MESSAGE FOR STUDENTS: Grades 10 - 12

One of the best ways to learn more about life after high school and why you might consider post-secondary is to experience it in person. From your local college to a larger provincial university, you can take a campus tour, and at this time of year, there many different Information Sessions you can attend. Check out the EVENTS listings on www.postsecondarybc.ca and find out about Campus Tours on the Institution pages. SPRING BREAK is a great time to visit campus

MESSAGE FOR PARENTS – Grades 10 - 12

The Post-Secondary education system is our province is one of the best in the world, but it can also be difficult to understand. To assist both students and parents, the new Post-SecondaryBC website has been developed by 30 colleges and universities in our province as a resource to help everyone learn more about our system and how it works, the terminology, history, credentials and the many different options that are offered. Take a look and explore: www.postsecondarybc.ca

COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY APPLICATIONS

Colleges begin accepting applications on a specific date and cut off applicants once a program is full so the earlier you apply, the better.(make sure it is not before their opening date)

Universities begin accepting applications in early Oct. and consider each application based on a specific set of course/grade criterion, not necessarily how early you’ve applied.  They stop accepting applications on a specific date.
       
To apply to an institution - Students either apply directly to the individual school or use a provincial post-secondary application service.  This is dependent on the school and where it is located.  (Note:  Most institutions use an applications service, otherwise it will be clearly indicated on their website.)  Students will need their 9 digit P.E.N. number and a credit card.

• Apply to B.C. Institutions (colleges & university):   https://apply.educationplannerbc.ca/
• Apply to Alberta Institutions (colleges & university):  https://www.applyalberta.ca/pub/
• Apply to Ontario Universities:  http://www.ouac.on.ca/ouac-105/  (BC students must use this online application service to apply to ALL Ontario universities)
• Apply to Ontario Colleges:  http://www.ontariocolleges.ca/apply
• All Other Institutions:  Varies – check their website

College/University Applications Open:
Open – Vancouver Community College 
Sept 15– Emily Carr University
Oct 1 – Douglas College
Oct 1 – Langara College
Oct 1 - Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Oct 1 – BCIT - for most programs - students should check specific programs as some dates vary:
https://www.bcit.ca/admission/whentoapply.shtml

 
University Application Deadlines:
Jan 15 - University of British Columbia
Check each program as dates vary – University of Northern BC (depending on Program)
Jan 31- Simon Fraser University
Jan 31 - University of Victoria
Jan 15 – Emily Carr University
Mar 31 – Capilano University