarship Program application is available: complete one if you wish to be considered for the scholarships that will be awarded at the Valedictory ceremony.
MAY
Make sure your TOEFL/ LPI results have been sent to the institutions to which you have applied.
JUNE
On-line applications for Government student loans are now open. Apply at: www.StudentAidBC.ca Learn more about student loans, grants, scholarships and the cost of post secondary education at: www.canlearn.ca
Provincial Exams! Grad! Good luck!
ENTRANCE EXAMS
The LPI is accepted by most BC institutions that require an English placement exam to determine if a student's English language skills are at a level to successfully comprehend and complete a first-year university-level English course. In place of the LPI exam, some institutions also offer their own writing assessment or 'placement test'. However, this, 'in-house test', is only accepted by the institution that administers it. Students usually write the LPI or English Placement test in their grade 12 year. Some institutions (like U Vic), must have received the acceptable English proficiency exam results before a student is able to register in a first-year English university course.
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