Traditionally Canadian Universities admission departments focus heavily on students' grades since most programs require students to have straight A's to even consider them for their programs. However universities such as the University of BC are starting to focus on admit more well rounded students that not only have good grades but also contribute to their community. James Ridge, and associate VP at the University of BC say that they university is now requiring students to submit a personal profile detailing their community activities and leadership skills, much like colleges do in the U.S which gives the university more information on how successful a student will be at their school. This trend is catching on across Canada including Ontario schools U of T and Trinity. The general information that the universities that are switching to this method are trying to obtain is which students are going to be able to carry their success that they had in high school into university.
I think that this new way of looking at high school student is beneficial to students across Canada and more specifically at schools like St. Andrews. Since St. Andrews has son many opportunities that allow students to contribute to the community the resumes that students develop will now play a bigger role in getting into the university of their choice.
Hi Alex
ReplyDeleteI agree with your point of view that requiring applicants to be well-rounded is beneficial to all the students. And also, I think it makes the university administration process fairer. A lot of students have spent much of their time doing things rather than studying, such as doing community services, playing sports, and entering a talent show, and their achievements in these areas should be considered by the administration.
Good Job
Hans