• We have several different types of admission categories depending on your individual educational background. The UNBC Calendar provides detailed information. You can also direct any questions you have to the Office of Student Recruitment.
  

Admission Requirements - High School 

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• A PEN number is your “Personal Education Number.” It is used for High School entry students so the University can access your grade reports from the Ministry of Education. Please be sure to sign off on your Options Form available from your high school guidance counselor.

• No. If English is your first language, a second language is not required for admission to UNBC. Languages on our “approved course list” can be used towards admissions but are not required.
• If English is not a student’s first language, students must meet our English requirements.

English Language Requirements

 

What is UNBC's reputation?

• Despite being one of Canada’s youngest universities, UNBC has quickly gained a national and international reputation for excellence. Don’t take our word for it. Maclean’s magazine has ranked UNBC fourth in Canada – and best in western Canada – among 22 small universities for the second year in a row. In 2005 and 2006, the only universities that ranked higher than UNBC were all more than 150 years old. Among the attributes that receive accolades are the professors, class sizes, and the high quality of the students attending the University. There are also provincial and national surveys of university students and graduates. Again, UNBC consistently ranks at or near the top of the list for student/alumni satisfaction. Finally, national surveys of research activity have shown that UNBC is even more research-intensive than some universities that have medical schools, contributing to UNBC’s reputation across Canada and around the world. Typically, UNBC ranks either first or second in Canada for its ability to publish research findings. Students are often directly involved with research, helping to contribute to new discoveries. 

UNBC News Release of Maclean's ranking (2006)

See why Maclean's ranks UNBC "Best in the West" (2005)

A national survey of university graduates conducted by Maclean’s

Survey of BC university graduates
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UNBC's Academic Strengths

• Application deadlines vary depending on each program, though since UNBC does begin taking applications in September for the following year it is best to apply as early as possible. You can apply in person, online, or through the mail for any of the Fall, Spring, or Summer semesters.
• Note: it is a good idea to apply early so paperwork and the admission process are completed long before registration begins.

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Admission Deadlines

• Yes, you need to specify your intended program on your application.

• If you applied in the area of Arts, Commerce and/or Science then you are able to switch programs after you apply.  Since the admission requirements for these three degree areas are essentially the same, students are free to explore their options in their first year.  However, once you have reached 10 classes or 30 credit hours you will be asked to declare a major so it is a good idea for you to speak with an Academic Advisor.

Academic Advising Centre

• You can upgrade some high school sciences at UNBC in order to meet course prerequisites. For example we offer the equivalent to Physics 12 and Math 12. However you cannot do general upgrading at UNBC; you must meet general admission requirements in order to take any class for credit at the university.

• There are 7 in fact! Click here for Seven Steps to Becoming a UNBC Student.

• Yes! Applicants interested in our Nursing programs in Prince George, Quesnel and Terrace must apply for each cohort separately.

Nursing Program

• For information on how we calculate GPA’s use this handy Advising Centre guide.

• Absolutely! UNBC has $1.8 million in scholarships and bursaries to give away so be sure to apply! Our Awards and Financial Aid department can help students with their Award applications and any other financial aid and funding issues. 

Financial Aid

• All fees are due the first day of each semester.

• UNBC offers guaranteed housing for first year, first entry students. Be sure to apply and pay their application fee by the March 1st deadline to be eligible for the guarantee. Housing fees include satellite TV service, high speed internet connection, local phone (voice mail, call waiting and call display) and utilities.
  

Housing & Residence Life

• Last year, the average entering grade of students from high school was 82%.
• The minimum admission average for these programs for admission from high school is 65%. For transfer students a 2.0 grade point average is required.

Admission Requirements

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• That depends on what is right for you.
• Typically, in order to complete a degree in 4 years, students take 5 classes a semester – 10 classes a year; but with spring/summer classes and students taking an extra semester to finish a degree, anything goes. It is really about finding the right balance for you and your success. Academic Advisors are available throughout your university education to help you with this process.

Academic Advising Centre

• When you are admitted to UNBC, you may register, provided the course schedule has been finalized. This is usually in March. You can register online or in person.

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Course Schedule

Degree Requirements

• We have a couple of pretty decent hills right in the city, with some world class ski hills only a few hours away. Many of the clubs on campus sponsored through the Northern Undergraduate Student Society (NUGSS) sponsor weekend trips to the local hills.

NUGSS 

Hart Ski Hill – 15 mins (no website)

Tabor Mountain – 30 mins
Purden Purden – 1 hour
Powder King – 2/3 hours
Jasper – 4 hours
Smithers – 4 hours

• Absolutely! Simply call or email us the Office of Student Recruitment and we will set something up for you. 
• You can also take a virtual tour.

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Virtual Tour of Campus 

• UNBC offers a great Student for a Day program. This is an exciting program that provides students with the opportunity to participate in classes relevant to their program of interest, enjoy lunch, speak with university representatives and take a campus tour.

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Student for a Day

• Student Recruitment and Academic Advisors are here to answer all of your questions. If you have not yet applied to UNBC, contact a Student Recruitment Officer. If you are a current student (if you have applied and been accepted), contact the Academic Advising Centre.

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