University of British Columbia:Fall Upates

Application Deadlines UBC’s two application deadlines are as follows: First round offers (+ major entrance scholarships): December 1, 2017 Final application deadline: January 15, 2018 Refer to the Admissions Blog to keep up to date on application tips, event notices, and more! Undergraduate entrance scholarships The Major Entrance Scholarship program recognizes exceptional students for their academic and non-academic achievements with awards of up to $60,000. Students who apply by December 1 will receive automatic consideration. The Centennial Scholars Entrance Award is designed to improve access to post-secondary education for exceptional students facing significant financial barriers. This award is valued up to $80,000 and requires a separate application. The deadline to apply is December 1.  Scholarships for Aboriginal Students A number of Major Entrance Scholarships and Centennial Scholars Entrance Awards are designated specifically for Aboriginal students. Applicants can self-identify as Aboriginal in their application to UBC. International undergraduate entrance scholarships UBC also recognizes the achievements of outstanding students from around the world by devoting non-public funds to scholarships and awards for international students. All eligible candidates who apply to UBC by January 15, 2018 will be automatically considered for an award. Tuition waiver for youth in care UBC offers a tuition waiver for eligible youth aging out of care. Students can identify as a current or former youth in care in their application to UBC.  Housing deadline The deadline to apply for housing at UBC is May 1, 2018. Please note that it is a separate application this year. You and your students can learn more about the process on the Okanagan and Vancouver housing application websites.