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Post Secondary Parents’ Presentation
2015 - 2016
Mark R. Isfeld Secondary
Supporting Your Grad
Encourage and explore all options
Listen to their ideas and dreams
Validate their concerns
Support their decision-making process
Communicate, communicate, communicate
What is Post Secondary?
The period of time after high school graduation
Gap Period
Post Secondary Education
Work
Gap Period Time for exploration Opportunity to save for future
education Not ready to begin PS education
Travel Volunteering (locally or abroad) Exchange Programs Work
Post Secondary Education
Upgrading or Preparatory year Apprenticeship/Trades programs Technology Institutes Colleges Universities
Choosing a PS Institution
Based on:
The goal
Program
Admission requirements
Grades
Costs
Location
Where to Begin Decide upon which programs to apply Choose institutions that offer the
programs Ensure you are enrolled in the correct
prerequisites in order to qualify for chosen program
Achieve appropriate grades in order to qualify
Important website to help you plan educationplanner.ca
Admission Requirements
University
Specific to institution, faculty or program
Minimum level of achievement Fill seats from highest achieving
students until all seats are filled Application deadline must be met
(February 28 in B.C. for most PSIs)
Admission RequirementsColleges, Trades Programs & Institutes
Typically seats filled on a FIRST COME, FIRST QUALIFIED, FIRST SERVED
Some programs are now COMPETITVE Opening dates are important Minimum grades in specific subjects
may be required May have other specific requirements May not need high school graduation for
some programs
Application Process Choose institutions to which you will apply
Research their application procedure
Collect necessary information
(transcripts, predicted grades, portfolio, reference letters)
Apply on-line (applybc.ca) or by mail
Await conditional acceptance
Pay registration deposit
Register for courses on the date allocated
Continue to achieve best grades possible!
How does APPLYBC work?
Create a student account Common form
*personal information
*needs to be filled out only once Institution specific application
*select preferred program
*start date
*pay institution application fee
Housing Universities and some colleges have
student housing. Check for application opening date. First come, first serve. Now some
institutions guarantee housing for first year students. A deposit is required.
The housing application is separate from admission.
Many options available (e.g. meal plans, shared/single rooms)
Cost Estimate for One YearUBC UVIC
VIU
Room & Board 10,000 8,1236,400Local Transportation 190 162 640B.C. Health 512 288 N/A Miscellaneous 2,500 2,0002,000Tuition & Fees 6,050 5,4584,300Books 1,190 1,7001,600
TOTAL $20,442 $17,731 $14,940
(Estimate cost for 8 months for 2015-2016)
Cost Estimate for NICLiving Costs* $ -----Local Transportation 280.00Miscellaneous 1,600.00Tuition** 2,950.00Books 1,200.00
TOTAL $ 6,030.00
* Based on living at home. This amount will vary.
** Based on 10 university transfer courses.
(Estimate for 1 year at NIC for 2015-2016)
Provincial ScholarshipsExams
To be eligible for BC government
Scholarship of $1000…
Competitive (top 5000 students in BC)
Must have min. 73% in English 12
(provincial exam & school mark)
(Ending in 2015-16)
Provincial ScholarshipsExams
To be eligible for BC government
Scholarship of $2500…
Competitive (top 20 students) Based on exam percentage score Academic Medal of Excellence
awarded to students who achieve 100% in all 5 provincial exams.
(Ending in 2015-16)
ProvincialDistrict/Authority Awards$1000 (voucher)
Fine Arts Applied Skills Physical Activity Second Languages Community Service Technical and Trades Training Indigenous Languages/Culture
ProvincialDistrict/Authority Awards
Number of awards vary each year.
Candidates must have demonstrated
superior achievement in an area.
Isfeld teachers nominate candidates.
BC Excellence Scholarship
$5000
Competitive (top 55 students) Based on demonstrated community
service & leadership in school and community.
Must exemplify competency in variety of areas.
School will nominate one student.
BC Achievement Scholarship
$1250
3000 awards for 2015-16 year.
Based on students’ achievement in Grades 10, 11, and 12 courses.
Must attain 73% or better in English 12, Communications 12 or English 12 First Peoples.
Financial Aid Student Loans
* government loans given to students demonstrating financial need; students are considered a dependent for 48 months following high school graduation
* interest free while in full time study
Work Study
* programs funded by some institutions for those who are loan recipients and demonstrate financial need
Co-op Programs
* students may apply for a work term related to their field of study usually after their second year
Financial AidScholarships
Provincial & University/College * based on academic achievement
Organizations * rigorous application process based on academics
and other achievements – check with employers to
see if they offer any scholarships for dependents
Sports
Financial Aid
Bursaries
Based on financial need Organization affiliation may be
required for eligibility Extra curricular / Volunteer
involvement often considered
Isfeld Bursaries
Listings available beginning of Feb.
Online or pick up in office
Deadline is March 11 at 3:30.
Preparation information will be presented during PLC times from October – February.
Get Organized Keep a folder with PSI info Application forms Resume Cover letter or personal statement Reference letters Transcript Budget needs Other pertinent information
(certificates, awards, etc)
Questions?