What are the procedures for applying to Columbia Academy? Why Columbia Academy?
Columbia Academy Application procedures:
Step 1
Submission of a Report Card or Official Transcript
Students must submit report cards or an official transcript spanning the last two years.
Students may be required to provide a recommendation letter from a teacher of principal.
Step 2
Interviews
The prospective student needs to attend an in-person interview with the admissions officer of Columbia Academy. International students will be required to have a video interview.
Step 3
Applying as an International Student
International students shall send an application form along with a non-refundable application fee of $200. The application form must be signed by a parent or legal guardian if the student is under 19. Additionally, a custodianship letter authenticated by a Canadian notary public is required.
Step 4
Letter of Acceptance
After revision and approval of all the required documentation, the school will issue a letter of acceptance to qualified students.
Step 5
Apply for Visa
The letter of acceptance along with all the required documentation should be sent to the Canadian Consulate of your country of residence in order to apply for the Study Permit.
Step 6
Arriving in Canada
International students should arrive one week before the beginning of a new school semester. This will allow students to have sufficient time to purchase the school’s uniform, write the English Replacement exam, and get familiar with a new city and culture.
Why Choose Columbia Academy?
CURRICULUM
We offer a stringent, internationally-respected BC high school curriculum.
FOCUS
Small class sizes that allow us to adapt the learning experience to meet the needs of each student.
ESL PROGRAM
Unique English as a Second Language (ESL) courses to prepare students for the regular BC English courses.
TRIMESTER SYSTEM
A trimester system, meaning that school terms begin every January, May and September, so a motivated student can take 12 courses a year to graduate faster.
PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANCY
Columbia Academy offers a Counselor and Academic Advisor to guide students through their university applications.
QUALIFIED INSTRUCTOR
Columbia Academy’s teachers are BC certified, highly qualified, and experienced with International Students.
STUDENT EXPERIENCE
Columbia Academy offers a rich variety of after-school experiences through clubs, sports, and free tutoring.
VOLUNTEERING
Columbia Academy organizes volunteer work experiences for each of its students.
SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
Columbia Academy encourages students to build their own skills and talents; with that saying, the school honors Special Talents Scholarship to our students.
