Planning is about finding the route that supports you, your goals and interests.

Post-Secondary Admissions

Why apply early?

• You receive a student number allowing you to apply for residence. 
• You have an increased focus on your post-secondary plans. 
• You remove the pressure of meeting later deadlines.

When can you start applying?

• This can be different at every post-secondary.
  • University of Lethbridge is Sep. 1
  • University of Calgary is Oct. 1
  • SAIT is Oct. 3
• Always check the post-secondary website for current information. 
• When the admission cycle ends will be different for each post- secondary.

General Application Process

• For post-secondaries within Alberta: www.applyalberta.ca 
• For post-secondaries within Ontario: www.ouac.om.ca
• You will need your Alberta Education Number which is found on all your report cards. It is not your CBE ID number. 
• For other institutions, you may apply through their website.
• Other Great Resources:
  • www.schoolfinder.com 
  • Career Cruising: Public Libraries – You need a library card. It’s free! 
  • www.alis.gov.ab.ca
  • “Time to Choose” book (It’s an Excellent Resource)
• Self-reporting grade 12 courses and grades can be the norm for some post-secondaries ….except the U of C for 2019- 2020 school year. 
• All post-secondaries will request a final official transcript to be sent from Alberta Education to them before the deadline, which is usually Aug. 1 
• Indicate faculty and program you wish to pursue. Many are competitive. 
• Many institutions will allow you to select a first and second choice. 
• You can submit applications to several institutions. 
• Application fees can range between $75.00 and $300.00 per institution.
• You should receive some acknowledgement of receipt of your application. Read it carefully as it will tell you what to do next. 
• Some post-secondaries require separate application for Entrance Scholarships. Some do not, as it is automatic. 
• Don’t forget to submit an application for residence. Some post- secondaries guarantee residence for first year students, some do not. 
• After receipt of conditional/early admission, you will register for classes in the spring. You may be required to pay a fee to hold your spot.

What Courses Do I Need for the Program I want to Take?

• Again, each Post-Secondary and faculty can be different. Always check websites and attend our post-secondary visits to get the most up-to-date information.

International/EAL Students

We will support you to:

• determine your English language abilities based on a language assessment 
• build a personalized course plan 
• take English as an Additional Language (EAL) courses to help you be successful and earn high school credits 
• You may/will need to write a TOEFL or IELTS test for Post – Secondary. The scores needed will vary depending on the institution. Calgary Test Centre locations and practice tests are on the web.

Students on an IPP (Individual Program Plan)

• While in high school, use your accommodations so you know what you need to be successful.
• Register with the Post- Secondary’s Accessibility Services department as soon as you receive your early/conditional acceptance 
• Provide documentation of required accommodations 
• Meet with an Access Advisor 

Upcoming Post Secondary Visits

Check with Student Services, Knights' Notes and Instagram for more information.

*ELAA (Educational Liaison Association of Alberta) Post Secondary’s within Alberta
**OPPP (Out of Province Post-Secondary Fair) Post Secondary’s from all over Canada
***Due to Post Secondary travel, this schedule may be subject to change without advance notice.

Upcoming Post-Secondary Open House Dates