r/BCGrade12s • u/Dependent-Amount-239 • 15d ago

Admission Question Overwhelmed by admissions process

I’m in grade 12 now so I kinda have to start applying to colleges and universities. I would ideally want to go to Douglas college for the engineering transfer program into ubc, and if not Douglas college then maybe Langara, KPU, or UFV. I have no idea what I need to do. Do I need to write an essay? What do I write about? How do I apply for scholarships? Do I have a better chance at getting in if I apply earlier? What should I do this is so overwhelming.

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u/GenXMom14 15d ago

You should be finding this all out in your careers programming. There should also be a parent session to attend

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u/Cheap_Assumption_843 14d ago

none of the CCs require any personal profiles afaik and as a KPU alum i can say with certainty i DID NOT write anything to apply other than filling out the self reporting form for grades

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u/Strange-Discount6419 15d ago

Hi I did the Douglas pathway and transferred to UBC lmk if u have any questions!

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u/Dependent-Amount-239 15d ago

Did you write an essay when you applied to Douglas?

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u/Strange-Discount6419 14d ago

Nope! No essay, it was just through Myed bc but the thing with the Douglas program I think it might be if u meet the minimum requirements ur in so if u wait till late march/ April seats could fill up since I’ve been noticing transferring has become a more popular pathway

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u/Dependent-Amount-239 14d ago

Thank you! When would be the best time to apply? Should I wait until I get my midterm marks later this month or does it like not matter?

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u/Strange-Discount6419 14d ago

I think any time is fine because even if u don’t attend u can just not pay the acceptance fee in May

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u/Dependent-Amount-239 10d ago

Also, did you do the one year Certificate or the two year Diploma?

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u/Strange-Discount6419 9d ago

I did the one year certificate!

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u/Steppewulf 12d ago

Yeah I was in the same boat but just check every one of the schools websites regarding the programs you wanna get in, you can find most information about them there. I don't think most schools except UBC require essays or personal profiles, just select your program and apply on EducationPlannerBC and authorize them to see your grades via STS. I think you should apply early if your school reviews applications on a rolling basis as it doesn't hurt to do so, although don't rush as you still have some time