ULethbridge Counsellor Resource Guide 2023/24

Table of Contents

Innovative Offerings 3

Canadian High School Requirements 4

Additional Admission Requirements by Program (2023/24) 6

Additional Admission Routes 8

English Language and Speaking Requirements 10 Pre-Professional Transfer Programs 12

Scholarships 13

Two Campuses to Choose From 14 Something for You 15 How to Apply for Admission 17

From Application to Registration 18

International Students 20 Housing 21 Student Services 22 Contacts 23 Academic Advising 23 Counsellor Resources 23

Land Acknowledgement

Our University’s Blackfoot name is Iniskim, meaning Sacred Buffalo Stone. We are located on traditional Blackfoot Confederacy territory. We honour the Blackfoot people and their traditional ways of knowing in caring for this land, as well as all Indigenous Peoples who have helped shape and continue to strengthen our University community.

Innovative Offerings

Dual Credit

Dual credit is an opportunity for students in high school to take university entry-level courses while still attending high school. It introduces students to the rigors of postsecondary to ease the transition to university life and eventually to the workplace. Students will earn the usual five credits for a high school course and a three-credit course from ULethbridge.

As of Spring 2022, 433 students have participated in dual credit courses, with 167 dual credit participants joining ULethbridge for further studies.

Finance Diploma

Newly offered by the Dhillon School of Business, the Finance Diploma is a two-year (20-course) university credential without a four-year degree commitment. The diploma will prepare students for entry- and mid-level management positions. This program is suitable for anyone with at least a high school education and who wants to build on their financial knowledge or pursue a professional designation in finance (i.e., GFA, QAFP, or CFP).

Professional Degree Completion

Students who complete a professional degree in dentistry, law, medicine, social work or veterinary medicine at another institution following three years of approved full-time study at ULethbridge may qualify to receive their bachelor’s degree. This pathway is limited to the Faculty of Arts & Science and all 30-course programs must be first approved by the dean on a caseby-case basis. If your student’s goal is to pursue one of these professional degrees, this may be a great choice. They should consult with an academic advisor early in their program to help navigate this route and seek dean’s approval.

Living and Learning Communities

If your students apply to any of our three living and learning communities below by the deadline and pay their deposits, they are guaranteed a bed in residence! Learn more about our living and learning communities at ulethbridge.ca/future-student/ opportunities

Career Kickstart Cohort (CKC)

The CKC will help you make the most of your studies and career-building opportunities at uLethbridge. There are several milestones to achieve as a University student before reaching the ultimate goal of leveraging your studies and experiences into a fulfilling career.

Through the CKC, you will access career and professional development activities as well as experiential and work- integrated learning opportunities. Discover unknown skills and passions, define meaningful career options and challenge yourself to explore new interests and intersections between work, life and learning.

Dhillon School of Business Edge (DSB Edge)

DSB Edge is for students enrolled in a Bachelor of Management program and who are joining ULethbridge directly from high school. As part of DSB Edge, you’ll have a built-in community that enhances academic performance and social success. You’ll make friends, find study partners, develop resilience, and fine-tune your interpersonal skills.

You gain exclusive access to a special DSB Edge student orientation, leadership development opportunities, networking events and other student activities. Most importantly, you will be a part of a tight-knit community of business-minded students.

Early Start Experience

Through the Early Start Experience, students can take a liberal education course for credit before the start of the Fall 2023 term. It promotes success and eases the transition from high school to university while giving you credit for your degree. Get to know the Lethbridge campus, meet fellow students and your professors, and familiarize yourself with the resources we offer. You’ll also learn to articulate the value and impact of your experiences to future employers and highlight the range of skills developed during your degree.

Did You Know?

The Dhillon School of Business is the first business school in Canada to include an Indigenous course requirement as part of the core Bachelor of Management. Students can choose from a wide variety of Indigenous content courses including Aboriginal health, conversational reconciliation, Indigenous art history, Indigenous governance in Canada, Indigenous languages, and more.

Additional Admission Requirements by Program (2023/24)

In addition to the General Admission Requirements, some programs have additional admission requirements that must be met by all applicants by the appropriate deadline (ulethbridge.ca/ross/admissions/undergrad/ deadlines).

• All applicants who are admitted through the High School Admission (ulethbridge.ca/ross/admissions/ undergrad/high-school) route must have English 30-1. If English 30-1 is listed on the chart below, all applicants applying to that program must have English 30-1 with a minimum grade, regardless of their admission

Program Major

Faculty of Arts and Science

Agricultural Biotechnology Agricultural Studies (BSc) Biochemistry Biological Sciences Chemistry Environmental Sciences Kinesiology (BSc) Neuroscience

route.

• If applying to a combined degree program, you must meet the additional admission requirements of each program

• If applying for a second degree, you must meet the additional admission requirements of your specified program indicated on the chart below (unless your program is indicated on the Certificate, Diploma, PostDiploma and After-Degree Program Requirements chart).

Additional Requirements: High School Courses (or equivalent) Other Additional Requirements

BA, BSc, BASc

Applied Statistics Computer Science Computer Science & Geographical Information Science Mathematics Physics

Biology 30 1 Chemistry 30 Mathematics 30-1 N/A

Transfer programs

Faculty of Education

Remote Sensing

Mathematics 30-1 N/A Agricultural Studies (BA) Economics Geography (BSc) 2 Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 N/A

Pre-Professional Transfer Program in Engineering

Minimum 70% average in: Chemistry 30 Mathematics 30-1 English 30-1 Mathematics 31 Physics 30

The Faculty of Education does not grant direct entry into the Education program. Students complete two years in a pre-Education program prior to applying for admission to the Faculty.

1 Only Applicants applying to the majors of Biological Sciences or Kinesiology in the BSc/BMgt or BSc/BEd Sci Ed programs require Biology 30. All other majors in combined BSc programs do not require Biology 30.

• Minimum Overall Admission Average High School: 75%

• Education 2500

• Minimum number of courses in teachable subject major

• Minimum Overall Admission Average Post Secondary: Competitive

2 Applicants applying to the BSc/BEd (Geography/Science Education) program are required to have Chemistry 30. Applicants to the BSc/BMgt program with a BSc major in Geography are not required to have Mathematics 30-1.

Notes:

• Concentration in Geographical Information Science requires either Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2

• Applicants to the BSc/BEd (General Science/Mathematics Education) program are required to have Mathematics 30-1

• Mathematics 31 is recommended for the following majors: Mathematics, Physics, and Applied Statistics

Program Major

Faculty of Fine Arts

BMus Music

1 For information on auditions, visit ulethbridge.ca/fine-arts/student-support/admissions

Faculty of Health Sciences

BHSc

Additional Requirements: High School Courses (or equivalent)

Aboriginal Health 2 English 30-1

Addictions Counselling English 30-1

Other Additional Requirements

• Audition 1

• Spoken English Language Proficiency

• Admission Statement 3

• Spoken English Language Proficiency Public Health 2

English 30-1 Biology 30 Chemistry 30 Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2

BN Nursing 4

Biology 30 Chemistry 30 English 30-1 (min 60%) Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2

2 Aboriginal Health and Public Health majors - When the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number of available spots, the minimum admission average may be higher.

3 Applicants must submit an admission statement by June 15 using the form available at ulethbridge.ca/healthsciences/statement

• Spoken English Language Proficiency

• Spoken English Language Proficiency

• Minimum Overall Admission Average

• High School: Competitive

• Post Secondary: Competitive

4 Competitive average is calculated on five courses - four required high school courses indicated above plus one other 30-level course. For post-secondary applicants, a grade in an approved university-level course (minimum 3.0 credit hours) in the same discipline may be used in place of the high school mark, if it is more advantageous. The fifth course may be substituted by any minimum 3.0 credit hour university-level course.

Dhillon School of Business

Accounting Economics Finance

Computer Science General Management

BMgt

ULethbridge/Bow Valley College Integrated Pathway Human Resource Management and Labour Relations Indigenous Governance and Business Management International Management Marketing Political Science

5 Applicants applying to a BMgt program as a second degree are not required to have Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2

About Post-Diploma Programs

Applicants who have been awarded a diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution may be considered for admission to a PostDiploma Degree program at the University of Lethbridge. Post-Diploma Degree programs are typically 20 term courses in length and are composed of selected courses in the major subject and related disciplines, as well as courses to meet the Liberal Education List Requirement.

Approved Diplomas

Mathematics 30-1 5

• Minimum Overall Admission Average

• Post Secondary: Competitive

Mathematics 30-1 or 30-2 5

For current information on approved diploma programs, see ulethbridge. ca/postdiploma. Diploma programs not previously approved will be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis.

• Minimum Overall Admission Average

• Post Secondary: Competitive

General Admission

Applicants with two- or threeyear diplomas from recognized institutions, where the program has sufficient academic content and the diploma GPA is 2.0 or higher, will be considered for general admission to a transfer program in the Faculty of Arts & Science, Dhillon School of Business, Health Sciences, or Fine Arts. GPA criteria will vary for particular programs and are subject to change. All GPAs are expressed on the ULethbridge 4.0 GPA scale.

Advance Placement (AP) and InternAtional Baccalaureate (IB)

Applicants who have credit through either an AP or IB program should review the uLethbridge Transfer Credit Database for up-to-date information. ulethbridge.ca/ross/admissions/undergrad/transfer-credit

additional Admission Routes

Dual Admission

Dual admission is a specific transfer admission route available for some degree programs open to students enrolled in a dual admission partner institution.

Dual admission applicants must meet all general admission and program-specific admission requirements in effect at the time of application.

Indigenous Student Success Cohort

The Indigenous Student Success Cohort (ISSC) is a firstyear credit program that provides Indigenous students who do not meet the general requirements of the ULethbridge an opportunity to enter into, and succeed at, university. This program provides a solid foundation of core skills in a supportive cohort environment that attends to Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Learning.

It is also open to Indigenous students returning to university after an absence and, as space allows, to those who qualify for general admission but want the supports provided by the cohort.

Successful completion of the ISSC allows students to enter into most uLethbridge programs. Admission is on a case-by-case basis. For more information, contact our ISSC Office at 403-329-2635.

Home School Applicants

Regardless of their citizenship or residency, home school applicants will be considered according to the curriculum they followed. For example, a home school applicant who studied Alberta curriculum is expected to meet the requirements of an Alberta high school applicant.

The applicant should challenge the departmental examinations in courses where such examinations exist to provide grades in the subjects challenged. The applicant would be considered for admission when they present final grades in five distinct subjects.

An applicant who presents both a high school diploma and appropriate, satisfactory standardized test scores, either ACT or both SAT I and II, will be considered for general admission.

Mature Student Admission

Applicants who are a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident, age 21 years or older, and who do not meet current admission requirements of any other admission route may be considered for Mature Student admission.

Applicants who have completed high school requirements with an admission average of at least 60%, or have a minimum grade of 65% in English 30-1 or 30-2 and passing grades in two other 30-level courses will be considered for admission. For applicants who have not completed high school requirements, a combination of academic credentials, standardized test scores, and evidence of life experiences may be considered.

The applicant is assessed for potential post-secondary success, which is the standard of admission for this route. A resume and letter of intent are required for admission purposes. Additional advice is available from Admissions.

Standardized Test Admission

Standardized test admission route applicants who present acceptable ACT (American College Testing) or SAT (Scholastic Academic Test) scores will be considered for general admission. In the case of the SAT written prior to March 2016, the applicant must present complete SAT (Critical Reading, Mathematics and Writing) and three additional SAT Subject Test scores. In the case of the SAT written after March 2016, a minimum combined Evidence-Based Reading and Writing plus Math (ERW+M) score of 1040 is required. In the case of the ACT, a composite score of 20 is required. Applicants are also required to meet program-specific admission requirements and therefore will be required to submit their high school transcript for review.

Certificate in Arts and Science

The Certificate in Arts and Science is a gateway for students to complete a university credential faster than a standard degree. To apply, students need a passing grade in English Language Arts 30-1 (or an equivalent), or they can access it through the Post-Secondary Admission Route. Students can test the waters of post-secondary education on a part-time or full-time basis, choosing either an arts or science stream. At the completion of this ten-course program, they can apply to ladder their certificate into a degree.

Post-Secondary Admission

Applicants who have completed six or more transferable term courses at one or more post-secondary institutions will be considered as Post-Secondary applicants.

To qualify for general admission, Post-Secondary applicants must have an admission average of at least 2.0 on the uLethbridge 4.0 GPA scale, calculated on all transferable courses.

Satisfactory completion of certain Alberta high school courses or equivalents is required for admission to some majors. See High School Admission Requirements by Program for quota and specialized program admission requirements.

Upon admission, students are assigned transfer credit on a course-by-course basis for eligible post-secondary work. Transfer of credit may serve to reduce the number of courses which must be completed at ULethbridge in order to complete a program of studies.

For detailed information on course-by-course transfer, including course equivalencies, see ulethbridge.ca/ross/transfer-resources

Refer to Programs Available to Post-Secondary Students online: ulethbridge.ca/ross/admissions/undergrad/transfer

Also, see Admission in the current Calendar online: ulethbridge.ca/sites/ross/calendar/ug

Applied and Technology Degrees

Applicants presenting applied or technology degrees from recognized colleges or technical institutes in Canada with GPAs of 2.0 or higher on the ULethbridge 4.0 GPA scale will be considered for admission to first degree, undergraduate non-quota programs. These applicants will be considered for admission to quota programs according to their qualifications.

Transfer credit will be awarded according to regular ULethbridge procedures and policies, including those pertaining to residency, major and time limits.

Applied and technology degrees are not normally considered to be a basis of admission for second degree or graduate studies programs.

Degree Holders

Applicants who have completed, with satisfactory grades, one or more academic degrees from a recognized university, will be considered for admission to another degree program at ULethbridge. The declared ULethbridge program/major must be dissimilar from any degree already completed. Second degree program requirements are individualized for each student. Courses completed during a student’s first degree, as well as those completed after, may affect the program content and/or reduce the number of courses required to complete subsequent degrees. Please contact an academic advisor in the appropriate Faculty or School for more information.

For advice, contact admissions@uleth.ca.

For a complete list of admission routes and requirements, visit: ulethbridge.ca/ross/ admissions/undergrad/general-reqs

English Language and SPEAKING Requirements

English Language Proficiency

English is the primary language of instruction and communication at ULethbridge. Prior to registration, all undergraduate students must demonstrate English language proficiency sufficient to meet the demands of classroom instruction, written assignments and participation in tutorials and discussions, regardless of their citizenship status or country of origin. There are two types of English requirements that apply to applicants to ULethbridge:

1. English Language Proficiency (ELP): Admission requirement for all applicants to undergraduate programs

2. Spoken English Language Proficiency (SELP): Admission requirement for applicants to programs offered by the Faculty of Health Sciences

English Language Proficiency (ELP) must be presented prior to admission and may be shown in a number of ways, including:

• Alberta English Language Arts 30-1 or equivalent, with a minimum final (blended) grade of 75 per cent; a grade of 5 or higher IB Higher or Standard-level English; a grade of 4 or higher AP English; a grade of B or higher in GCSE A/S-level or A-level English

• Successful completion of a minimum two years of full-time academic study in English at a post-secondary institution in Canada or another country where English is recognized as the primary language. English as a Second Language of study is not considered academic.

• Successful completion of the Advanced Level of ULethbridge’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program

• A score of at least 80 on the iBT, with scores of at least 16 on each of Listening, Reading, and Speaking, and a score of at least 18 on Writing on the most recent official TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score, taken within the last two years.

• Most recent official Academic IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score, taken within the last two years,with an overall score of at least 6.0 and at least 6.0 in each band

Refer to the English Language Proficiency section in Admission of the current Academic Calendar or see our web page at ulethbridge.ca/ross/admissions/elp for additional methods of meeting the ELP requirement, as well as for listings of countries exempt from the ELP requirement.

Spoken English Language Proficiency

In addition to the English Language Proficiency requirement for ULethbridge undergraduate admission, all applicants to the Faculty of Health Sciences must also meet the Spoken English Language Proficiency (SELP) requirement. This additional SELP requirement is essential because students must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues, instructors, health care professionals, and the public in a variety of settings to be successful in these programs.

Evidence of Spoken English Language Proficiency (SELP) must be presented prior to admission and may be shown in a number of ways, including:

• Acceptable evidence of at least six consecutive years of full-time studies in a country and institution in which the primary language is English, including the successful completion of English Language Arts 30-1 or equivalent

• A score of at least 26 on the International Benchmark Test (iBT) Speaking section

• A score of at least 7.5 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Speaking band

• A score of at least 70 on the Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Speaking sub-test

• A score of at least 3 on the Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB) Speaking section

• Current registration with the College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CARNA) or College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA)

For additional information, refer to the SELP requirement in the Admissions section in Health Sciences of the current Academic Calendar online at: ulethbridge.ca/ross/academic-calendar

Pre-Professional Transfer Programs

Students at ULethbridge may prepare themselves to apply for admission to a number of professional programs offered at other universities.

Through arrangements between ULethbridge and professional faculties at other universities, transfer programs have been established for the professional programs listed below. Admission to these programs at the destination institutions is by quota and is competitive.

For more information about Pre-Professional Transfer Programs, visit Arts and Science in the current Academic Calendar.

Engineering

University of Alberta

• ULethbridge program of admission: Pre-Professional Transfer Program in Engineering

• Space is limited and admission is competitive.

• Applicants must present English Language Arts 30-1, Mathematics 30-1, Mathematics 31, Physics 30, and Chemistry 30. Typically an average of 75% or higher on these courses is required.

Journalism

University of Regina

• ULethbridge program of admission: BA

• Eligible ULethbridge majors: student’s choice. Majors in economics, English, history, political science, or sociology may be of particular interest.

• Applicants must meet general admission requirements.

Law

University of Alberta or University of Calgary

• ULethbridge program of admission: BA

• Eligible ULethbridge majors: student’s choice.

• Applicants must meet general admission requirements

Medicine

University of Alberta or University of Calgary

• ULethbridge program of admission: BSc

• Eligible ULethbridge majors: agricultural biotechnology, biochemistry, biological sciences, chemistry, neuroscience are of particular interest.

• Applicants must meet general admission requirements.

Social Work

University of Calgary

• ULethbridge program of admission: BA

• Eligible ULethbridge majors: student’s choice. Majors in economics, political science, psychology, or sociology may be of particular interest.

• Applicants must meet general admission requirements.

• The final two years of the Bachelor of Social Work program are offered at the Lethbridge campus by the University of Calgary, Faculty of Social Work, Lethbridge Division.

Veterinary Medicine

Western College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Calgary

• ULethbridge program of admission: BSc

• Eligible majors: agricultural biotechnology, biochemistry, biological sciences, chemistry, neuroscience.

• Applicants must meet general admission requirements.

Scholarships and DEADLINES

High School Applicant Awards

Award Requirements

Grade 11 Merit Award

Board of Governors’ Admission Scholarship

Regionally disbursed to high-achieving applicants

Regionally disbursed to high-achieving applicants

Deadline to Apply

June 30 of the year the applicant is in Grade 11

Apply for fall admission by December 15 No separate application required

Leadership Awards

High School Awards

Leadership, academic achievement, volunteer experience, financial need and/or artistic ability

Academic achievement

Transfer Applicant Awards

Award Requirements

Transfer/Collaborative

Post-Diploma

Minimum of 24 transferable credits with a GPA of 3.0 or higher

Academic achievement based on diploma GPA of 3.0 or higher

Separate scholarship application * required by March 15

Separate scholarship application * March 15 for fall entrance

Deadline to Apply

Separate scholarship application * June 15 for fall entrance

Separate scholarship application * June 15 for fall entrance

Athletic Awards | Alberta residents may be recommended by their coaches for a Jimmy Condon Athletic Scholarship during their first year of participation on a University intercollegiate athletic team. Entrance and continuing athletic awards are governed by U Sports.

*Applications must be submitted online using the Bridge (bridge.uleth.ca).

For a complete list of scholarships and awards, visit ulethbridge.ca/ross/student-finance/awards.

Government Student Financial Assistance

Contact our office for details on applying for government student financial assistance to study at ULethbridge. Check the CanLearnwebsite at canlearn.ca for general information on government student loan programs.

For additional information contact

Scholarships and Student Finance

University of Lethbridge | 4401 University Drive W. Lethbridge, AB T1K 3M4 fin.aid@uleth.ca ulethbridge.ca/ross/student-finance

Two Campuses to Choose From

Connecting the University of Lethbridge with Calgary’s East Village and the downtown core, our Calgary Campus offers flexible programs developed with the working professional in mind. Our space and delivery methods are designed for maximum flexibility with your personal schedule.

Calgary Campus offers flexible programs developed with the working professional in mind. Classes are offered in the evenings and on weekends so students can continue to work while they earn their degrees.

The student experience on our Calgary Campus is much different than on our Lethbridge Campus; it is not intended to meet the particular social and services needs of new students direct from high school., with the exception of the ULethbridge/BVC Integrated Pathway. See highlighted box below.

Students from Calgary who attend classes on the Lethbridge Campus, may choose to take courses on our Calgary Campus when they return for the summer break. We offer a wide variety of courses in a number of subject areas. It’s a way for students to ensure they stay on track (or get ahead) with their program.

Our Calgary Campus offers courses in fine arts, humanities, management, sciences, and social sciences.

For information on specific majors and minors available at the Calgary Campus, please visit: ulethbridge.ca/calgary/calgary-campus-programs

Students at our Calgary Campus have access to services including academic advisors who can assist with program planning and give advice on changing majors; enrolment advising to help students explore their interests and choose a major; study skills presentations; and learning supports such as exam accommodations and assistive technologies.

Lethbridge Campus inquiries@uleth.ca

Calgary Campus calgary.campus@uleth.ca

New for Fall 2023!

Newly admitted high school students can complete a ULethbridge Bachelor of Management (General Management) degree and BVC Business Administration Diploma (Supply Chain Management) in four years. Students will take classes through both institutions while following a shared curriculum for both credentials. This is the only ULethbridge program with daytime classes on the Calgary Campus.

University of Lethbridge (Calgary Campus)/Bow Valley College Integrated Pathway

something for you

Master of Education Routes

Thinking about furthering your education? ULethbridge offers three majors for our Master of Education program.

1. General – The program is delivered in a blended format for working professionals. Online learning is complemented with in-person components in July. Cohorts rotate through study themes reflecting new curricula. Study themes include:

• Teaching, Learning, and Neuroscience Summer 2023

• Multiple Literacies in Canadian Classrooms Summer 2024

• Curriculum and Assessment Summer 2025

2. Educational Leadership prepares educators for key school leadership careers. The program is delivered in a blended format for working professionals. Online learning is complemented with in-person components in July. This program meets the Leadership Quality Standard certification requirement. Individuals who aspire to be a school principal in Alberta require this leadership certification.

3. Counselling Psychology is designed to provide training for people who want to develop professional skills and certification in counselling psychology. The emphasis of the program is on the provision of counsellor training for those individuals who aspire to be a Canadian Certified Counsellor or Registered Psychologist.

Deadline to apply is December 1, 2022 to start Summer 2023.

Learn more at: ulethbridge.ca/future-student/ graduate-studies/master-education

How to apply for admission

Applying to ULethbridge is as easy as one, two, three...

To apply to uLethbridge, students must create an ApplyAlberta account before completing their ULethbridge application. Applicants can access the application from our website ulethbridge.ca/future-student as well as at applyalberta.ca.

Complete online application form at ulethbridge.ca/future-student

High school applicants:

Published Grade 11 grades will be used to determine conditional admission to ULethbridge. Final Grade 12 grades will be reviewed and must meet admission requirements prior to the appropriate document deadlines.

Include valid credit card information for payment of the application fee.

Student Application Fee

The application fee for admission to an undergraduate program is $140.

Conditional Admission

Conditional admission decisions are made on the basis of published Grade 11 grades (high school applicants), transcripts and/or mid-term mark statements (for courses in progress) received by the Admission decision document deadline. Applicants offered conditional admission must meet or exceed the admission standards of their program by the final document deadline.

Official Documents

Through ApplyAlberta, applicants authorize ULethbridge to request transcripts on their behalf from Alberta Education and/or participating post-secondary institutions in Alberta. Applicants attending institutions not participating in ApplyAlberta or any educational institution out-of-province must arrange to have official transcripts sent directly to Admissions.

Applicants currently studying at institutions not participating in ApplyAlberta or any educational institution out-of-province are strongly advised to arrange, at the time of application, for the submission of interim transcripts if required final transcripts are not yet available. Final, official transcripts must be submitted on or before the final document deadline Visit applyalberta.ca for more information.

Education Combined Degrees

Applicants may not apply directly into the Faculty of Education from high school. Interested applicants should initially apply to a pre-Bachelor of Education Combined Degrees program (pre-BA/BEd, pre-BSc/BEd, pre-BFA/BEd, pre-BMus/BEd, pre-BMgt/BEd).

From Application to Registration

Applicants, upon submitting an application, receive notification via email of their:

• Nine-digit ULethbridge student identification number

• Information regarding the application for scholarships

ULethbridge ID Number | Students need this nine-digit number to log on to the Bridge for the first time and set up their ULethbridge username and password.

Applicants should notify us immediately if their contact information changes. Log on to the Bridge (bridge.uleth.ca), email admissions@uleth.ca. We send important information by email so it is important for applicants to check their accounts regularly.

Applicants can check their application status, including required documents, at any time by logging on to the Bridge (bridge.uleth.ca).

An applicant offered admission receives an offer by email, followed by a mailed Welcome Package. We email registration information once it is available.

Applicants must complete the Confirmation of Admission online, or submit the form with the non-refundable tuition deposit before the expiry date identified in the Offer of Admission.

Expiry Date | Applicants must submit their Confirmation of Admission by the expiry date. If more time is needed, applicants should contact Admissions to determine next steps. admissions@uleth.ca

Confirmation of Admission | Applicants need to confirm online through the Bridge and send this form back to Admissions (signed and dated) to let us know whether or not they plan to attend ULethbridge. If they plan to attend, a tuition deposit MUST accompany this form. Note: This deposit is in addition to the application fee that has already been paid and is non-refundable Students who apply online do not need to send in the admission forms. Anyone that wishes to decline their offer can email admissions@uleth.ca

Students register in courses online, starting on their registration date, using the Bridge (bridge.uleth.ca)

Program Planning Guides (PPGs) | Program planning guides list all required courses and include a suggested sequence plan for how to complete the program. These guides are available online at ulethbridge.ca/ross/ppgs

Timeframe | Registration for the fall term typically starts during the end of April. Students who have been offered admission will normally receive registration information from us by email in mid-April. A student can register on or after their assigned date, but earlier registration is better for course selection.

Registration Date | This is the first day students can log on to the Bridge to add courses to their class schedule. Registration continues until the end of the first week of classes. To assist students with the process of registration, we host online and in-person registration workshops. Contact inquiries@uleth.ca for more information.

Liberal Education List Requirement | All ULethbridge students must complete the Liberal Education List Requirement. This involves taking at least four courses from three different areas: fine arts and humanities, social sciences, and sciences. The required courses in a student’s program typically fulfill some of this requirement, so the program planning guide, timetable, and Academic Calendar should be used to determine which additional courses should be taken. Refer to the current Calendar at the end of School of Liberal Education for more information. The Academic Calendar is available online: ulethbridge.ca/ross/academic-calendar

Student Recruitment Officers | Our team of dedicated and enthusiastic student recruitment officers are available to answer all your ULethbridge-related questions, take you and your students on a tour of campus or give a presentation at your school. We have three recruitment officers based at our Lethbridge Campus and two at our Calgary Campus. Contact inquiries@uleth.ca for more information or to arrange an in-class visit.

Enrolment Advising | We are happy to meet one-on-one with future students to discuss program options, admission requirements, first-year course selection and registration, life on campus, and more. These appointments can take place in-person, over the phone, in their community or online. Contact inquiries@uleth.ca

Student Mentors and Mentor Mail | Every new student is assigned a student mentor who communicates with them through Mentor Mail and personal emails. These mentors are current ULethbridge students who support future students by providing advice, information and contacts, answering questions, and assisting with changes and challenges your students may encounter during their first semester.

The Bridge | bridge.uleth.ca

ULethbridge’s web information system where students can:

• View admission status

• View transfer credits

• Request a program/major change

• Register for courses

• View class schedule

• Access T2202A tax form

• View cash office account summary (check tuition and fees owing and/or paid)

• View examination schedules

• View any holds on registration (registration privileges will be withheld if there are outstanding fees, including the current term’s fees)

• View final grades

• View working copy transcript

• View or update personal information

• Apply for scholarships

We are here for you and your students!

International Students

All applicants must present qualifications comparable to those of Canadian applicants:

• Applicants with completed, appropriate secondary qualifications from other countries will be considered for High School admission.

• To ensure success in academic study, all applicants, regardless of citizenship or country of origin, must meet the English language proficiency (ELP) requirements through recognized study or a valid standardized test score.

• Studies completed at recognized universities and colleges will be considered for PostSecondary admission, as appropriate.

• Applicants currently completing courses at Canadian High schools will be considered for early admission on the basis of final Grade 11 grades. For this purpose, the applicant will provide final grades for grade 11 and Grade 12 courses already completed.

Details on high school admission requirements for specific countries are available online at: ulethbridge.ca/ross/admissions/undergrad/ international

International Office

• Offers support to international students in all aspects of campus life; as a student and a visitor to our country

• Administers uLethbridge’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program

• Provides information about international exchange and study-abroad opportunities

Visit our websites: ulethbridge.ca/future-student ulethbridge.ca/international or contact us at international@uleth.ca

HOUSING

On-campus Housing

The University of Lethbridge offers a wide variety of on-campus living options, from single rooms to shared apartments.

Students who join us direct from high school or who take less than one year off between high school and university are considered New University students.

New students can apply online to stay in traditional-style dorms in University Hall (UHall), or one-, two- or fourbedroom apartments in Aperture Park. These are fully furnished with a bed (with storage space underneath), a desk and storage for clothing. Satellite television, wireless internet and all utilities are included. They also include common areas where students can meet up with friends, play video games, watch movies and unwind.

New students living in residence are required to purchase a dining plan, as they may be living away from home for the first time. This ensures first-year students have access to nutritious food with minimal effort.

ulethbridge.ca/housing housing@uleth.ca | 403-329-2584

Housing Deadlines

Students are advised to apply as early as possible to improve their chances for accommodation. Newly admitted applicants, who apply before April 1, will have their names entered into an accommodation lottery. Approximately 75% of the allocated beds will be randomly selected. The names drawn will be guaranteed accommodation prior to May 15.

Off-campus Housing

To help students who choose to live off campus, uLethbridge maintains an off-campus housing registry that provides a range of off-campus housing opportunities such as room and board, shared suites and apartments available for rent in the Lethbridge area. This list has excellent community support and is frequently updated. The list may be accessed online.

ulethbridge.ca/offcampushousing offcampus.housing@uleth.ca

Services for Students

Accommodated Learning Centre

The Accommodated Learning Centre (ALC) can support student requests for special testing or registration procedures once their disability has been documented. They can also guide students to local services or agencies which may be of assistance. Special equipment or specialized services frequently must be funded through agencies outside uLethbridge. Questions regarding physical access may also be brought to the ALC staff who will then direct students to the appropriate uLethbridge office or personnel.

alc@uleth.ca ulethbridge.ca/ross/ accommodated-learning-centre

Counselling Services

Counselling Services offers brief, individual counselling to students. It is confidential and can help students with a variety of personal issues including: adjusting to university life, anxiety, disordered eating, relationship issues and much more.

403-317-2845 ulethbridge.ca/counselling

Student Enrolment and Registrar Services (SEARS)

The SEARS team will be with you every step of your uLethbridge journey, from recruitment to Convocation and everything in-between. SEARS serves students in a number of ways including admissions, campus tours, course registration, timetabling, student records, academic calendar, transcripts and more inquiries@uleth.ca 403-320-5700 ulethbridge.ca/ross ulethbridge.ca/future-student

Iikaisskini: Indigenous Student Centre

Students who self-identify as Indigenous at ULethbridge receive guidance, encouragement and support in the transition to university life and beyond. fnmiss@uleth.ca ulethbridge.ca/first-nations-metis-inuit

Campus Safety

Your safety is our priority. Buildings have ClosedCircuitTelevision in public areas and are regularly patrolled by Security Services. Personalized electronic key fobs ensure only you have access to your room. Campus Safety also supplies a key-tag service in case students lose their keys on-campus or off.

403-329-2603 ulethbridge.ca/security

Tutoring and Learning Strategies

Whether students need some assistance with a particular course or just want some tips to make studying more efficient, we provide peer-run group tutoring and learning strategies to help students make the grade.

student.success@uleth.ca ulethbridge.ca/student-success-centre

Contacts

Admissions

SU140 (Students’ Union Building) 403-320-5700 admissions@uleth.ca ulethbridge.ca/ross Athletics gohorns.ca/staff.aspx

Calgary Campus 6th Floor, 345 - 6 Avenue SE calgary.campus@uleth.ca ulethbridge.ca/calgary

Campus Mobility Services (Parking)

TH101 (Turcotte Hall) 403-329-2602 parking@uleth.ca ulethbridge.ca/facilities/parking

Health Centre

SU020 (Students’ Union Building) 403-329-2484 (leave message) ulethbridge.ca/hr/health-centre health.centre@uleth.ca

Housing Services

C420 (University Hall) 403-329-2584 housing@uleth.ca ulethbridge.ca/housing

Off-Campus Housing offcampus.housing@uleth.ca ulethbridge.ca/ offcampushousing

Scholarships and Student Finance

AH151 (Anderson Hall) fin.aid@uleth.ca awards@uleth.ca ulethbridge.ca/ross/studentfinance

Counsellor Resources

We know you go above and beyond when helping students through the post-secondary decision-making process.

We will assist you in your efforts in any way we can. Know that you and your students may contact us at any time and we will do our best to help.

Sign up online

If you would like to stay up-to-date about issues affecting you and your students, visit ulethbridge.ca/futurestudent/counsellor-contact-request to be added to our counsellor listserve. We will send you important admission and program updates, counsellor newsletters, and invitations to upcoming uLethbridge counsellor events.

Request a presentation at your school

Academic Advising

Advising (or Student Program Services) offices are available to assist students with program planning. Academic advisors are typically available for walk-in and appointment times. Students should consult with an advisor regarding academic regulations, course selection, and program planning. Newly admitted high school students may also contact Enrolment Services with general questions.

Calgary Campus calgary.campus@uleth.ca

Dhillon School of Business Lethbridge Campus dhillon.advising@uleth.ca

Faculty of Arts & Science artsci.advising@uleth.ca

Faculty of Education edu.sps@uleth.ca

Faculty of Fine Arts finearts.advising@uleth.ca

Faculty of Health Sciences ulethbridge.ca/healthsciences/ advising

Our recruiters hit the road each September. Send us a request to visit your school and we will try our best to make it happen. There are some situations when it is not possible to visit in-person, but we can explore other solutions such as a virtual presentation or webinar.

Bring your school to us

If you have a date in mind to bring your students to visit our campus, let us know and we will schedule a day full of fun activities, including a tour of campus and free lunch!

Request material

We can send our resource publications and student handouts to your school at any time. Simply contact us with your address and the requested number of each type of publication.

- Future Student Viewbook

- Program brochures

IMPORTANT DATES

September 1 Application for admission opens

September 15 Housing applications open1

October 29 Open House

November 1 Application deadline for spring term (Lethbridge Campus)

December 1 Application deadline for spring term (Calgary Campus)

December 15 Early admission deadline Board of Governors’ scholarship application deadline

February 1 Application deadline for the Faculty of Education

February 4

First round of auditions for Bachelor of Music – Studio and Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Education applicants (fall term) 2

March 1 Application deadline for Bachelor of Nursing program

March 4 Second round of auditions for Bachelor of Music – Studio and Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Education applicants (fall term) 2

March 15 High school awards application deadline Application deadline for Bachelor of Therapeutic Recreation

April 29 Third round of auditions for Bachelor of Music (BMus) – Studio and BMus/Bachelor of Education applicants (fall term)

June 15 Application deadline for international students Transfer Awards deadline 1

June 30 General application deadline (Lethbridge Campus) Grade 11 Merit Award deadline

August 1 Application deadline (Calgary Campus)