Post Secondary Prep. Session #1. Articles for interesting reading! Transcript Verification. Considerations for Post-Secondary planning

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1 Post Secondary Prep Session #1 Articles for interesting reading! Transcript Verification Considerations for Post-Secondary planning Entrance Requirements & Broad Based Admissions How to apply online to UBC, OC, U Vic Tips for applying to the post secondary school Costs of Education & Scholarship news Studying in the USA Important dates to note Q & A

2 Post Secondary Prep Session #1

3 KEEP YOURSELF ORGANIZED!

4 GET INFORMATION!

5 Graduation Requirements BC Ministry of Education = 80 credits OKM = 88 credits + 6 blocks inside timetable Must-haves : min. of 16 gr 12 level credits Grad Transitions 5 prov. exams {En 10, Sc 10, a Ma 10, a SS 11, Eng 12 or Com 12}

6 Grad Status: Track your marks Ministry of Education: Student Secure Web Create account => check marks & exam results

7 Still unsure of a career path? User name: OKM Password: huskies These websites give info on careers, education, where programs are offered, projected income, etc. Very useful!

8 Post-Secondary Info: GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS

9 How Long Will You Study? Certificate: program is one year or less Diploma: program is 2 years in length Associate Degree: 2 years of university transfer course work in Arts or Sciences (up to 60 transfer credits) Degree: program is 4 years in length *also known as an Undergraduate Degree Masters: usually 2 years in length, AFTER your undergraduate degree (6 yrs total) *also known as a Graduate Degree

10 Post-Secondary Options College -certificates, diplomas, and limited degree programs offered -trades programs -University transfer programs Institutes -technical training in a variety of specific trades and careers -programs generally 6 months to 2 years in length -some specialized degree programs available -ex: BCIT, Emily Carr, Justice Institute Apprenticeship -specific training in a skilled trade -on the job experience -4 year work and school rotation (earn while you learn) University -in-depth academic education, with a minimum of a 4 year commitment -degree-granting (undergraduate & graduate degrees) -Professional occupations (law, teaching, dentistry, medicine)

11 Post Secondary Pathways UNIVERSITY vs COLLEGE University Entrance Requirements = Eng approved grade 12 courses (B.C.) Personal profile may be required Competitive entrance Larger professor base More elective course options Research opportunities Work study options Can be more expensive VS College Entrance Requirements: En 12 (Associate of Arts) En 12 + P-Cal 12 (Associate of Science) *university transfer programs Student responsible for transfer: Varied program options in certificate, diploma & technical skills and university transfer Smaller classes Can be less expensive

12 Post Secondary Entrance Requirements in the What s Next? Guide UBC Okanagan p. 22 Okanagan College p. 24 University SCIENCES p. 26 University ARTS p. 27 Approved Gr 12 Courses p. 21

13 Last Year s Entrance Averages - OC Most programs are first apply, first admitted and do not have specific entrance averages Exception: Bachelor of Science in Nursing Entrance Average last year 86%

14 Last Year s Entrance Averages - UBC UBC Vancouver UBC Okanagan To be considered, students must have an average in the mid to high 80% s To be considered, students must have an average in the mid 70s to low 80% s *Nursing mid to high 80 s Stronger grades together with a strong personal profile will be required in order to be considered competitive for admission *min. of 70% in English 11 or 12 *75% blended final or 80% Term 3 English 12 mark to register in 1 st year English course *minimum of 67% in English 12 *70% blended final English 12 mark to register in 1 st year English course

15 Entrance Averages These are the minimum admission averages to be considered for entrance to a competitive entrance program University of Victoria Simon Fraser University Business 80%+ Engineering 70% (73% in Math 12) Fine Arts 67% Human/Social Development 67% Humanities 67% Science 67% Social Sciences 67% Education, Health Information Science, Nursing and Social Work are not available directly from high school Applied Sciences (Eng) 85% Arts and Social Sciences 86% Business 85%+ BBA Education 87% Health Sciences 87% Science 86% Environment 85% Communication, Art & Tech 85%

16 WARNING: ONLINE COURSES Grade 12 students taking a DL (online) course for post-secondary entrance : COMPLETE ANY ONLINE COURSE FOR GRAD &/or POST-SECONDARY ENTRANCE BEFORE FEBRUARY 1 st. Make certain your online school reports your final mark to the Ministry of Education.

17 Online PSI CHOICES Form Complete a Post Secondary Choices Form online referred to as a PSI Form This allows the post secondary school to receive your marks electronically ALL students planning to attend Post Secondary MUST do this by March 1, 2014 BC Ministry of Education: Student Secure Web *same place where students check provincial exam results Must have your PEN # to create your account & do your PSI selection NOW OPEN ~ Instructions in Counselling Centre!

18 Transcript Verification Report TVR Check your transcript for accuracy. Make any corrections necessary directly on the transcript. Many institutions will require you to selfreport your grades. What will a transcript be used for this year? PEN -PIN-MIN: Provincial Ed Number

19 The Costs of Education TUITION STUDENT FEES HEALTH FEES DENTAL FEES BOOKS & SUPPLIES HOUSING FOOD TRANSPORTATION What is your financial plan?

20 UBC Online Cost Calculator Select your campus: Vancouver or Okanagan tab Select How much will it cost to attend UBC Select Find out the costs for your program Allows students to total their costs, with variables for living arrangements and program choice.

21 The Cost of Education Example: UBC-O ARTS EDUCATIONAL COSTS (Full first-year course load) Tuition $4794 Student fees $889 Books $2020 LIVING COSTS (8 months) Room and board $0 Transportation (bus) $240 Personal expenses $2,500 Phone $960 BC Health Insurance $512 Educational costs $7,703 Living costs $4,212 ESTIMATED TOTAL COST $11,915 and that s with living at home for FREE

22 The Cost of Education Example: Okanagan College Associate of Arts EDUCATIONAL COSTS (Full first-year course load) Tuition $3,567 Student fees $470 Books $1,500 LIVING COSTS (8 months) Room and board $0 Transportation (bus) $240 Personal expenses $2,500 Phone $960 Health & Dental $250 Educational costs $5,537 Living costs $3,950 ESTIMATED TOTAL COST $9,487 and that s with living at home for FREE

23 PROGRAM OC Program Costs COST Bachelor of Nursing - years 1 & 2 $11, Dental Assistant Certificate $4, Civil Engineering Technology Diploma - years 1 & 2 $10, Culinary Arts Certificate $4, Early Childhood Education Diploma years 1 &2 $7, Electronic Engineering Technology Diploma years 1 & 2 $11, Human Service Work Diploma years 1 & 2 $6, Mechanical Engineering Technology Diploma years 1 & 2 $10, Network and Telecom Engineering Diploma years 1 & 2 $10, Practical Nursing Certificate (LPN) entire 18 month program $10, Residential Construction $3, Therapist Assistant Diploma years 1 & 2 $7, Welding Level C $3,779.34

24 Post-Secondary Info: APPLYING TO POST- SECONDARY

25 Post Secondary Applications Everyone should have PLAN A and PLAN B! (plus maybe Plan C & D & E ) SUBMIT MULTIPLE APPLICATIONS TO KEEP YOUR OPTIONS OPEN! =

26 Tips for Applying Online Set aside at least one hour to complete the application Have your PEN number and SIN number handy When asked where you attended school, be sure to identify where you attended for grades 9-12 as they want to know you have taken school in English for the past 4 yrs (grades 9-12) Know your full mailing address with postal code address needs to be the one you check the most frequently (Not a school district account) will be the primary method of communication from post-sec. Application fee payment due at the time of application so you ll also need to have a credit card handy Apply as early as possible for OC

27 Why Apply Early? Please apply as soon as possible because: 1. Some college programs are first apply, first in and those ones tend to fill up very quickly. 2. If the post-secondary institution requires additional information from you, you then have the time to fulfill their requests without further delaying your application. 3. Some schools allow students to choose courses based on application date. Therefore if you are late in applying you may not et the classes you want.

28 DID YOU KNOW? Your Grade 11 final grades AND your Grade 12 First Semester final grades are used by the post secondary schools to determine whether or not you are accepted. It is IMPERATIVE that your grades are meeting the admission standards, set by the college/university, by your January report card Don t slack off, and don t think you can wait until June to get the marks you need!! Be sure to complete your PSI on line before March 1

29 How to Apply to OKANAGAN COLLEGE Click on become a student 3. Click on High School 4. Click on How to Apply 5. Click on Apply Now Choose Program *Non-refundable application fee -$30 *Friday November 1, 2013 online applications begin at 8:30 am *Some programs are first come first served, so apply as early as possible *Some programs available until filled, so no set close date *OC Career Fair at KLO Campus on Sunday, Nov. 2 (10:30 am - 3:00pm) **No App fee if apply at Career Fair

30 How to Apply to U VIC Click on Future Students Undergraduate 3. Click on Apply Online 4. Click Ready to Apply 5. Apply for Undergraduate Studies 6. New Applicant/Create Profile *Create a profile *Note: $68.85 non-refundable application fee (Visa, MC AMEX or cheque) *Online applications open September 1 February 28 deadline *Self-report final grade 11 marks from October 1- November 30 to be considered for early admission:

31 How to Apply to UBC Click on Prospective Studentundergraduate 3. Click on campus of choice 4. Click on Apply to UBC for New user: create an account *Non-refundable application fee of $61.20 *One application for both campuses *Must indicate 1 st & 2 nd choice of program and campus *Online application is now open and closes February 3, 2014 * ALLOW LOTS OF TIME!!!

32 UBC: Broad Based Admission Academic Profile + Personal Profile = ENTRANCE (admission course mark average) (full length answers to prompts) A Personal Profile requires CAREFUL, REFLECTIVE THOUGHT in every answer. Focus less on listing / describing activities. Focus instead on what you have learned through these experiences.

33 UBC Personal Profile 1. Tell us about an experience that caused you to rethink or change your perspective. What impact has this had on you? (200 words) 2. Explain how you responded to a significant challenge that you have encountered and what you learned in the process. (200 words) 3. Describe up to 5 activities that you have pursued in 1 or more of the following areas: leadership/group contributions; academics; sports; creative & performing arts; work; service to others. Provide a short description of each (50 words), indicating dates and times. 4. Tell us more about one of the activities explaining what your goals were, what you did to pursue them, the results achieved, and what you learned in the process. (200 words) 5.Use a Word Document to prepare you Profile answers and then cut and paste your final copy into the online application to avoid lost work.

34 UBC Personal Profile Explain how you responded to a significant challenge that you have encountered and what you learned in the process. (200 words) At the first of my volunteer work in the old folks home, the people there were distant. They just thought what I did was just a show or to finish the work made by my school. I just kept going there every week and did what I could do. Finally, all the people are happy to see me when I get there. It may be hard to get along with the others. But if I can show my patience and sincerity to them, I will succeed in the end. Moreover, remember to be honest.

35 UBC Personal Profile Explain how you responded to a significant challenge that you have encountered and what you learned in the process. (200 words) During the last few years my biggest challenge has been to find my direction. This became even more important during my last two years of secondary school. I knew that what I wanted to do and what I ultimately feel that I should do, is write, but it can be hard to commit to an art form when there are so many things worth devoting ones time to. It was incredibly difficult for me to reconcile my desire to tell stories with my desire to affect my community in a much more tangible way.

36 UBC Personal Profile (con t.) I felt for a long time that the act of writing would not and could not influence someone as positively as the cure for a disease or childcare and that it might be seen as a frivolous choice. Within the last six months, however, I have come to realize that stories are imperative to our survival and our relationships with one another. It is how we attempt to be remembered, how we teach our children, how we teach ourselves and, most importantly, how we share. Stories ward off loneliness, and I feel perfectly happy committing to that cause.

37 UBC Personal Profile The critical factor is how the applicant can explain how he was able to learn and grow from experiences he has had. REFLECTIVE THOUGHT CAN MAKE THE DIFFERENCE! ** Two references will also be required, one of which must be in connection with an activity listed and one must be a school official.

38 Planning to Study in the USA? You must write the SAT test OR the ACT. Contact your postsecondary school to find what test is accepted. OKM school number for SAT SAT info & registrations: ($54 US) ACT info & registrations: ($35 US) SAT tests are written at George Elliott (test centre # 94498) ACT tests are written in Kamloops SAT test dates for this school year: Oct. 5, Nov. 2, Dec. 7, Jan. 25, May 3, June 7

39 Post-Secondary Info: FUNDING YOUR EDUCATION

40 Funding an Education Passport to Education - $1000 Provincial Exam Scholarship - $1000 District Scholarship - $1000 Entrance Scholarship - $ Major Entrance - $ $40,000 COBSS - $300--$2000 Parent Support Personal Savings Co-Op Education - $8000+ Government Student Loans - $3000+ On Campus Jobs - $1000+

41 Graduation Exam Scholarships 1. Write 5 Graduation Exams (En 10, Sc 10, a Math 10, SS 11 or FNS 12, & an En 12) 2. Must complete both the course and the exam 3. ENGLISH 12 BLENDED FINAL MARK (school + exam = BF) = 73% 4. Rank among top 5,000 grade 12 students in BC The Ministry of Education will average each student s 5 exams and award $1,000 to the top 5,000 grade 12 students in the province.

42 Start your scholarship search What s Next? Guide Section G: Funding More info on bursaries and scholarships at the COBSS and Awards Meeting in December (TBA) in the MP Room

43 UBC-Major Entrance Scholarship $5,000- $40,000 Information obtained from the Academic Profile & the Personal Profile on the Application form will be used to choose recipients. No additional application is necessary. To be considered for this your application must be completed by December 10, 2014

44 UBC- Entrance Award up to $40,000 Recognizes students who are academically qualified, but who would not otherwise be able to attend without significant financial assistance You and your family must complete an application to demonstrate great financial need. A nomination letter is required from someone who is well-acquainted with you, and can comment on your character and financial situation Online application closes Jan 31 st, 2015 at 4pm

45 Upcoming Dates UBC Information Meeting: October 21 st at 7pm Post Secondary Mini-Fair in the MP Room Thursday, October 8th from 1 to 3pm. You will be called down to the MP room by class. University of Calgary Visit Tuesday, October 21 st at noon in the Counselling Ctr. University of Alberta Wednesday, November 5 th at noon in the Counselling Ctr. University of Saskatchewan Thursday, November 20 th at noon in the Counselling Ctr. University of Guelph Tuesday, November 25 th at noon TENTATIVELY McGill University and Queen s University Visit TBA

46 Upcoming Dates OC Application opens Nov 3 8:30am Okanagan College Career Fair - Sunday, November 2nd 10:30 am 3:30 pm at the KLO campus COBSS and Awards Information Meeting December TBA in the MP Room December 10 th UBC Major Entrance Scholarship Deadline January 31st UBC Application Deadline

47 Question and Answer This is your time to ask questions regarding your post secondary education. Thanks for coming!