I realise that schools in the States are the focus here, but does anyone know what admissions are like for American students applying to UBC…or for that matter, Canadian schools in general? I know that admissions are based primarily on grades/courses, so what is considered a solid academic background? How is AP viewed against IB?
Thanks for any information!
<p>oo ya id like to know, also</p>
<p>Just as a general rule of thumb, IB takes precedence over AP in Canada.</p>
<p>For instance, the University of Toronto, Canada's major univeristy doesn't offer AP credits in many areas, i.e. AP Calculus AB or BC.</p>
<p>Admissions to Canadian universities is based solely upon grades/courses and within Canada most undergraduate programs have specific course requirements. For instance, engineering will require Discrete Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Calculus and your choice of two other courses; at least that's the case in Canada. With regards to international admissions:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.ubc.ca/international%5B/url%5D">http://www.ubc.ca/international</a></p>
<p>This link isn't working at the moment on my own browser, but maybe it'll work on yours.</p>
<p>Hmm, I figured as much. My school doesn't offer IB, though, and I honestly don't know much about the program. I'll have taken 8 AP courses by graduation, though, which is generally viewed here as pretty good. </p>
<p>I didn't know if there was a certain percentage of international students that were admitted, and if being from America I would have less of a chance.</p>
<p>To correct Chancellor_Phoenix 's link, try <a href="http://www.international.ubc.ca/%5B/url%5D">http://www.international.ubc.ca/</a></p>
<p>I got into UBC with a 1320 SAT, 3.99 GPA, and 31 ACT. I took five APs, four tests, and no IB.</p>
<p>It's a gorgeous campus, and really well known in canada as a good research university.</p>
<p>Could someone tell me my chance at UBC?</p>
<p>I'm currently admitted to McGill University but I really would like to live in the west coast. Could someone explain how UBC make decision just on grades? The college really only look at 4 course grades from junior and senior year for scholarship & admission decision? When do you usually hear from them?</p>
<p>I'm applying for freshmen to the faculty of engineering.</p>
<p>I have sent my SAT: 1390 (composite) SATII: 780 chem, 790 math iic, 780 physics</p>
<p>AP Calc AB = 5
AP Chem = 5</p>
<p>Junior Year: English B+, B
AP calc B+, A-
AP chem A, A+
human anatomy A+
US history A-, B+</p>
<p>senior (1 sems): AP physics A
AP bio A
english A-
government A
AP calc BC(indp study) A
Economics A</p>
<p>Overall gpa: 3.83 uw (overseas American highschool)</p>
<p>your chances are very very good</p>
<p>undefinex -
Have you received admission notification from McGlill already? I thought the admission release date is March 18?</p>
<p>Yes I have. My counselors where surprise about how early it is too.
btw. I have canadian citizenship.</p>
<p>Does anyone know when to put the deposit for canadian universities or Mcgill in particular?</p>
<p>McGill University
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
February 15, 2005</p>
<p>Dear ....
An admission decision on your application to the program(s) handled by the Admissions, Recruitment and Registrar's Office of McGill University has now been made. To view the decision(s), please log in to MINERVA ......
Best Wishes</p>
<p>McGill University
Admissions, Recruitment and Registrar's Office</p>
<p>Canadian universities admissions decisions aren't released all on one day like they are in the U.S. If you have very good grades, you will be sent an earlier letter in some cases.</p>
<p>Did any of you apply for a major scholarship at McGill? Could that be the reason why my son hasn't heard from McGill yet? BTW, my son is Canadian.</p>
<p>Canadians with a grade twelve average greater than 92% automatically receive a $3000 entrance scholarship to McGill. I don't know about your definition of "major", but $3000 isn't that bad.</p>
<p>Difference between Basic Scholarship and Major Scholarship - copied from McGill web site.</p>
<p>Entrance scholarships range in value from $3,000 to $10,000 renewable. All scholarships are merit-based and financial need is not considered. McGill University offers two types of entrance scholarships:</p>
<ol>
<li>Basic scholarships. Eligibility is based solely on academic achievement.</li>
<li>Major scholarships. Eligibility is based on a combination of academic achievement and leadership qualities.</li>
</ol>
<p>For Major Scholarships Valued At $5,000 and Above</p>
<p>Students who meet the minimum academic requirements and also have significant leadership activities can apply for a major scholarship, where consideration will be given to academic achievement and leadership in school and/or community activities. Please note that our criterion is "leadership" and we are looking for more than simple participation in extracurricular activities. Student who apply for, but do not receive, a major scholarship will be considered automatically for a basic scholarship. To apply for a major entrance scholarship, please follow the instructions below.</p>
<p>For all eligible applicants applying for a major scholarship: check off the appropriate box on the application for admission and provide the following documents by the appropriate admission deadline date.</p>
<ol>
<li><p>Form 3 from the paper application OR a cover sheet indicating family name, first name and date of birth with all supporting documents attached. Name and date of birth should also be on the top right-hand corner of each document.</p></li>
<li><p>A factual list of principal interests and activities while in school or CEGEP, including awards, offices held, and other extra-curricular and athletic participation. The list should be in chronological order, covering only the last three years and beginning with the current year.</p></li>
<li><p>A list of up to a maximum of six books or major articles read during the past year (exclude selections which were required for school or CEGEP courses). Choose one of them and explain in a maximum of 200 words why you read it and why it was significant.</p></li>
<li><p>An essay of no more than 500 words explaining what and where you expect to be 20 years from now and what will have been the role of your education.</p></li>
<li><p>Two letters of reference, one academic and one activity-related. Letters of reference must be submitted in envelopes sealed and signed across the flap by the author of the letter. It would be appreciated if letters could be typed and, where possible, that they be prepared on letterhead stationery.</p></li>
<li><p>High school and secondary level students only -- signed statement from the school indicating the size of your class and your rank in class. If your school does not rank students, a statement to that effect from the school should be provided, if possible. Documents should be provided on school letterhead, and placed in a sealed envelope, signed across the flap by the author. Where possible, a school profile should be provided.</p></li>
<li><p>High school and secondary level students only -- photocopy of your transcript to date covering the current and previous year. Canadian high school students who do not have marks for the current year available at the time of application are responsible for having another transcript sent with first term marks no later than March 1.</p></li>
</ol>
<p>Finalists for the scholarships valued at $5,000 or more may be interviewed.</p>
<p>Hi i had doing a levels. i got AAAA in physics chemistry math and business studies in as level i am pakistani. I also need scholarship do you think i have good chance at ubc because i love ubc</p>