Post-Secondary Institutions
"Find a purpose and your passion will follow."
-- Mac Anderson --
MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY (updated on 23 October 2020)
www.mun.ca
General undergraduate admission to Memorial University requires that applicants have successfully completed Grade 12 in a university preparatory program (in the case of Quebec students, the Secondary V Certificate). Students must achieve a passing mark in each of the following Grade XII academic or advanced-level subjects with an overall average of not less than 70 per cent compiled from the grades received in the courses selected:
· English
· Mathematics
· Laboratory Science (one of biology, chemistry, earth systems or physics)
· Social science or modern or classical language
· Elective
Memorial University offers admission to all applicants who meet the minimum criteria for general admission. The deadline to submit your application for the fall semester is March 1.
Message from MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY
Update on general admissions Memorial’s Senate waived the undergraduate general admission overall average requirement of 70 per cent for Newfoundland and Labrador high school students in the graduating class of 2020 who apply to attend Memorial University in the 2020-21 academic year (Fall 2020, Winter 2021, or Spring 2021).
Applicants will need to have completed graduation requirements for high school as set down by the provincial Department of Education and obtained passing credits in the subjects outlined in the university Calendar, which include English, mathematics, laboratory science, social studies or modern/classical language and an elective. Visit the FAQ for prospective students and applicants for more information.
Admission requirements for competitive admission programs will be assessed by the faculties/schools in the context of the current situation.
Note: This change is not applicable for admissions to Faculty of Medicine or admissions to Marine Institute diploma programs.
Update on scholarship standings: Scholarship standing for the 2020-21 scholarship year for undergraduate entrance students (who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents graduating from secondary schools within Canada) is defined as a 75% average compiled from the final grades received in secondary school courses required for University admission.
Students who recently received an early scholarship offer to Memorial must graduate high school and register full time at Memorial in the 2020-21 academic year. Students will be contacted in August to confirm their initial offer and will be provided with payment details at that time.
The priority MUN application deadlines for general admission are as follows:
March 1 Fall Semester (September)
October 1 Winter Semester (January)
February 1 Spring Semester (May)
Specific academic program deadlines can be found in the programs section.
Memorial University School of Nursing
Some important information:
- The admissions website has recently been updated. Our goal is to make the information clear and easy to follow for applicants, advisors, and guidance counsellors. Please see our updated webpage for high school applicants, found here: https://www.mun.ca/nursingadmissions/AdmissionInformation/HighSchoolApplicants/
- NEW requirement for 2021: all nursing applicants must complete the CASPer test as part of the admissions process. This is an online test that will assess applicants’ non-academic attributes. To read about CASPer and available testing dates for Memorial University’s Undergraduate Nursing, please see here: www.takecasper.com
- The application for nursing will open November 4th, 2020 and will close February 1st, 2021. All required documents must be submitted by February 1, except for the mid-year grade report for NL high school applicants, which must be submitted by March 1. These deadlines are strict—applications that are missing documents will result in an automatic rejection from the competition.
- Students with questions should email [email protected]
CENTRE FOR NURSING STUDIES (Eastern Health)
http://www.cns.nf.ca
The Centre for Nursing Studies (CNS) is operated by Eastern Health and offers a variety of high quality nursing education programs to prepare our graduates to provide excellent patient care. Programs are offered both on-site and by distance delivery.
The Centre for Nursing Studies offers high quality nursing education programs that have received the highest accreditation and/or approval ratings, including the Bachelor of Nursing (Collaborative) Program, the Practical Nursing Program, and a variety of continuing education programs and workshops for Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses.
The Centre for Nursing Studies is the largest nursing school in Newfoundland and Labrador with approximately 1,000 students across all programs.
ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Kickstart Summer & Fall Semesters 2020
please read the information found at the link below
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1DuxN55LvRY7hM80m7mfofGlppfMABC1K&authuser=0
MARINE INSTITUTE (updated on 23 October 2020)
www.mi.mun.ca
Message from the MARINE INSTITUTE
There are new and exciting online initiatives happening this year starting with the launch of a new online viewbook as well as a new landing page with quick links to everything future student(s) will need to explore MI as a post-secondary option.
To explore MI online, check out these new resources: In the coming weeks we will be providing you with the option of our new video presentation. In the meantime, we encourage you and your students to visit our new resources listed above. As always, we are here for you if you have any questions or concerns. If there are students who would like to connect with MI please contact www.learnatmi.ca to book a meeting.
Reminder, we are still accepting applications for some programs for the Fall 2020 semester. If you are interested in MI, please contact [email protected] and a member of the recruitment team will help advise you on next steps. Please note that our technical certificates (Bridge Watch, Fire Rescue, and Marine Diesel Mechanics) are full for the upcoming academic year and we are not accepting any more applications at this time.
Important Dates:
July 14th – Course Registration
September 8th – Orientation
September 9th – First Day of Classes (Remote Delivery)
Information about the fall semester:
- We will be offering a reduced course load in all programs because of the remote delivery method
- Deferral options can be discussed on a one on one bases
- Medicals will not be required until the end of the fall semester
Please be aware that you must complete and pass your medical in order to continue in the program
https://www.mi.mun.ca/departments/offshoresafetyandsurvivalcentreossc/physicianslist/
- Course registration will begin on July 14th, more information about this will be sent to you including step-by-step instructions closer to the registration date
MI offers block registration, space will be held for you in the courses you require
Financial Assistance:
- Student Aid (if necessary)
www.gov.nl.ca/aesl/studentaid
- Government Funding for students affected by Covid-19
https://pm.gc.ca/en/news/news-releases/2020/04/22/support-students-and-new-grads-affected-covid-19
- Scholarships
https://www.mi.mun.ca/calendar/current/studentinformation/scholarshipsawardsbursaries/
Housing:
- Housing applications for the Fall 2020 semester have been deferred to Winter 2021, if you require accommodations please contact the residence team.
Academic Accommodations:
- If you have a history of academic accommodations or any accessibility concerns, please contact Accessibility Services
www.mi.mun.ca/departments/studentsaffairs/accessibilityservices
Robert Forward, Student Affairs Officer, Accessibility Services
· [email protected]
Health & Dental Insurance:
- Information on how to opt out and deadlines
www.misuonline.ca
Campustore & Connect
- Visit the Campustore
www.mi.mun.ca/micampusstore
- Connect with us on social media
Instagram: @marine.institute
Facebook: marine.institute
Twitter: @marineinstitute
YouTube: marineinstitutepr
As always please continue to check the FAQ page frequently as all updates will be posted there:
https://www.mi.mun.ca/marineinstitutecovid-19informationandupdates/futurestudents/
COLLEGE OF THE NORTH ATLANTIC (CNA) (updated on 23 October 2020)
https://www.cna.nl.ca
CNA is Newfoundland and Labrador’s public college – one of the largest post-secondary educational and skills training centres in Atlantic Canada, with a history dating back 50 years. There are campus locations throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.
Canadian? You are in luck! Having had a tuition freeze since 2005, CNA continues to have the lowest tuition fees of any post-secondary institution in Atlantic Canada - just $726 per semester for most programs!
*Equipment and textbook fees not included.
Entrance requirements for each program are set out in the program descriptions of each program on the College website. At minimum all applicants should submit their latest transcript of high school/equivalent ABE marks which will be assessed on an individual basis.
Students that are applying under the mature student clause may be considered on an individual basis as per the college's admissions procedures .
Canadian applicants must complete a student application form and forward it to College of the North Atlantic. Applications can be submitted and paid for:
If submitting and paying for your application online or by mail:
You will be mailed a letter requesting:
- official high school transcripts
If you are currently in high school, we will attempt to use your MCP/Healthcare number to pull your transcript records automatically - additional program-specific required documents
(degrees, certificates, drivers license, etc.)
If submitting and paying for your application in person:
You will be asked to forward the above items to your campus of application.
GOVERNMENT OF CANADA
Check out the following websites to see the many opportunities that await you!
Canadian Armed Forces
https://forces.ca/en
Canadian Coast Guard
https://www.ccg-gcc.gc.ca/college
Royal Canadian Mounted Police
https://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca
OTHER POST-SECONDARY INSTITUTIONS:
KEYIN COLLEGE
https://keyin.ca
Keyin College was originally established in Newfoundland and Labrador in 1980, with the goal of providing career seekers with the practical skills they would need to succeed and flourish in a competitive job market.
Below is a partial list of some of the programs offered:
- Law Enforcement Foundations
- Accounting, Payroll Administrator
- Business Administration
- Travel and Tourism
- Business Management
- Human Resource Management (Post Graduate Program)
- Child & Youth Care Worker with Addictions Support
- Pharmacy Technician (St. John's)
- Primary Care Paramedic
- Occupational Health & Safety
- Personal Care Attendant
- Therapeutic Recreation
- Funeral Services Program
- Hairstylist
- Early Childhood Education
- Dental Assisting Level II
- Commercial Driver Training
CARPENTER MILLWRIGHT COLLEGE
http://www.carpentermillwrightcollege.ca/newfoundland-labrador
Programs offered:
- Carpenter (Pre-Employment)
- Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)
- Scaffolding
- Heavy Formwork
- Lather (Interior Systems Mechanic) (Entry)
- Safety
- Construction Health and Safety Advisor
- Painter and Decorator
ACADEMY CANADA
https://www.academycanada.com
Academy Canada is proud to be the largest independent career college in NL and one of the most diverse in the entire country. We have helped more than 35,000 students build awesome careers by delivering hands-on and relevant diploma programs in the top 35 employment fields related to Construction Trades, Justice, Business, Health & Personal Care, Creative Studies and Animal Care/Nature.
Academy Canada has monthly start dates in most of our programs. August and December are the only months in which we don’t accept new students.
Still unsure? Need help finding a school? Check out this site.
http://www.schoolfinder.com
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Mapping Your Future
Packing list for college bound
Are you off to college in the fall? Use the following checklist as a guide to help ensure you have everything you need for your first year at college:
Kitchen needs:
·Plastic bowl and cup
·Coffee cup
·Fork, knife, spoon
·Can/bottle opener
·Water bottle
Room needs:
·Alarm clock
·Wastepaper basket
·Hangers
·Desk lamp
·Small personal fan
·Adhesive hooks, tacky adhesive, and mounting tape (if living in dorm, see what they allow)
·Push pins
·Small personal toolkit
Electronics:
·Laptop
·Headphones
·Surge protector
·Extension cord
Linens/laundry supplies:
·Sheets and pillowcases (two sets)
·Towels (three each, bath, hand, and face)
·Pillows (two)
·Mattress pad
·Blankets
·Comforter and duvet cover (makes laundering easier)
·Laundry bag/basket
·Laundry stain remover
·Lint brush
·Sewing kit
Toiletries/Miscellaneous
·Pepto-Bismol®
·Imodium®
·Feminine hygiene products (if appropriate)
·Aspirin or ibuprofen
·Neosporin
·Band-aids
·Cough drops
·Shower tote
·Shampoo and conditioner
·Hair-styling products
·Bath and face soap
·Traveling-soap container(s)
·Toothpaste and toothbrush
·Dental floss
·Comb/brush
·Tweezers
·Nail clippers
·Hair dryer
·Razor and shaving cream
·Lotion and/or facial moisturizer
·Q-tips
Desk supplies:
·Memory stick
·Stapler and staples
·Pens and pencils
·Notebooks
·3 X 5 Index cards
·Post-it® notes
·Paper clips
·Rubber bands
·Scissors
·Highlighter pens (multiple colors)
·Ruler
·Stackable desk trays
·Dictionary and thesaurus
·Stamps and envelopes
Clothing
·Underwear (minimum 14 pairs)
·Socks (minimum 14 pairs, dress socks and athletic socks)
·Seven pairs of pants/jeans
·14 shirts/blouses
·Two sets of sweats
·Pajamas
·Slippers and/or flip-flops
·Two sweaters (if appropriate)
·Light/heavy jackets
·Gloves/scarf/hat (if appropriate)
·One pair of boots
·Two pairs of sneakers or comfortable walking shoes
·One pair of dress shoes
·One set of business attire clothes
·One set of semi-formal attire (optional)
Be organized as you start college
Although more and more of what we do in life, such as shopping, communicating with friends, travel planning, applying for financial aid, etc, can be done online, we still receive a lot of paper. It can become overwhelming and fill our lives with clutter.
Want to start college on the right foot?
Here are some tips for getting organized:
Classes - You will likely receive a syllabus for each class and will need to take notes from lectures. Even if you plan to take notes on a laptop or iPad, it is important to set up a system to organize hard copies of materials for each class. You might want to have a notebook for each class, or some type of file to store all necessary paperwork, including tests and graded papers you might need to study for your final exams.
Mail - Handle each piece of mail as soon as you receive it. Mail can pile up quickly, and something important can be overlooked when it is mixed in the junk mail. Open your mail as soon as you receive it and throw away anything that doesn't require you to take action.
Receipts - Save credit card receipts until you can match them up with your statement. Once you're reviewed your statement, discard the receipts, unless you will need them for taxes or other reimbursement. In that case, file them immediately.
Financial aid- If you have or will receive any financial aid to attend college, make sure you save copies of all paperwork. If you take out a student loan, make sure you have all the documents. This paperwork will be important when repayment begins.
Magazines - Magazines can pile up quickly, especially if you receive several a week or month. You might want to end some subscriptions. You also can scan the table of contents when you receive a magazine and read only those articles of interest. If you have magazines that are several weeks or months old, you probably should just discard them.
Billing statements and invoices - Sometimes these can come in handy if you need to reference them for prior billing or a record of service. Up to two years worth is a good guideline, but it isn't necessary to keep paperwork on anything you no longer own.
Remember, if you need to discard something with personal information on it (your address, Social Security number, account numbers), shred the document first.
Top 10 characteristics to consider during colleges visits:
10. Size of the school and classes - Do you want to attend a school whose classes could have a class size of 200 students during freshman year? Or do you prefer small classes where the professors may be able to give you more attention?
9. Location, location, location - Is the school located in a small town (more of a rural setting) or a large city with a more urban feel? Is it located in a different weather climate than where you currently live?
8. Homesickness - How far is it from the school to your home? Will you be able to go home on a moment's notice, or are you only going to be able to go home during holiday and summer breaks?
7. Coed or single-gender - Do you prefer a coed or single-gender school?
6. Campus environment - Is the school categorized as a "walking campus" (more people, less vehicles)? Does it seem to have an environment where you would feel supported?
5. Housing situation - Are you going to live on or off campus? What are the dorms like? Is off-campus housing plentiful and affordable?
4. Social activities and clubs - What social activities and student clubs are currently organized on campus? Does the school offer intramural sports?
3. Facilities - What are the facilities like? Will you feel comfortable sleeping, studying, and learning here for the next several years?
2. Jobs - Are there jobs available (on or off campus) if you need to work part or full time?
And the number one characteristic to consider during colleges visits is . . .
1. Affordability - After receiving your financial aid award letter (including grants, scholarships, work, and loans you're eligible to receive) from the school, what costs can you expect to pay for the year? Can you afford this school? Does another institution offer the same characteristics important to you at a lower cost?