University of British Columbia

“UBC has truly allowed me to create my own path. They have countless degree programs and great opportunities such as the mentorship program I am in. In this program, I got paired with an upper-year student in my degree as well as a graduate who is already in the field, and they both give me the best advice. As well, UBC offers every club you could think of. Whatever your niche is, you will find a group of like-minded people here. On top of all that, UBC also has an incredible array of courses to choose from. Anything you are curious about and want to learn more about, UBC almost always has a course for it.”

“UBC provides more than just a university experience. It provides me with opportunities to explore beyond the textbook and to test and apply the knowledge that I learned in the classroom in real-life situations. Being able to get work experience even before you graduate is a very valuable opportunity for international students which is not offered by many universities around the world.”

“The ability to be in a smaller tight-knit community while having access to the resources of a larger institution is a large reason as to why I chose the Okanagan campus. I love being a big fish in a small pond and getting to pursue different opportunities in a competitive yet supportive environment has allowed me to put myself out there, learn from my mistakes, and more importantly try again! I also love that I'm not just a number, my faculty and professors know me by name and we're able to have meaningful conversations about their research, shared interests, and their journey of getting to where they are today.”

“When I chose to study Kinesiology at UBC, I knew I wanted to find ways I could connect my degree with my Indigeneity. Throughout my degree I have been a member of multiple committees that promote equity and diversity for Indigenous peoples, taken courses directly related to Indigenous health & wellness, and have learned from numerous Indigenous professors and mentors in Kinesiology. All of these experiences have strengthened my desire to use my degree to connect with community and advocate for Indigenous representation in health and physical activity spaces.”

“When I originally came to UBC as a transfer student, I was unsure of what I wanted my academic and career futures to be. I had just spent a year studying musical theatre in the United States, and realized it wasn't the right path for me. After taking a campus tour of UBC Vancouver and speaking to the incredible student ambassadors, I knew transferring to UBC was a step onto the right path. Two years later, and it is the best decision I have ever made, though it was extremely scary and nerve-wracking at first.”

“There are many opportunities available at UBC to customize your own university experience. Right from first year, I have been involved in clubs on campus, participated in numerous events, held campus positions, and so much more. All of these allowed me to create experiences and memories I would have otherwise missed and opened doors I wouldn’t have known existed. These experiences have also allowed me to meet and get to know people I might not have otherwise and given me many opportunities, from awards to jobs to great friends.”