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Financial resources
Post-secondary education is a great investment, be sure to plan what your costs are going to be and what funding and support is available to help you.
Parents can help
We know the importance of parents and families in supporting students’ decisions around post-secondary. Here are helpful links to specific information on our website for parents to explore, so they can help their student use our website and resources for planning and applications.
We work with school districts to host Parents as Education and Career Coaches (PECC) virtual presentations, which share information on post-secondary education and careers, as well as tools for families to best support their students in planning for the future. To learn more, contact support@educationplannerbc.ca.
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FAQ
Looking for help? Find answers to some frequently asked questions like how to create an EducationPlannerBC account and questions about application fees.
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Glossary
Explore the glossary to learn new terms you might come across during your research and application to post-secondary education.
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EducationPlannerBC Live Learning sessions
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Search thousands of programs, get to know trades, and discover career paths. Find helpful resources, including financial aid options, admission requirements, FAQs, and the Glossary. Learn how to create an account, save programs, paths, and careers to My List, and apply to post-secondary in B.C.
These free sessions are open to anyone interested in learning about post-secondary education and career planning, and will be especially helpful for high school students in grades 10-12, parents and student supporters, adult learners, high school counsellors, teachers, and career advisors.
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Search education programs
Explore 1,000s of programs offered throughout B.C. Use keywords or apply filters to narrow your search. Review the Fast Facts and Admissions Info tabs for details and visit the school’s website for more information - each institution sets their own admissions fees, intake procedures and application deadlines.
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Things to consider
There are many factors to think about when preparing for post-secondary from high school class selection, deciding where to go, knowing application dates, how to order transcripts, and more. You can also find resources for disability and accessibility, as well as health & wellness.
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Education & career resources
Discover helpful resources all in one place that can help you and your student feel prepared for post-secondary. From planning and application resources, to transcript ordering, transfer options, and financial information. Download our pre-application checklist to get prepared before you apply!
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Apply for admissions
When students are ready to apply, they can create a free account on the Apply page. Admission for most Fall intake programs open in early October each year. Students can apply to multiple B.C. institutions using their one EducationPlannerBC account.
Contact information for admission offices
For questions about programs, admission requirements, or immigration matters, contact the Admissions or Future Students department at the institution you wish to apply to.
Contact information for private institutions
If students are considering applying to a private institution in B.C., please contact the institution directly for information on their admissions process.
Are you a parent of a high school student? We'd love to hear from you!
The Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills is conducting a survey and research sessions to improve government websites, making it easier for those who help young people navigate student funding and financial planning information.
If you are interested in participating in this research, we invite you to complete the following survey.