Checking in

One month away from application lift-off!

Right now, our application system is undergoing some tweaks that will hopefully make the process a little easier (on the eyes) and more seamless. If you’re a UBC student, you’ve probably noticed the changes in the Student Service Centre, where you will find the supplemental application forms once you’ve submitted the general online application. We’re looking forward to seeing the rest of the modifications soon.

For now, you may be interested in checking out the following updates to the TEO website.

• What’s a competitive GPA? How many people were admitted this year? These are typical questions posed by prospective students. You can find your answers on our  Admission Statistics (remember to expand the section labelled “How is my application evaluated?”).
• Important dates and deadlines are available on the Application Timeline. You can start sending us your transcripts and references now and we’ll hold on to them until you submit your application.
• Got questions about housing or financial aid? We’ve updated our FAQs – take a look!

You might also be interested in exploring the following featured program options …

• Music Education for those who aspire to cultivate the next Diana Krall.
• French options in teaching kindergarten to grade 12.
• Home Economics to inspire the next generation of fashion designers and chefs — or at least teach the basics of survival post-life-with-Mom-and-Dad.

If you want to talk about some of these options, don’t hesitate to contact us! Anne and I are available for advising appointments or contact us by IM (during select hours) or email (teacher.ed[at]ubc.ca).

Questions we’ve heard so far

Q. Can I select one specialization for the Secondary option?
A. Yes, you may select only one specialization (e.g. Major Art). Make sure that it is a Major (Specialization).

Q. I don’t meet the requirments for a second program choice. Can I submit only my first program choice?
A. Yes, the system will allow you to submit only the first program choice.

Q. I am currently completing my program. What should I put down as the end date for my program?
A. Please include the anticipated/future end date of your program.

Q. I previously applied to UBC and was offered admission, but I never registered for courses and attended. Do I still have to click on “I attended UBC” in question 1 in General Information?
A. Yes. If you were admitted to UBC, you were given a student number that applies to this session as well. For some reason, the system isn’t allowing users to simply click “Yes” and “I don’t know my UBC student number.” This matter is being looked into presently.

Feel free to post more questions in the comments. And if you’re having technical problems in the B.Ed. application or supplemental application forms, please email sswebsupport@exchange.ubc.ca and let us know as well so we can inform other users.