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Dr. Fiona Walton (Associate Professor of Education) was among 10 professors chosen from across Canada to be awarded a

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3M National Teaching Fellowship in 2012.

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» consistently listed as one of Canada’s top universities (ranked fourth in 2012 “among primarily undergraduate universities” Maclean’s) » highly ranked for student-faculty interaction (NSSE) » $4.4 million in scholarships » award-winning faculty » writing, math, and science help centres » First-Year Advisement Centre » approx. 4,600 students » affordable tuition » great food » modern residences

» nine Panther sport teams » student clubs and societies » student supports and resources » dynamic cultural scene

» home to 15 funded research chairs, including a prestigious Canada Excellence Research Chair in Aquatic Epidemiology » five 3M Teaching Award winners » expanding graduate programs » dozens of specialized centres of research excellence » co-op and professional internship placements » international academic exchanges

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your island.

Prince Edward Island (PEI), Canada’s smallest province, is located on the east coast in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. It has an excellent reputation for safety and quality of life. With its beautiful beaches, scenic fishing villages, and family farms, it is a favourite visitor destination. whitehorse 

 yellowknife

 iqaluit

charlottetown

  edmonton  victoria

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 st. john’s  winnipeg

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UPEI is located in PEI’s capital city, Charlottetown. With a population of 35,000, the city combines the feel of a small town with the vibrancy and conveniences of a larger community. It boasts many fine restaurants and pubs, music and theatre venues, a picturesque waterfront, and a yearround farmers’ market across the street from campus.

 toronto

 fredericton  halifax

In 2014, UPEI will join the rest of the province in celebrating the 150th anniversary of the historic meeting in PEI that led to the creation of Canada—why Charlottetown is called the “Birthplace of Confederation.”

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your university.

Your Success.

Some students know what they want to do from a very young

By the time Virginia Arsenault was six years old, she dreamt of

age, but others don’t. At the University of Prince Edward Island, we can help you discover your place in the world.

she was told that her right kidney was no longer functioning and

climbing Mount Everest. But Virginia’s dream seemed remote when needed to be removed. So while studying at UPEI, Virginia became an

At UPEI, our award-winning professors know you by name. Our programs provide an excellent academic foundation in a wide range of subject areas. Our facilities are state of the art. And by getting involved—in everything from student politics to international travel to meaningful research in a real-world setting—you will become part of a tightly knit community that takes great pride in helping you succeed!

Coming our way? Book a tour! Stay a night in

residence. Eat in the cafeteria. Work out at the fitness centre.

Talk to a professor. Our academic advisement team is ready to meet you anytime. Call us at 1-800-606-UPEI.

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avid volunteer with the Kidney Foundation of Canada. That summer, Virginia started her mountaineering quest, and conquered some of the tallest peaks in the world. Virginia is now raising funds and awareness about the Foundation before she tackles her next challenge in the Himalayas—climbing three peaks all higher than 5500 m this fall. And this comes just after Virginia graduated at the top of her class in May 2012 with her Bachelor of Arts degree, having received the Ambrose Kwok-Yau Lee Award and the UPEI Alumni Association Prize. She is currently working on her honours thesis at UPEI.

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2011 New Student Orientation (NSO)

UPEI—Your best choice

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Learn more

GET STARTED!

 campus tours

 sign up for jumpstart

Book a personal or group tour—call 1.800.606.UPEI or visit upei.ca/tour.

 facebook & twitter Like us at facebook.com/UniversityofPEI

so you can connect with other students. Follow us on Twitter @upei and find events, student jobs on campus, and ask questions.

 societies, clubs, & activities

Go to societies.upeisu.ca to find out about student societies, clubs, and events.

 scholarships, awards, & Bursaries

UPEI offers access to more than $4.4 million throughout the school year. Apply by March 1 to be automatically considered for entrance scholarships. upei.ca/scholarships

 more info Call 1-800-606-UPEI and ask for an information package, or go to upei.ca/currentstudents.

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Once you’ve applied and been accepted, get a “Jumpstart” on university life at moodle.upei.ca.

 new student orientation (NSO) Don’t miss this fun, week-long introduction to university.

Visit upei.ca/nso.

 first-year advisement

Meet with an advisor, explore your program options, ask questions! To book a session, email fyac@upei.ca or call 1-800-606-UPEI.

 resources & support Use “Library ASK US” at upei.ca/library.

Visit upei.ca/webstercentre to find out about great study and writing programs. Check out upei.ca/currentstudents for academic advice, career planning, and one-on-one support.

 athletics & recreation

Work out at our state-of-the-art fitness centre, sign up for a class or intramurals, and cheer on the Panthers! upei.ca/ar

 campus insiders Check out the UPEI Bookstore. Catch a band at The Wave.

Read The Cadre at thecadre.ca.

Josh Coles invites you to take his video tour of campus at

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the residence experience Make friends for life!

Living in residence means getting involved, making new friends, and having lots of fun. It also means getting help when you need it, participating in exciting residence events, and making the most of your time at university. You won’t need to buy furniture, hunt down your landlords, commute in bad weather, or worry about gas prices.

Focus on school and let us take care of the details!

Students who spend at least their first year in residence are more likely to continue on to graduate—making residence life an even better choice.

Apply early! Apply online! upei.ca/residence

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Charles Aondo is a fifth-year Business student living and studying a long way from where he grew up in Abuja, Nigeria, but who has made his “home away from home” in residence at UPEI. A 5’10” veteran midfielder on the men’s soccer team, Charles moved into residence during his first year, and decided he wanted to stay for many reasons: the staff, being close to class, and the great breakfast! Now, he even works part-time as a front desk clerk.

According to Charles, his residence experience has helped him develop the life skills, that, along with his UPEI degree, will lead to great

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athletics & recreation It’s easy to stay healthy and active at UPEI when you have access to great sport and recreational facilities! With our state-of-the art fitness centre, artificial turf field, first-class CARI Aquatics Facility and MacLauchlan Arena, and national-calibre track and field venue (UPEI Alumni Canada Games Place), UPEI boasts some of the best sport infrastructure in Canada. As a result, UPEI has hosted major regional and national sport competitions, including the 2009 Canada Games, the 2011 Canadian Gymnastics Championship, and the 2012 Legion National Youth Track & Field Championships.

In 2011–12, UPEI had a record 54 Academic All-Canadian athletes playing in nine Panther sports: men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s soccer, women’s rugby, men’s and women’s hockey, women’s field hockey, and swimming. Along with PRIDE, our Panther mascot, our athletes are PROUD of their home turf!

Cheer on our varsity sport teams along with pride, the panther

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Kristy Dobson is a UPEI student who gets a lot of shots taken

Have Fun and Be Active It’s Free!

at her. The fourth-year Business student, from Bathurst, New

levels & skills: Fitness classes for all , Endurance choose from Kettlebell tes, Spin, Zumba, Cycling, Pila d more!

Kickboxing, Bootcamp, an al Basketball, Plus there’s Recreation lleyball, PickBall Hockey, Fencing, Vo & Squash Club up Ice Hockey, Soccer,

MVP after the Panthers took the AUS title in 2012. “Dobs” as

Brunswick, happens to be a goalie for the women’s hockey team and was named the AUS Women’s Hockey Championship she’s known by her teammates says, while the women’s hockey program and quality coaches are what first attracted her to UPEI, she’s thrilled about the opportunities available through the School of Business. “I’m very appreciative of my professors who are supportive of my student-athlete schedule.”

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faculty of arts A bachelor of arts offers a multitude of opportunities from a wide range of disciplines. It equips you with all the tools you need to excel in today’s knowledge-based job market—analytical and communication skills, critical-thinking capabilities, research expertise, and creativity—all of which provide an excellent foundation for launching a career and making a meaningful contribution to the world.

Innovative, collaborative, and student-centred, arts is home to three 3M Teaching Award winners, a Canada Research Chair in Island Studies, and programming from music to modern languages; from English to political science—and so much more!

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Diverse learning opportunities outside the classroom, include:

The first-year advantage: a learning community in which students investigate a particular theme from different perspectives, including academic approaches related to learning, academic goals, and co-curricular and extra-curricular opportunities.

Service learning projects in community settings to observe and write about connections between formal psychology and “realworld” experiences.

Opportunities to be involved in diverse research areas: Christianity & culture, history, and interdisciplinary research in singing, to highlight a few.

Agreements for travel and study with universities abroad: e.g. Spain, Malta, Australia, the Caribbean, Egypt, South Africa, and Japan.

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career cho ices journalism and broad casting, writing, art therapy, et hics, internation al developm e n t, immigration , public rela tions, socia services, co l rrections, f u n d r aising, urban plann ing, law, ar c h it e cture, medicine, m usic, teach ing, acting!

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Devin MacKinnon speaks with a fresh enthusiasm as he reflects on his four years at UPEI. A psychology major, the 2012 graduate feels his degree made him more well-rounded, and that his theatre studies minor introduced him to a whole new realm of possibilities. Devin began acting in his first year of university and although he had never graced the stage before, he was comfortable, knowing that he had endless support from his theatre professor. Devin spent the summer with the Confederation Centre Young Company where he performed musical theatre full-time—and was recognized with their Summit Award. He’s also won a coveted position to train at the National Theatre School of Canada in Montreal. Devin believes that his time at UPEI has enabled him to achieve this success. “You gain a sense of yourself within the big picture. UPEI opens your eyes.”

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school of business In today’s economic climate, employers look for critical thinkers who can identify and address business issues. At UPEI we provide a broad-based foundation by introducing you to marketing, human resource management, finance, accounting, and operations management, with concentrations in other areas such as entrepreneurship and international business. Our dedicated faculty and staff maintain strong ties with the business community and professional associations, ensuring that you are learning relevant concepts and practices for the competitive global market.

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UPEI business students demonstrate the power of their education through wide-ranging successes. Accounting students consistently rank highly in the Chartered Accountants of Canada Uniform Evaluation. Students on our case teams have earned several firsts in national and international competitions.

Our graduates succeed, becoming innovators, entrepreneurs, and business leaders.

Evidence-based management—where knowledge informs practice

Using evidence to inform management decisions is key to success.

Knowledge of existing research and the quest for new knowledge are vital to all aspects of business. Our programs give you direct access to business leaders and research opportunities so that you can gain real-world insight.

Co-operative Education Opportunities

While gaining work experience, and developing professional skills, selfconfidence, and independence, students in the Co-op program have the opportunity to apply the theoretical to practical business situations— and, to earn a salary!

Exchanges Around the World

Our agreements with other organizations provide you with academic and global work exchanges—great opportunities to experience new cultures and international business, and to meet new people.

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Matthew Cassidy is a 2010 graduate of UPEI’s Bachelor of Business Administration program, where he specialized in accounting, and is past-president of the UPEI Business Society. He feels that the experience he gained at UPEI prepared him for “real-world challenges,” and taught him how to manage an organization, network, and budget responsibly. Matthew is confident and capable when interacting with clients at a local accounting firm where he now works. Matthew successfully completed the National Uniform CA exam and was the 2011 winner of the Gerry Gillis Memorial Award for the highest achievement among PEI candidates. “The BBA is a really great program that continues to grow, with professors who are first class.”

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faculty of education Teaching educators to be global in their thinking is fundamental for UPEI’s Faculty of Education. Through specializations in international and indigenous education, and a BEd focused on teaching French as a second language, our two-year BEd promotes creative and effective teaching and learning using the latest technologies. Our degree and certificate programs promote environmental responsibility and sustainability, and foster inclusiveness, cooperation, and collaboration— invaluable skills in today’s educational settings and related careers.

Faculty members are caring and supportive, committed to making positive change in the world through education.

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All applicants to our two-year BEd are required to have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university. The faculty accepts 75 students per year based on a combination of good grades and practical experience working with students.

A World of Practicum Choices

With practicum choices in places as diverse as Africa, the Caribbean, New Zealand or France, Northern Canada or the Maritimes, UPEI pre-service teachers become critical and creative learners who value diversity and world-mindedness.

Certificate and Graduate Options

A Certificate in Adult Education and a four-year BEd in Human Resource Development in collaboration with Holland College are designed for those wishing to teach in adult education settings.

Certificates are also offered in Inclusive Education and School Librarianship. At the graduate level, our thesis or course-based MEd focuses on Leadership in Learning, and is delivered not only on campus but at other locations across Canada, including Nunavut. A PhD in Educational Studies accepts up to four students per year.

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earning a Bachelor of Arts in 2008 and Bachelor of Education in 2010 from UPEI. But now Amy finds herself back in the classroom every day, educating students at Montague Regional High School, her alma mater. Her success as a teacher is due in part to the strong foundation she built at UPEI. In addition to studying, she coached soccer and basketball throughout her university career, and, in 2006, was one of five young women in Canada to receive the prestigious Stacey Levitt Women and Sport Memorial Scholarship in recognition of her passion for sport and community. Amy is an award-winning coach for the Eastern Eagles Soccer Association and is very involved with the MRHS Music Department, serving as accompanist to sound technician.

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school of nursing Our School of Nursing has a well-deserved reputation for providing an excellent, evidence-based education and challenging and diverse clinical experiences, all designed to nurture competent and compassionate health-care professionals.

professional nurses, accepts an additional 14 students per year. In fall 2011, we accepted our first cohort of students for the master of nursing program with a nurse practitioner as well as a thesis stream.

Small Classes

Grounded in a primary health-care philosophy and approach, the School focuses on wellness promotion and disease prevention, and caring for patients who are well and those who are ill.

Because classes are small, you get to know the faculty—and they get to know you—making for supportive, spirited, creative learning.

Clinical Placement Choices

Highly Competitive

Nursing accepts 60 students each year. An accelerated program, intended for applicants with a university degree who wish to become

Nursing opens doors to many careers in the health-care system— traditional hospitals and nursing-care settings, public policy, research, and program development. If you’re interested in travel and nursing, we offer clinical placements through international exchange programs.

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Trevor Cudmore knew someone who was admitted to the intensive

Nursing can lead to many careers Registered nursin g, radiography, parame dic training, physical therapy, health education, commun ity health, health policy, rese arch, home health care, nurs ing practice

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care unit (ICU) at his local hospital six years ago. The nursing staff there inspired him to choose to study nursing at UPEI. They made a difficult situation easier by showing they cared. Trevor went into nursing the next year and hasn’t looked back, graduating in 2012, and compares the dedicated, caring team in the School of Nursing with the ICU nursing staff he met years ago. With the support of his professors, he quickly landed a position after graduation in Fort McMurray. He’ll soon start a new role in the cardiovascular ICU at the Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute in Edmonton—he will be caring for patients who have undergone heart and lung transplants, as well as other varieties of cardiac surgeries.

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faculty of science If you liked science in high school, you’ll LOVE science at UPEI! Whether your passion is biological sciences, physics, family science, nutrition, kinesiology, engineering, computer science, mathematics, chemistry, environmental studies, or psychology, the Faculty of Science has a wealth of options from which to choose. We offer a creative blend of programs that will develop your criticalthinking skills and provide you with hands-on learning opportunities.

Program options

Our Co-operative Education programs in Physics and Computer Science help you apply what you’ve learned in the classroom through on-the-job placements—and can also help you finance your education. Our dietetic internship program allows you to meet the professional requirements to become a registered dietitian. We also offer applied degrees in Radiography, Child and Family Studies, and Wildlife Conservation.

Student-Centred Environment

Our state-of-the-art labs, small classes, and friendly, approachable professors help create a collegial, student-centred environment, giving you the grounding to pursue innovative research, win national awards, and go on to become leaders in the scientific community.

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Standouts!

Check out our video-game programming specialization in Computer Science, or consider our Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. Our two-year Engineering diploma program provides a top-quality preparation for students who want to complete further engineering studies at other universities such as Dalhousie or UNB.

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Science means careers in tons of sectors

Fourth-year computer science student, Ben Docksteader, was one of

Lab technician, research, pharmacy, dentistry, medicine, medical technology, speech therapy, video gaming, software development, health and social services, pharmaceutical sales and marketing, healthy living, actuary/statistics, engineering, industrial design, kinesiology, nutritional sciences, dietetics, child and family studies

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72 finalists selected from over 1,000 students to join “The Next 36,” Canada’s entrepreneurial leadership initiative. Ben’s UPEI co-op work worked on “DomainHole,” a website for which he is now developing a mobile application. “I am thrilled to be a part of this unique program and amazed at how so many top business owners, executives, and professors are willing to invest their time, money, and wisdom in young entrepreneurs.” Ben is also the recipient of several UPEI awards including a Harry W. MacLauchlan Scholarship in Entrepreneurial Leadership, The Bank of Montreal Scholarship, The Deltaware Systems Scholarship, and The Prince of Wales College Scholarship.

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veterinary medicine Have you always wanted to be a veterinarian?

The Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) at UPEI is one of five veterinary colleges in Canada and is the only institution in Atlantic Canada educating doctors of veterinary medicine (DVM). AVC is renowned for its quality educational programs and exceptional student experiences.

The College has one of the smallest class sizes (60 students per year) and one of the lowest student-faculty ratios in North America.

Admission to its four-year DVM program is competitive. Since applications include additional criteria besides grades, we encourage students to consult the veterinary admissions section of UPEI’s Academic Calendar for a complete description of requirements.

Download the AVC recruitment booklet at upei.ca/avc/education

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Pre-Veterinary Stream—Faculty of Science

If you are a high-school student interested in veterinary medicine, UPEI’s pre-veterinary stream within the faculty of science allows you to meet the course requirements for admission to our doctor of veterinary medicine program.

The pre-vet stream is a structured selection of undergraduate courses from various disciplines within the sciences. Pre-vet students participate in a variety of activities such as information sessions and presentations by professors who teach at AVC. Students who enter the pre-veterinary stream are not guaranteed entry into the DVM program. However, you can declare a major within science after two years, and complete that major within four. Prepare yourself for an exciting career that is global in reach and makes a difference in the lives of people, animals, and communities.

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of Health Management. The ultimate goal of her research is to improve aquaculture systems and make them more economically and environmentally sustainable. The epidemiologist’s work has taken her to Chile, the United Kingdom and the coast of British Columbia, but she would like to focus some of her attention closer to Atlantic Canada. “I’m excited to be back at the Atlantic Veterinary College.

This is where I received my DVM. I’m now working on research alongside professors who were my teachers. That’s really gratifying.”

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upei international UPEI may be located on a small island, but that doesn’t stop us from going global! With 12 per cent of our students from approximately 60 countries, UPEI celebrates diversity, inclusivity, and supports our international students with everything from learning English and study help to making new friends and adjusting to life on Prince Edward Island.

While UPEI provides opportunities for an international experience right in your own classroom, you can also do your own studyabroad programs, with access to formal exchanges with partner universities in countries such as China, Korea, France, Finland, Sweden, Mexico, Australia, and Japan—to name a few.

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OUR INTERNATIONAL CAMPUS

Local students have opportunities to increase multicultural awareness by volunteering with international support programs, including the Buddy Program, Students for Literacy, and the Ambassador Family Program.

Exceptional International Experiences

UPEI has 21 exchange partnerships in 40 countries, allowing students to study abroad while earning UPEI credits and paying UPEI tuition.

There are also international internships, placements, and practicums available in several programs and through partnerships with charities.

INTERNATIONAL STUDIES

Courses that focus on the politics, religion, languages, education, art, history, and economics of other cultures offer opportunities to become informed about international customs and issues.

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Spending a semester in France while studying for her business degree at UPEI was “très cher”, but according to Jackie Skinner, the best investment she ever made. Not only was it an incredible experience, but also it changed the national Nicol Entrepreneurial Award finalist’s outlook and goals. After graduating in May 2012, Jackie realized that she missed the travel lifestyle she had been exposed to while abroad, and decided to pursue other opportunities.

This fall, she is leaving to work on a cruise ship where she’ll tour 23 cities over six months in the Mediterranean and the Caribbean.

Jackie’s job on board will be in sales. “I know that my experience at UPEI and in France helped me to obtain this position, and has equipped me with the necessary skills to succeed.”

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how do i apply?

Apply for undergraduate programs online using a credit card at upei.ca/apply or you can print the application form and send it by mail (application processing fee is $50–$100, depending on the program). To review course options, see UPEI’s Academic Calendar at upei.ca/programs.

When you apply, also make sure your official transcript is sent directly from your high school, college, or university to the UPEI Registrar’s Office.

High school students who apply by March 1 will be considered automatically for entrance scholarships. Please be sure that your high school transcripts reach the Registrar’s Office by March 1, and that your application fee is paid in full. If March 1 falls on a weekend or statutory holiday, the deadline moves to the next business day.

Use your college diploma to earn a valuable university degree!

Do you have a college diploma but always wanted a university degree?

UPEI partners with Holland College on over 30 transfer and articulation agreements to provide degree pathways to graduates of specific college programs. Minimum criteria must be met, but Holland College diploma graduates are eligible to apply for admission and credit transfer to a number of UPEI degree programs. To learn more, visit upei.ca/transfer.

International Baccalaureate IB students are eligible to apply to UPEI with a diploma score of 24 or higher (grades below 3 are not accepted) and must satisfy the admission criteria of the faculty of choice. UPEI offers IB-dedicated scholarships and awards, as well as credit recognition for IB course work. UPEI awards a full year of credit (10 courses, each at 3 credit-hours) to students with an IB diploma with a score of 28 or higher (additional criteria). Individual higher level (HL) subjects completed with grades of 4 (unless otherwise noted) or higher on official IB HL exams could be considered for individual transfer credit. For more information on IB admissions, visit upei.ca/ib.

Application Deadlines—Canadian Students Undergraduate Programs (non-professional) September entry January entry

mid-August December 2

Undergraduate Programs (professional) Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

September entry

November 1

Education (BEd)

September entry

January 15

Nursing (BScN)

September entry

February 15

C hild & Family Studies (BCFS)

September entry

February 1

Radiography (BScR)

September entry

December 1

Kinesiology (BSc) (year 2 entry)

September entry

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Province prince Edward Island

New Brunswick

Newfoundland and Labrador

Nova Scotia

Ontario Quebec

ENGLISH

MATH

SOCIAL STUDIES

LANGUAGES

SCIENCES

OTHER ACADEMIC AREAS

Eng 621 or 611

Math 621 or 611 For science students Math 611 or 621B is recommended

Economics 621, Geography 621, History 621, Politics 621, Sociology 621

French 621 or 611

Animal Science 621, Biology 621, Botany 621, Chemistry 621, Chemistry 611, Comp Studies 621, Oceanography 621, Physics 621

Accounting 621, Family Life 621, Housing 621, Phys Ed-Leadership 621, Music 621, Art 621, Local academic gr. 12 courses

Eng 122 or 121, Anglais 22411 or 22411E

Adv Math 120, Calculus 120, Trigonometry and Three Space 122, Mathematiques 30411 or 30421

Can Geography 120, Can History 122 or 121, Economics 120, FI Can Geography 120, Sociology 120

Can Literature 120, French 122 or 121, FI Lang Arts 120, Français 10421

Biology 120, Chemistry 122 or 121, Env Science 122, Physics 122

Bus Org & Mgmt 120, Intro to Acct 120, Comp Sci 120, Science 122, Family Living 120, FI Relations Familiales 120, Law 120, One of: Media, Theatre, or Art 120, Local academic gr. 12 courses

Eng 3201, Eng 3202

Math 3204, 3205, or 3207

World Hist 3201, World Geog 3202, Global Iss 3205, Hist Mond 3231, Eur Hist 4225, Gov-Pol 4227

French 3200, 3201, 3203 or 4220, Français 3202 or 3230

Biology 3201, Chem 3202, Physics 3204, Env Sci 3205, Earth Syst 3213 or 3209, Geology 3203

Art, Des 3200, Stu Art 4220, Art Hist 4222, Enterprise 3205, Comp Tech 3200, Comp Sc 4220, Theatre Arts 3220, Music 3206, Local academic gr. 12 courses

Eng 12

Pre-Cal 12, Adv Math 12, Calculus 12, Math 12 (Arts, Business, Nursing ONLY)

Economics 12, Geography 12, Global Geog 12, Global History 12, Law 12, Political Science 12, Sociology 12 (Academic ONLY)

Can Lit 12, French Core 12, Français Immersion 12, Gaelic 12, German 12, Latin 12, Spanish 12

Biology 12, Adv Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Adv Chemistry 12, Can Geology 12, Physics 12, Adv Physics 12

Art 12, Computer-Related Studies, Computer Tech 12, Entrepreneurship 12, Music 12, Local academic gr. 12 courses

Grade 12 “4U” level English

Grade 12 “4U” Math-based courses

Grade 12 “4U” and “4M” Social Studies courses

Grade 12 “4U” Language courses

Grade 12 “4U” Science courses (Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Computer Studies)

Grade 12 “4U” and “4M” courses

Quebec Secondary V students may be admitted with qualifying courses (Eng 516, and Math 536, 534 Sciences where applicable), and with an overall average of 75%. Applicants from Quebec who have successfully completed the Diploma of Collegial Studies (DEC,DCS) will be considered as transfer students with a maximum of 10 courses, provided they attained an average of 70% or better in their final year of CEGEP study.

Alberta, NWT, & Nunavut

English 30

Pure Math 30, Math 31

Social Studies 30, Aboriginal Studies 30

French 30, German 30, any other Language 30

Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Physics 30

Art 30, Music 30, Drama 30, Science 30, Local academic gr. 12 courses

British Columbia & Yukon Territory

English 12

Math 12, Calculus 12, Geometry 12

Geography 12, Comparative Civilizations 12, English Lit 12, History of Western Civilization 12

French 12 or 12A, German 12

Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Earth Science 12, Geology 12, Physics 12

Visual Art 12, Music 12, Local academic gr.

12 courses

English 40U or 40S

Pre-Calculus 40S, Applied Math 40S, NOT Consumer Math

Human Geography 40S, History of Western Civilization 40S, World Issues 40S

French 40S, German 40S

Biology 40S, Chemistry 40S, Physics 40S

Arts 40S, Music 40S, Local academic gr. 12 courses

Eng A30 and B30 (counts as one course)

Math B30 and C30 (counts as 1 course), Calculus 30, Geometry 30, Pre-Cal 30

Geography 30, History 30, Social Studies 30

French 30, German 30

Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Geology 30, Physics 30

Drama 30, Orchestra 30, Local academic gr. 12 courses

Manitoba Saskatchewan

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS—CANADIAN high school STUDENTS

NURSING: 70% minimum cumulative in 5 grade 12 academic subjects and at

ARTS: 70% minimum cumulative in 5 grade 12 academic subjects: English,

least 65% in each subject: English, math, chemistry, biology, and 1 course from any academic area SCIENCE: 70% minimum cumulative in 5 grade 12 academic subjects: English, math*, 2 science subjects, and 1 course from any academic area. (Refer to the UPEI Academic Calendar—upei.ca/programs—for specific introductory science courses that have high school prerequisites)

1 language or social studies, and 3 courses from any academic area BUSINESS: 70% minimum cumulative in 5 grade 12 academic subjects: English, math, any 2 courses from social sciences, sciences, or language, and 1 from any academic area * Math requirements vary by province. See table for details.

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For more information about provincial course requirements for admission to UPEI, please contact 1-800-606-UPEI (8734).

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Money Matters Scholarships & Awards

Tuition, Books, & fees (Canadian Students), september 2012–april 2013

UPEI is proud to celebrate student achievement through a year-round, comprehensive scholarships and awards/financial aid program. We offer over $4.4 million in scholarships, awards, and bursaries!

» All first-time entry applicants are automatically considered for UPEI Entrance Scholarships if your application and high school transcript are received at the Registrar’s Office by March 1.

Students with a grade 12 average of 85% or higher, based on courses used for admission and maintained through the completion of grade 12, will automatically receive Inspiring Excellence Awards, UPEI’s guaranteed entrance awards.

Prince Edward Island high school graduates are eligible for provincial awards such as the $2,000 George Coles Bursary in their first year; the Island Student Award during second ($400), third ($600), and fourth ($600) years; and the $2,000 George Coles Graduate Scholarship in their year of graduation.*

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We encourage you to apply for additional UPEI scholarships and bursaries ranging up to $22,000—many of which are renewable! To apply, visit upei.ca/scholarships, or contact the UPEI scholarships and awards coordinator at (902) 566-0358, or scholarships@upei.ca.

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Tuition

$5,150 (based on 10 courses—5 per term—in a regular

undergraduate program. Tuition is $515 per course.)

Fees

$563

Books

$1,500 (estimated at $150 each)

Health Plan

$234 (single) (includes vision care)

Dental Plan

$149

Total $7,596 (two terms)

residence costs, September 2012–April 2013

Residence & Food

$8,164 (based on a furnished, double room, including all utilities, and a 7-day unlimited meal plan)

Fees accurate at time of printing. For a more complete listing, please visit upei.ca/fees.

Student Loans

Student Services staff can help answer your questions about student loan programs, but you can also visit campusaccess.com for information about the provincial student loan program, or hrsdc.gc.ca about the Canada student loan program. Contact the UPEI financial aid advisor at (902) 628-4382 or stuserv@upei.ca.

*If a student graduates in their fourth year, the Island Student Award is not awarded.

If a student graduates after receiving the fourth-year Island Student Award, the George Coles Graduate Scholarship is reduced to $1400.

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Economic value of an undergraduate degree Recent statistics published by the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada show that the average income for a bachelor’s degree holder is 30% more than a college or CEGEP graduate, and 39% more than a high school graduate.

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what can i study?

There are many different ways that universities refer to programs, the paths you can take, and the resulting outcomes of your studies. Visit upei.ca/definitions for clarification—here you will learn the difference between a major and a minor, a diploma and a degree, find out about UPEI acronyms, and see YouTube videos on “What is a student?”, “What is a professor?”, “What is a major?”, “What is research?”, and “What is a syllabus?”.

Bachelor Degree Major Certificate Master’s Honours Minor Diploma

Bachelor Degree Major Certificate Master’s Honours Minor Diploma

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Child & Family Studies

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International Business

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Business Studies

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International Education

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Indigenous Education

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Education Enseignement français langue seconde Education in Human Resource Development

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Human Biology

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Molecular and Macromolecular Sciences

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Biology

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Video Game Programming

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