Category: News Update

Student Spotlight: Julia Ip

Are you interested in learning more about studying at a U.S. University? In our new student spotlight, second year student at Minerva Schools at KGI, Julia Ip, describes her college experience as a double major in Brand Management and Politics, Government, and Society. Learn more about how she discovered Minerva, and her experience as a Canadian in the U.S.! Click here to read the article.

How have U.S. undergraduate admissions changed during these COVID times?

This year has been far from easy. In the wake of a global pandemic, many people’s lives have been turned upside down by the unprecedented effects of COVID-19, but this shouldn’t steer you away from pursuing your dreams to study in the U.S.! In a new article by EducationUSA Canada’s Jenika Heim, learn more about how undergraduate admissions have changed due to COVID-19. Although the changes are slight, this article will help you to prepare for the journey of applying for an undergraduate degree in current times. Click here to read the article.

University Spotlight: University of Kentucky

Are you interested in learning more about U.S. universities? Check out our newest University Spotlight: University of Kentucky! Click here to learn about the University of Kentucky and find helpful links and resources to continue your research.

Pharmacy students on February 7, 2020. Photo by Mark Cornelison | UKphoto

November Upcoming Events

Are you interested in learning more about studying in the US? Check out our upcoming events for this month to improve your international application, gain advice for interviews, and more! Refer to our events section to register for the events shown below!

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: STEFAN SMITH, UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT

Want to learn more about studying in the U.S. as a Canadian student? In this week’s student spotlight, Stefan Smith describes his journey to finding the best fit university for him as a student athlete. Click here to read his story and learn more about his experience as an international student at the University of Vermont!

SEPTEMBER UPCOMING EVENTS

Would you like to study in the U.S? Mark your calendars to join our sessions and learn about choosing the right institution, funding opportunities, the application process, and more! Find out the opportunities available to you! Check out our upcoming events! More information: http://bit.ly/EdusaSeptember

Join us September 8th and 9th to Create Your Financial List!

Undergraduate session: September 8 @ 5:00-6:00pm – SIGN UP HERE

Graduate session: September 9 @ 6:00-7:00pm – SIGN UP HERE

EducationUSA Canada Sports Virtual Showcase

Learn about athletic eligibility, scholarships, and 8 diverse U.S. universities and colleges! REGISTER HERE.

The Showcase will begin with a presentation on “Eligibility for Sports Scholarships” by EducationUSA adviser Jenika Heim (3:00-3:30 pm ET). This will include NCAA, NAIA, and NJCAA eligibility information as well as some tips for the recruitment process.

Then, every 15 minutes, a U.S. admissions officer will give information about their university including campus highlights, top majors, admissions procedures, and a special focus on athletic offerings and resources.

AGENDA (in Eastern Time)
3:00 – “Eligibility for Sports Scholarships” by EducationUSA adviser Jenika Heim
3:30 – Columbia College of Missouri (NAIA)
3:45 – Florida International University (NCAA D1)
4:00 – Transylvania University, KY (NCAA D3)
4:15 – Lewis Clark State College, ID (NAIA)
4:30 – Shoreline Community College, WA
4:45 – Pima Community College, AZ (NJCAA)
5:00 – Pittsburg State University, KS (NCAA D2)
5:15 – Boston University, MA (NCAA D1)