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Mark R. Isfeld Secondary

Mark R. Isfeld Secondary. Post Secondary Parents’ Presentation 2013 - 2014. What is Post Secondary?. The period of time after graduation Gap Period Post Secondary Education Work. Gap Period. Time for exploration Opportunity to save for future education Not ready to begin PS education

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Mark R. Isfeld Secondary

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  1. Mark R. Isfeld Secondary Post Secondary Parents’ Presentation 2013 - 2014

  2. What is Post Secondary? The period of time after graduation • Gap Period • Post Secondary Education • Work

  3. 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

  4. Post Secondary Education • Upgrading or Preparatory year • Apprenticeship programs • Trades schools • Technology Institutes • Colleges • Universities

  5. 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

  6. Choosing a PS Institution Based on: • The goal • Program • Admission requirements • Grades • Costs • Location

  7. Institution Offerings

  8. 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.bc.ca

  9. 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)

  10. Admission Requirements Colleges, 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

  11. Application Process • Choose institutions to which you will apply • Research their application procedure • Collect necessary information (transcripts, predicted grades, portfolio, letters of reference) • 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!

  12. 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

  13. Provincial Exams To be eligible for BC government Scholarship of $1000… • Competitive (top 5000 students) • Must have min. 73% in English 12 (provincial exam & school mark) • Must pass one exam in each exam category (English 10 & 12, Math 10 Science 10, Social Studies 11)

  14. Provincial Exams 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.

  15. 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

  16. Financial Aid Scholarships • 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 * mainly US institutions * Canadian institutions may give smaller offers

  17. Financial Aid Bursaries • Based on financial need • Organization affiliation may be required for eligibility • Extra curricular/Volunteer involvement often considered • Isfeld or Institution specific

  18. Isfeld Bursaries • Listings available beginning of Feb. • Online or pick up in office • Deadline is March 6 at 3:30 • Available to those applying to universities or colleges; academic or trades programs • NO LATE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED

  19. Financial Aid Web Sites • scholarshipscanada.com • studentawards.com • debtfreegrad.com • BC Student Assistance Program aved.gov.bc.ca/studentaidbc

  20. $$$ Get Organized $$$ • Keep a flex file folder with PSI info • Application forms • Resume • Cover letter or personal statement • Reference letters • Transcript • Budget needs • Other pertinent information (certificates, awards, etc)

  21. Private PS Institutions • Wide range of private institutions offering specialty training • The Private PS Education Commission of BC website maintains a list of accredited programs • SchoolFinder.com provides an extensive list of private PSI training programs • Careful research is needed

  22. 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)

  23. PSI Course Selection • Be prepped and ready long before assigned time • Student Advisors – be sure to utilize this resource • Parents can be involved too

  24. Cost Estimate for One Year UBC UVIC VIU Room & Board 8,823 8,123 6,400 Local Transportation 190 162 640 B.C. Health 512 288 N/A Miscellaneous 2,500 2,000 2,000 Tuition & Fees 6,050 5,365 4,300 Books 1,190 1,700 1,600 TOTAL $19,265 $17,638 $14,940 (Estimate cost for 8 months for 2013-2014)

  25. Cost Estimate for NIC Living Costs* $ ----- Local Transportation 280.00 Miscellaneous 1,600.00 Tuition** 2,734.00 Books 1,000.00 TOTAL $ 5,614.00 * Based on living at home. This amount will vary. ** Based on 10 university transfer courses. (Estimate for 1 year at NIC for 2013-2014)

  26. Research Tools • Online Resources * institution websites (Google it!) * educationplanner.ca * schoolfinder.com * aucc.ca (Ass. of University and Colleges) * bctransferguide.ca • Student Services * Institution View Books * File resources, posters, pamphlets * Computer access

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