Most universities across Canada will have deadlines from January-early March. Langara College and Douglas College applications are usually available til April or May.
Get prepared by knowing where you want to apply and to which program. Viewbooks from most universities and colleges are in the Career Centre and usually on the university/college website as well. If you have questions about applying, see Ms. Fernandes in the Career Centre.
You will need your BC Provincial PEN number, which is the nine-digit number on your GO Card or report card.
Kwantlen, Langara, Douglas College: These schools start considering applications as soon as they come in and if you are applying to a "limited intake" program, there are usually not many spots so it is advised to apply as early as possible.
Deadlines: Plan to work on your application well before the deadline, especially if you are applying to UBC or another school/program with a supplemental application (see below).
Personal profiles or supplemental applications: Some universities, like UBC, have a Personal Profile or a Supplemental Essay that you have to include with your application so these applications take more time. Other examples of universities that have this are Queen's and Waterloo. Also, if you are applying to a Business program there is usually a supplemental application, either an essay or a video essay or interview.
Everyone needs a Plan B: Plan to have at least one back-up option: universities like UBC or UVic will let you select a back-up option in your application, or your backup may be a college program where it may be possible to transfer to university after 1-2 years if you choose.
There is information in the Career Centre on gap year options (travel, volunteer programs etc.) Students planning to postpone post-secondary school and enter the workforce after graduation could also look into Work Experience or Experience programs with Ms. Burr.
​Below is an overview of how to self-report your grades or send Term 1 transcripts to universities/colleges. If you are unsure of what you need to send or how to send your information, please see Ms. Fernandes.
Login to your portal at the university/college using the student number sent to you from that institution.
In this portal, you can self-report your grades (if they have self-reporting), apply for scholarships, submit supplemental applications, pay tuition, and eventually register for classes.