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2 3 GRENFELL CAMPUS, MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY THE ATTENTION YOU WANT Grenfell Campus in Corner Brook is a campus of Memorial University, offering under- Grenfell Campus has a low student-to-faculty ratio (17:1); this means a smaller class graduate degrees in arts, business, education, fine arts, nursing, resource management size, which allows you to get the attention you deserve throughout your degree. and science, and graduate programming in arts and science. With about 1,300 students, Our faculty and support staff have an “open door policy,” meaning they are there to Grenfell Campus is considered more of a home than an institution. The campus is personal, provide support when it’s needed. Throughout your program you will study alongside your comfortable and full of opportunities. You’ll get to know your professors and classmates, peers with the support of faculty. Some students may also have the opportunity who will become part of your support system; these relationships will develop into lifelong to conduct research with their professors while completing their undergraduate degree. friendships. We pride ourselves in offering a quality education to all our students while providing the opportunity to impact the world around them and discover their future self.

4 5 PROGRAMS CAREER SUPPORTS BACHELOR OF ARTS There are many part-time jobs on campus through the Memorial University Career English, environmental studies, historical studies, humanities, psychology, social/cultural studies Exploration Program (MUCEP). MUCEP is designed to provide you with hands-on BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION experience in your field of study and help prepare you for future career opportunities.

BACHELOR OF EDUCATION Grenfell Campus also provides career experience through the Grenfell ACCESS primary/elementary (consecutive delivery option only, Mentoring Program, which is designed to create opportunities for students to administered by St. John’s campus Faculty of Education) explore their occupational options. Students are connected with committed BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS professionals in the workplace to gain first-hand knowledge and experience theatre, visual arts in a field of interest. BACHELOR OF NURSING BACHELOR OF RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Mentors can share information about their occupations and offer practical sustainable resource management career related experience and advice. This program aims to bridge the gap BACHELOR OF SCIENCE from education to the workplace. computational mathematics, environmental science (biology or chemistry), general science, physics, psychology MASTER OF ARTS environmental policy MASTER OF SCIENCE boreal ecosystem and agricultural science MINORS art history, business, Canadian studies, classics, economics, English, environmental science, environmental studies, French, folklore, geography, historical studies, humanities, mathematics, philosophy, physics, psychology, religious studies, science, social/cultural studies, sociology

At Grenfell Campus, many students complete their first year of study or more toward most undergraduate programs offered at the St. John’s campus of Memorial University, including engineering. For a program list, visit: www.mun.ca/undergrad/programs.

6 7 STUDY IN A UNIQUE LOCATION CAMPUS LIFE The city of Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador, has the attractions of a larger About 600 students live on campus in one of three styles of on-campus accommodation: centre while keeping its small town charm and laid-back vibe. Our community is rich traditional residence rooms, chalet apartments and the new Residence Complex. All with arts and culture, restaurants, shopping, nightlife and outdoor adventure. We first-year students who apply by the deadline of March 1 receive a housing guarantee. have hiking trails, mountain biking trails, fresh and saltwater kayaking, caves to All bedrooms are private and include furniture, Internet and utilities. Life on campus is explore and cross-country ski trails. Exhilarating ziplining and some of the best exciting; it puts you at the heart of the action and helps to build lifelong relationships. downhill skiing are located only minutes from campus at Marble Mountain, Atlantic Canada's largest ski hill.

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Standard residence room Standard Residence Complex room 8 9 FEES A QUALITY EDUCATION Our provincial government continues to subsidize tuition at Memorial University, giving Memorial University is a fully accredited that meets the high quality us one of the lowest tuition rates in the country. That means it is more affordable for standards required for accreditation from the Association of Universities and of you to come to Grenfell Campus, Memorial University for your undergraduate studies. Canada, as well as Newfoundland and Labrador’s provincial quality assurance processes. We pride ourselves in offering a quality education to all of our students while providing TUITION & FEES COST ESTIMATE (Two semesters of full- time undergraduate studies) them the opportunity to impact the world around them. We are an internationally recognized institution and rank among some of the top universities in the world: MANDATORY FEES INTERNATIONAL STUDENT TUITION $8,800 ($880 per course) ACCOMMODATIONS n Memorial University consistently ranks in the top 25 universities in Canada (meal plan not included) (QS World University Rankings) Arts and Science Builiding residence $2,780 Residence Complex $2,960 n Memorial University is ranked sixth among comprehensive universities in Canada, Chalet apartments: single; family $3,238; $5,240 in the 2015 Maclean’s University Rankings OTHER FEES Grenfell Campus Student Union Fee $140 Canadian Federation of Students $17.20 n Memorial University placed first out of 15 comprehensive universities in the student/ Health plan* $413.68 (international Student Guard insurance)** faculty ratio and first among all universities in Canada in operating budget per student Dental plan* N/A** (2015 Maclean’s University Rankings) VARIABLE FEES MEALS (Meal costs vary. Students have the option to purchase a $900-$4,000 (estimate) n Grenfell Campus has one of the best student/faculty ratios in Canada – our small meal plan through an on-campus vendor or prepare meals class sizes give you better access to your professors to help you succeed in the facilities provided)

BOOKS AND SUPPLIES (estimate – costs will vary depending on the program) $1,500 (estimate)

TOTALS: $14,551–$20,111

* International students can opt into provincial/national student health and dental plans, if conditions are met. Contact International Student Services for more information: [email protected]. ** Pricing listed sets forth the intentions of the university at the time of publication. Pricing is subject to change. SCHOLARSHIPS International merit-based scholarships are available. Students are assessed automatically during the admissions process; no application is required. The merit-based scholarships offered at Grenfell Campus range in value from $3,000 to $8,000 CAD.

10 11 GENERAL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION (GCE) ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS General Certificate of Education (GCE) graduates are required to complete the GCE HIGH SCHOOL with a minimum average of “C” in five “O” level subject areas acceptable to the To be eligible for admission as an international student, you must have university committee on admissions. In addition, students are expected to complete graduated from a recognized university preparatory program with two “A” level courses or four “AS” level courses with minimum grades of “C.” acceptable senior level courses in the five subject areas, normally: Transfer credits will be granted for applicants completing the “A” and “AS” level subjects of the GCE. n English n mathematics* TRANSFER APPLICANTS n a laboratory science* Students transferring from post-secondary institutions are required to be in good

n a social science standing at the end of their final semester at their former institution. In addition to the application for admission and $100 application processing fee, n and one other subject area transfer applicants should submit: An overall average equivalent to 70% is required for general admission. A higher average may be needed for competitive or faculty-specific programs. n official course outlines for courses completed at your current or former university or . Credits will be evaluated for transfer following confirmation of admission eligibility.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY All students applying for admission must prove their proficiency in English.

*May be waived for admission to programs where the subject is not included among the requirements for the program to which the student has applied for admission. Specific requirements by country/region are found at www.mun.ca/regoff/admission/applying/international.php.

12 13 English language requirements:

n IELTS: Overall band score of 6.5, with at least a band 6 in reading and writing HOW TO APPLY 1) Submit an undergraduate application for admission/readmission at n TOEFL: 79 on the iBT, with a minimum score of 20 in reading and writing mun.ca/undergrad. For Grenfell Campus programs, be sure to indicate and 17 in listening and speaking. Grenfell Campus as your campus of choice. The application fee is $100. More information on English language proficiency can be found under the future 2) Send all documents required to complete your application to: students tab at grenfell.mun.ca Office of the Registrar Memorial University of Newfoundland Students who do not meet these requirements and who wish to complete an Intensive St. John’s, NL, CANADA A1C 5S7 English Program in preparation for admission may apply for the Intensive English Program at the same time they apply for admission to undergraduate studies DOCUMENTS* REQUIRED: to be considered for provisional admission. n interim transcripts for all high school, college and university courses completed For information and to apply visit www.grenfell.mun.ca/iep (official or unofficial, at the time of application) n final transcripts (official, as soon as final grades for courses in progress at the time WHEN TO APPLY of application are completed) Memorial has three semesters: fall (September), winter (January) and spring (May). n course outlines (transfer students only) Most students begin their studies in the fall semester. The deadline for fall semester n proof of English language proficiency or application to Intensive English Program general admission is March 1. *A supplementary application and associated forms are required for the following Grenfell Campus programs: Application deadlines vary by program and can be found under the future students education, theatre, visual arts and nursing tab on grenfell.mun.ca. 3) Apply for housing: www.grenfell.mun.ca/res. Apply by March 1 for housing guarantee.

14 15 GETTING HERE If you’re coming to Grenfell from within Canada, fly to Deer Lake (YDF), then drive 40 minutes to our campus in Corner Brook. International Student Services at Grenfell Campus offers a free airport pickup program. If you live outside Canada, you will clear customs in cities such as Toronto, Montreal, Halifax, or St. John’s, then take a connecting flight to Deer Lake Airport. You should be aware of customs regulations.

COURIER/DELIVERY: 20 University Drive, Corner Brook Newfoundland and Labrador A2H 5G4 Canada CANADA POST: P.O. Box 2000 Grenfell Campus, Corner Brook Newfoundland and Labrador A2H 6P9 Canada

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