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[u/Mean_Confection_8155]

If I apply to Dental Hygiene as my first choice and Science as my second choice at
UBC and I get accepted into Dental Hygiene but change my mind, could I decline the offer and ask UBC if they can consider me again for science?

[u/Sad-Impact-3658]

I do not know where else to post this so I am posting this here. I’m wanting to transfer from a university in Ontario to UBC, and I am currently in first year. If I apply right now, how will they see my university grades? They don’t come out until January (for term 1) and May (for term 2). Will they evaluate me based on both my highschool grades and university GPA even if I will have 30 credits by the end of first year? When do transfer evaluations and acceptances begin?

Also, I’m not sure if I have to rewrite the personal profile. If not, should I still use the extra information box (1000 characters) to say something or leave it blank? How should I use it?

If someone could answer these questions of mine I will be very grateful.

[u/TypicalFalcon9637]

hi! im an IB international student looking to apply to UBC for Data Science(maybe econ) in the upcoming cycle. I just wanted to know how the admission process is, how easy is it to get into U of T, how much should my ib score be out of 45 and all that.

will be helpful to know what you did and how you got in asw.

ty in advance :)

[u/FineZookeepergame610]

Hey r/UBC!
I'm an incoming exchange student coming to UBC for Winter Term 2. I'm currently stuck on waitlists for all of my 300- and 400-level CPSC courses, and I’m trying to figure out how CPSC registration actually works for exchange students:

1. Restricted vs. Unrestricted Seats: I noticed CPSC sections have both restricted and unrestricted seats. Are exchange students strictly limited to the unrestricted pool, or can we ever be moved into restricted seats if space allows?

2. Waitlist Reason: Does being on the waitlist mean the unrestricted capacity is just full, or does it mean exchange students aren't allowed to take certain 300/400-level courses? (Outside of CPSC 310, which I know has strict major restrictions).

3. Waitlist Timeline: Is it normal to stay on the waitlist all the way until classes start in January? How much movement usually happens on Workday during the first two weeks of Add/Drop?

4. Adding/Swapping in January: If I can't get into my top-choice CPSC courses before the term starts, how easy is it to add or swap courses on Workday once the semester begins?
   Would really appreciate any insights from UBC CS majors or former exchange students on realistic expectations. Thanks!
   P.S. I already reached out to Go Global about this, but they weren't very helpful other than telling me to just wait it out, so I'm hoping to hear from anyone who has actually navigated this firsthand!

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Please be mindful that specializations for many faculties are chosen in second or third year, based on your GPA at UBC (not your high school average).

For example:

• There is no direct entry into Computer Science from high school (except for the Business and Computer Science program), and you would apply after completing your first year of UBC Science or Arts.

• There is no direct entry into English from high school. You would declare it after completing your first year of UBC Arts

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[u/No_Efficiency_1385]

Has anyone attended both TRU and UBCO, or have opinions on how they compare? I would love to have a comparison of the two schools. I am looking into transferring from TRU to UBCO.
Looking specifically and MATH and ENV Sciences courses.

[u/GAMELOVER_AK]

hi! i'm a first year uni student looking to transfer into ubc van arts and major in something related to english and i'm coming from mcmaster humanities. how competitive is transferring into arts? what gpa would get me in? my friends are telling me an 85% would be a good point to reach, but i honestly am highly doubtful, as i got rejected with a 90% average in high school. please help!

[u/Fair-Extreme9046]

IELTS ACADEMIC ONLINE FOR UNDEGRAD?

UBC accepts IELTS Academic (online) for undegrad programs???

I wanted to take the IELTS in my city test center but there is only one and it is really shitty. (they always want to charge for extra courses) any help?

[u/TheUsualSnowy]

I was trying to apply to the PharmD's program through the Applicant Service Centre (currently UBC student), and when I clicked the start date to be "2027/28 Academic Year" the error popped up "PHRMD, sessTerm: 2027S1". If I click the start date to be "N/A", it allow me to proceed with the application.

Did anyone have this experience or know whether this is normal or not?

[u/Fickle-Secretary7927]

hey i was just wondering if somebody could help me work out my chances of getting into UBC psychology…my grades are mainly solid but i decided to go into full IB in g11 first semester for some reason (worst decision of my life) and flunked chem and advanced functions…my grades are as follows for g11 and g12 so far:

ib chem 11: 75, ib advanced functions: 73, g12 chem: 73, functions g11: 86, bio g11: 92, ib french g11: 97, bib eng 11: 91, french g12: 97, eng g12: 93

im taking data bio dance philosophy law and challenge and change this year and im in ontario if that makes a difference

[u/warehaus → u/Fickle-Secretary7927]

There's no direct admission to psych. You'd apply to arts first, then after first or second year you can declare a major in psych.

EDIT: Sorry I can't read. Those advanced functions and chem grades are gonna hurt your chances. You need to do well (90+) in every grade 12 course you have left to have a decent shot.

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UBC's admissions system was overhauled for the 2019/2020 cohort onwards.

There is no way for any student to accurately predict your chances.

Unless you have a 104% GPA, volunteer 112+ hours per week and have successfully saved a minimum of 100 puppies from a totalitarian dictatorship and a horrible disease (in which case, your odds are around 95%), the best way to objectively predict your chances of getting into UBC is to flip a coin.

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[u/Fine_Giraffe_7651]

Hi, I am a current high school senior and I would like some advice on how the psychology arts program works. I want to head to med school after undergrad and i know that doing the science program is probably better but I know calculus and the heavy math would bring my GPA down which is very crucial for med school.

So I am thinking of taking psychology arts (cuz im stronger in writing and English) and then have fundamental MCAT courses like bio, chem and physics as electives, alongside sociology. I just want to know if it is a realistic pathway.🙂

Thank you

[u/warehaus → u/Fine_Giraffe_7651]

I would advise against it, at least at UBC. The UBC psych department has a pretty strict grading policy that makes it difficult to achieve extremely high grades. Average students are locked in at mid 60s to low 70s and you need to be truly exceptional relative to your peers to be getting grades high enough for med. They will scale classes down to ensure their desired grade distribution.

Also you can't apply directly to psych. You would apply to Arts first, and then at the end of first or second year you can declare the psych major.

[u/Fine_Giraffe_7651 → u/warehaus]

So making a 90 while being in psych is challenging

[u/obsessedwithphilly]

i applied for a grad program with a may 2027 entry. does anyone know when i can expect to hear back? thanks!

[u/nizzyom]

I’m looking for someone to share parking costs at North Parkade or Thunderbird Parkade.
Mon, Thu & Fri: Available after 4:00 pm
Sat & Sun: Available after 4:30 pm
Tuesday & Wednesday: Available all day

[u/Altruistic_Demand185]

Hi everyone!

I'm an international student from India currently in IBDP2, hoping to apply to UBC Vancouver for Fall 2027. I'm interested in pursuing Psychology, most likely through the BA program.

My IBDP1 final score was around 26–27/42, which I know isn't particularly competitive for UBC. However, I'm working on improving my grades significantly in DP2 and am hoping to achieve a much higher final IB score. can i at least get a conditional offer?

Apart from academics, I've been involved in extracurricular activities related to psychology, social impact, student leadership, and writing. I'm also working on making my application as strong as possible through my personal profile.

I wanted to ask a few questions:

1. Has anyone been admitted to UBC Vancouver with a similar DP1 score, particularly as an international IB student?

2. How much does UBC consider predicted grades and academic improvement in DP2 compared to DP1 results?

3. How important is the personal profile for admission to the BA program?

4. Realistically, what final IB score should I aim for to have a reasonable chance of admission to UBC Arts?

5. Would you recommend applying despite my DP1 grades, or would it be better to focus on other universities?

I'd really appreciate honest answers, especially from current UBC students, international IB applicants, or anyone who has gone through a similar situation.

Thank you!

[u/Fine_Giraffe_7651 → u/Altruistic_Demand185]

Not an answer to your question but I am in a the same boat as you, I finished DP 1 with a 28/42 and i would also like to study psychology through the BA program.

[u/Altruistic_Demand185 → u/Fine_Giraffe_7651]

omg..... i hhave offers from uni of melboune and sydney so i am thhinking to just inscrease my grades as much as i can do my BA there for now...

[u/AnswerMedical8059]

Debating on Transferring from UBC to MAC

I'm a first year from Ontario and had my heart set on going to UBC for over a year but started questioning if I had made the right choice ever since I accepted my offer for UBCV and declined McMaster. I wanted to get away from home and study at one of the top schools in Canada for psychology.

I enjoy all my classes, think the campus is beautiful, and have made some effort to socialize from classes to clubs to make new friends, etc. My day to day throughout the school week isn't bad by any means but I find myself a little depressed on the weekends, especially this past Thanksgiving weekend.

I'm also doing long distance for the first time which hasn't made anything easier. I'm not saying that I would ever sacrifice my education for a boyfriend, especially when he has been nothing but supportive, but it is contributing to my idea of transferring to McMaster alongside money.

I'm not necessarily financially well off and don't exactly have a plan for housing next year besides planning on filling out an RA application. I have some scholarship money and plan on applying for more but nothing is guaranteed.

I love my classes, especially psych and neurosci (what I plan on further studying), as well as the beautiful campus but I can't help but feel like I should transfer to McMaster where I could live and eat at home for practically free as well as see my loved ones more throughout the school year. However, I know I didn't have my heart set on coming to UBC for so long for nothing and know that the first year is usually the hardest and great things come afterwords so I'm wondering if anyone has advice on what I should do.

[u/Kinost → u/AnswerMedical8059]

Yeah, honestly, it sounds like you have pretty valid reasons for transferring (except maybe the long distance relationship one but you said it isn't the major driving factor). While some aspects of UBC might improve, things like the cost of living and distance from family aren't going to change. If I were you, I'd apply for the transfer now and make the decision later. By the end of the year, you'll have a better idea of whether you want to stay, and there's no harm in keeping your options open.

But yeah, Vancouver is expensive. UBC is pretty, but you're paying a big premium to live here. If you're not trying to get away from your family, saving money by living at home makes a lot of sense. Graduating without debt feels great, even if that's very much delayed gratification.

You'll make friends at either university, and if you plan on settling in Ontario anyway, having your university friends there is a benefit too.

I don't think there's anything wrong with transferring. You've given UBC a chance, and there's no reason to stay just because you originally had your heart set on it. You're also early enough in your education that you could always come back for an exchange or grad school. But better to make the decision earlier than late into your degree.

[u/NightLight404]

Advice needed, my friend (m) refused to leave my apartment. He slept in my bed without permission as I was forced to hide in the bathroom.

When I started insinuating that I wanted him to leave/asked him to leave, he started lingering around the dorm and NOT LEAVING. And as I was asking him what he was doing (instead of leaving) he said "idk where to lay down" and so I said "ok don't" and instead of putting his shoes on, he walked down the hallway and stood outside of my bedroom. When he saw that I was looking at him from down the hallway I asked again what he was doing, and he went into my bedroom without permission and laid down on the floor. For the next three hours he proceeded to get up from the floor, close my bedroom door (without leaving), sit at my desk for 30 minutes starring at me while I doomscrolled on reels ignoring him (waiting for him to leave) and then sit directly beside me on my bed. After another 30 mins of me ignoring him, he turned off the bedroom light and sat back down on my bed. After I continued to ignore him, he laid down on the bed. From that point I was over it. I locked myself in the bathroom from 1:30AM until 6Am (à la FNaF type shi) because he was CLEARLY not going to leave and I was uncomfortable and concerned for myself. The following morning when I finally got back into my bedroom alone he WAITED 5 HOURS in my dorm for me to come out of my room, despite all my roommates leaving.

He blamed his actions on sleep deprivation.

What should I do about this/how should I react?

[u/Kinost → u/NightLight404]

I'm surprised you would post this. How you feel about your friend moving forward is personal, and the only recourse at that point was to either accept it, or not dance around it and trespass them and escalate it accordingly if they still refused to leave.

Not sure if you're first year but you'll have many opportunities to make friends, don't feel compelled to stick with people that push past reasonable boundaries.

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