Student experience events

Throughout the year, we host special events that let you experience what UBC is like first-hand. Join us to participate in a mini-lecture, explore each campus with your potential new classmates, meet current students, and more.

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Okanagan campus

Before and after you apply

 

Future Global Leaders

If you’re a high school student aged 15 to 18, you can get a head start on your academic goals by taking part in the UBC Future Global Leaders program. During each 10-week online course, you’ll explore your academic interests with a top-tier university, try a popular university course without the stress of exams, and make friends from around the world. These pre-university courses are a great way to work out what your passions are while you’re still in high school, and prepare yourself for success at university and beyond.

Who can attend:

Students from 15 to 18 who have completed Grade 10 or equivalent. We suggest that you have a grade point average of 78% or letter grade B or higher, or a minimum IB final grade of 5. Find out more information about eligibility.

When:

Summer (July to August) or fall (September to December)

How to register:

Check out our blog post for more information and registration instructions


Experience UBC Okanagan

If you live in the Okanagan Valley, we’re excited to invite you to visit! As part of the Experience UBC Okanagan event, we’ll arrange your transport to get to campus. When you get here, you’ll enjoy a full day of programming to help you learn more about the unique programs available at UBC Okanagan, discover the best places on campus, and find out what makes this location such a vibrant place to live, play, and study.

Who can attend:

Prospective students who live in the Okanagan Valley

When:

February

After you've been admitted

UBC Chat-a-thon

If you’re an international student or Canadian living abroad and you have been admitted to UBC for 2023 you’re invited to the UBC Chat-a-thon!

The UBC Chat-a-thon is a two-week long virtual event where you will have the chance to connect with other students, faculties, and UBC advisors about programs and general UBC questions through a text-based live chat. Each session will include a Dean’s, Associate Dean’s, or director’s kick-off, a prize giveaway, and an opportunity to chat with advisors and specific faculties.

Who can attend:

International students and Canadians living abroad who have been admitted to UBC for 2023.

When:

April 17, 2023 until April 29, 2023

Signup:

Visit UBC’s events page and select the UBC Chat-a-thon sessions that work best for you. You are welcome to attend as many sessions as you want!

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