International Students - Urban Academy

Diversity is our strength

International students represent a small percentage of our community that makes a huge impact. We help students become global citizens, and exposing them to new perspectives, cultures, and friends from abroad presents a unique opportunity for international and local students alike.

In order to apply to Urban Academy’s International Student Program, please complete the International Student Application online that can be accessed by pressing the ‘Apply Now’ button at the top right of this website and just follow the steps.

7 easy steps

International Student Acceptance Process

Complete and submit the application package

This includes the International Student Application Form as well as supporting documents (application fee, copy of passport, copy of student visa (if available) and official transcripts (translated into English by Official Translator) for the current year and a previous year. We also request a letter of reference from a teacher (translated into English). Photocopies of transcripts Photocopies of transcripts and school records must be certified with a school stamp. Failure to comply will result in a delay or the application not being processed.

international student package

Applicant screening

Urban Academy screens the application package and supporting documentation. Screening will include overall educational background, academic achievement, English proficiency, travel expectations, and a number of additional criteria.

Applicant Interview

A member of the admissions team and the Head of School will conduct an in-depth interview with the applicant and family.

Admissions Decision

After the Admissions Committee reviews the information gathered and results of the interview, admission may be offered. If acceptance is granted, an acceptance letter and invoice will be sent to you, and payment will be due within two weeks of the acceptance date. Space will only be held for two weeks.

Receive formal acceptance

Once we receive tuition, you will receive a formal letter of acceptance and payment confirmation, which the embassy requires to process a visa.

Apply to the Canadian Embassy, Consulate, or High Commission for Study Permit

Approval may take 6-12 weeks to process. The event of a visa denial is the only instance in which the tuition and consolidated fees are fully refundable.

Celebrate!

Once your visa is accepted, it will be time to celebrate and look forward to giving your child an incredible education experience on Canada's West Coast.

international fees

Urban Academy 2023-2024 Fee Breakdown

Tuition:

Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12: $25,725

Due Dates:

Full payment of tuition is due within two weeks of acceptance. These fees are non-refundable. The only case in which tuition is refundable is if the student visa has been denied. In such cases, the denial letter must be submitted to the school for proof of denial.

Payment Options:

Visa, MasterCard, personal or company cheques, or wire transfer. Late payments or NSF cheques will result in a $50 service charge per incident. Please note that a 2% administration fee will be applied for credit card payments.

Application Fee:

$250 per new student. Applications will not be accepted without this nonrefundable fee.

K–12 New Student Registration Fee:

$3,000 per new student entering Urban Academy’s K–12 program.

Re-Registration Fee:

$150 per student. Due upon receipt of contract for students returning in the second and subsequent years. This fee is non-refundable.

Graduation Years’ Activity Fee:

$500 per student registered in Grades 10-12. This fee will be used to offset costs associated with the Graduation Years Program such as travel for university visits, grad events, and other opportunities connected to the UA Grad Program.

Siblings:

Families currently registered at Urban Academy are given first priority for registration for the upcoming school year. Urban Academy offers a sibling discount program for primary or blended families with a shared parent. A reduction of 5% will be applied for the first sibling and 10% for the second.

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