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High School at University 2021/2022 10 Lonely Planet named Manitoba one of the top 10 “Best in Travel” regions for 2019. Ranked top 3 of the best large Canadian cities to live in. MoneySense magazine (2017) VANCOUVER WINNIPEG TORONTO NEW YORK CHICAGO 1,100 + 100+ The Great Outdoors Restaurants featuring Explore Winnipeg’s We’re multicultural — Manitoba is home to beautiful global cuisines and International Jazz Festival, more than 100 languages Fringe Festival, Folk Festival, beaches, scenic landscapes, award-winning chefs. are spoken here. and impressive wildlife. Festival du Voyageur, and more. For more information, see U.S. News & World Report’s 2017 rankings, UK Business Insider’s ranking of safest countries, and National Geographic Travel Best Trips 2016. Design Brownell/Joe-Lynn ©Carl The University of Winnipeg Collegiate Winnipeg | 1 The Heart of Canada Winnipeg is the capital city of Manitoba and located in the centre of Canada, which is consistently ranked one of the world’s safest countries and one of the world’s top travel destinations. Our central downtown campus is only steps away from galleries, museums, and shopping, as well as being close to green spaces, parks, and walkways. 07 1.5 Sunny Days Winnipeg is Canada’s Winnipeg was named The U.S. border Winnipeg has an average of 316 7th largest city with a one of the best places is a short 1.5 hour to visit on earth by National sunny days per year, one of the population of 811,000. road trip away. sunniest cities in Canada! Geographic Travel! For more information, see U.S. News & World Report’s 2017 rankings, UK Business Insider’s ranking of safest countries, and National Geographic Travel Best Trips 2016. 2 | About High School at University High School at University The University of Winnipeg Collegiate (UWC) is located in historic Wesley Hall (built in 1888), and offers our students an exceptional high school program. UWC is unique as it is the only full high school program within a university in Canada. As a university preparatory school, our faculty, tutoring staff, and full-time international student advisor help ensure that our students are on a path to success. The University of Winnipeg Collegiate About | 3 About the Collegiate UWC is committed to offering high school programs that provide an ideal transition to post-secondary education. The Collegiate philosophy emphasizes the need for students to become mature individuals within an atmosphere of self-generated discipline, where students can discover freedom and its complement — responsibility. UWC provides an environment of academic freedom, mutual trust and support, and ongoing professional development for faculty. Collegiate faculty strive to engage students in a rigorous curriculum that will prepare them for, and encourage them to pursue, a lifelong love of learning. Your Pathway to University Regular High School Program UWC offers outstanding university preparation for high school students in Grade 9, 10, 11, and 12. University Foundation Program International students who have completed their studies in their home country but do not meet university entrance requirements, can complete the University Foundation Program. Students who successfully complete the University Foundation Program will earn a Manitoba high school diploma and will be eligible to apply to any university/college of their choice. UWinnipeg Pre-University Pathway Program (UW-PUPP) This program is intended for academically strong students who do not currently meet university undergraduate entrance requirements. The program connects high achieving students from around the world to obtain their Canadian Secondary credentials in an environment with an established tradition of academic excellence. Upon successful completion of the UWinnipeg Pre-University Pathway Program, students earn a Manitoba High School Diploma and are eligible to begin their undergraduate degree studies at The University of Winnipeg. 4 | Campus Life High School at University 25 600,000+ Green Campus Clubs and Stay Fit for Free Volumes in From sustainable food sports teams All athletic facilities the extensive to energy-efficient buildings for you to join! on campus UWinnipeg library. — we strive to be eco-friendly. are free for students. The University of Winnipeg Collegiate Campus Life | 5 Life on Campus A high school experience at the Collegiate is like no other in Manitoba. Located on The University of Winnipeg campus, students have access to the same facilities as UWinnipeg students, plus a home base inside our very own “castle” — Wesley Hall. Downtown Location Located steps away from all of downtown’s shopping and amenities, students Campus Facilities can enjoy the vibrant community and diverse culture of downtown Winnipeg. Athletics and Clubs • Art Studio • Axworthy Health & RecPlex The Collegiate is a member of the Manitoba High School Athletics Association. Our teams compete at a provincial level in basketball, volleyball, soccer, (featuring a 55x90 m and track and field. indoor soccer field) • Bookstore Collegiate students can also participate in numerous Collegiate clubs including: Chess, Debate, Gay and Straight Alliance, Mathematics Contest, Collegiate • Computer Labs Newspaper, Reach for the Top, Student Council, Yearbook and Photography, (full access across and Youth in Philanthropy. University campus) • Fitness Centre Events and Programs (including an indoor track, International student events and programs are also offered throughout the year gymnasium, weight room, and include Winnipeg Harvest Volunteer Program, English Language Partner racquetball/squash courts) Program, monthly socio-cultural activities, and cultural celebrations. • Library • Medical Clinic • Music Studios • Restaurants (including Tony’s Canteen) • Scholarship Office • Theatre Centre Free wireless internet access across campus. Public Transit We have direct access to public transit on campus. 6 | The Collegiate Advantage High School at University The Collegiate Advantage The University of Winnipeg Collegiate (UWC) has established a tradition of academic excellence over the past 50 years, and is proud to offer high school programs that provide an ideal transition to post-secondary education. Seamless Admission to UWinnipeg Graduating Collegiate students who meet entrance requirements Customized Academic to UWinnipeg automatically receive seamless admission into undergraduate and Student Support studies. They will receive an offer of acceptance in January before being offered formal admission in April, when final Grade 12 marks are available. UWC’s full-time international student Dual-Credit Courses advisor assists students with academic planning and ongoing academic and Qualified students can accelerate their learning at UWC by taking student support services throughout dual-credit courses in their Grade 12 year. Dual-credit courses are their high school program. introductory first-year university courses that students can use for credit toward both their high school diploma and an eligible university degree. International Collegiate students receive assistance and guidance We also offer university credit courses that help students transition in completing applications for to university studies including Intro to University (MULT-1000) and university/college programs. Academic Writing (RHET-1105). In addition, a dedicated scholarship EAL-Credit Courses office assists students with their Our unique high school program provides international students applications for scholarships and with English language and social studies instruction at the ‘E’ (EAL) awards for their post-secondary studies. designated level, in addition to integrated academic instruction at the ‘S’ (Specialized) designated level. Dual-credit courses currently 12 available. Make Some Noise We have a partnership with the Manitoba Conservatory for Music and Arts. The University of Winnipeg Collegiate Academics | 7 Academics The Collegiate offers rigorous academic programming to ensure our students are prepared to meet the challenges of university and life beyond. Bringing the curriculum to life, our award-winning faculty provide students with opportunities to learn through experience and critical thinking. Collegiate Academic Year A University Model Top Schools UWC closely conforms to The University of Winnipeg academic year, Collegiate graduates have been providing students with a more thorough preparation for university studies. proudly accepted at top schools The schedule allows qualifying Grade 12 students to take university courses across Canada and beyond, including: as well as high school courses in the same study session. There are two study sessions per academic year. Fall/Winter session • University of Alberta (Alberta, CA) runs from September* to April and Spring session runs from May to June. • University of British Columbia (British Columbia, CA) *Grade 12 students are required to start their academic program in August. • Carleton University (Ontario, CA) • Dalhousie University Collegiate Course Offerings (Nova Scotia, CA) UWC offers a wide variety of courses in the Arts, Science and Technology, • McGill University (Quebec, CA) and Humanities. Collegiate students complete a minimum of 30 credits • McMaster University (Ontario, CA) in order to graduate, including 19 compulsory credits, plus electives that prepare • Queen’s University (Ontario, CA) them to reach future goals and meet university entrance requirements. • University of Toronto (Ontario, CA) For a complete list of current courses, visit: