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International
Student Program
RICHMOND, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA
The International Student Program allows overseas students to enter the Grades 8, 9, 10 or 11 at selected secondary schools in Richmond, by paying fees to cover the cost of their education. It gives overseas students the opportunity to study alongside Canadian students in the public education system, to the benefit of both.
The
Richmond School District
BC Secondary School Graduation requirements
Admission requirements
How and when to apply
Tuition fees
Tuition fee refund policy
Visiting student authorization
Health and accident insurance
Guardianship
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The Richmond School District
British Columbia (B.C.), on the west coast of Canada, is well known for high quality public education. B.C. students excel in academic study, fine arts and athletics.
The Richmond School District is located in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada. Richmond is a city of 140,000 adjacent to Vancouver. The Vancouver International Airport is located in Richmond. The public school system in Richmond includes approximately 13,500 elementary students and 11,000 secondary students.
The School District is now accepting applications from well-qualified applicants for a limited number of positions in its International Student Program. Applications are being accepted for Grades 8 (age 14) through 11 (age 17).
Successful applicants will be assessed and required to take English as a Second Language courses based on their demonstrated level of proficiency with the language. The balance of the educational program will be based on provincial requirements and student interests.
Students who successfully complete graduation requirements from the Richmond School system will receive the same credentials as Canadian students, which will qualify them to apply to continue to study at the post-secondary level in Canada or the United States.
What Do Richmond Public Schools Offer?
> High academic standards
> University and college entrance programs
> Government approved courses and exams
> Study in an English language setting
> Language development and academic preparation courses
> An opportunity to learn along side Canadian students
B.C. Secondary School Graduation Requirements
Richmond secondary schools offer a wide range of courses in academic, technical and business fields at different levels of difficulty. Many International Students who come to Richmond are planning to complete their secondary school education with a view to entering a Canadian university or college. Therefore, students should be aware that there are some specific provincial courses requirements that all secondary students must meet in order to graduate from a BC secondary school.
There is a counsellor available at each school to assist International Students in course planning to meet these graduation requirements and the specific requirements for admission into a college or university program of the student’s choice. Please note that completion of a secondary school diploma will not guarantee acceptance into colleges or universities. Students are advised to check admission requirements with the university or college of their choice.
International Students are not eligible to write provincial scholarship examinations. However, the must write the Grade 12 provincial examinations.
Admisson requirements
Each applicant’s acceptance into the International Student Program and subsequent placement in a secondary school will be determined by (a) the applicant’s educational background and present academic standing as indicated on the transcripts, and (b) the availability of space in the International Student Program.
All applicants must comply with immigration requirements. Final acceptance into the Program will occur when the student submits a Visiting Student Authorization from Canada Employment and Immigration.
How and when to apply
An application form and a statement of tuition fees is available from:
HFConsulting
Company
#204 - 6351 Minoru Bld.
Richmond, B.C.Canada V6Y 1Y6
Telephone:
1-604-207-1644
Fax:
1-604-272-5553
E-mail: info@hfconsultingco.com
or
online: Form
Complete the
application form and return it to the above address. Be sure to include original
documents or certified copies of the past two years transcripts and the
non-refundable application fee.
Failure to include original transcripts will result in a delay in the processing
of the application. (All originals will be returned to you after examination).
Because space in the International Student Program is limited, and because processing of applications requires several weeks, early application is advised.
All applications will be acknowledged and applicants will be advised as soon as possible, whether or not they have been accepted into the Program.
Tuition
fees
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SEMESTER:
February 5 - June 28, 2003
Tuition fees (5 months): Cdn$ 5,350
Compulsory Medical Services Plan (MSP) $ 300 (Period covered by MSP: February 1 - August 31)
Total $ 5,650
Registration Fee (non-refundable): $200
Fees are made payable to HFConsulting Company by certified cheque, bank draft, or money order.
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SCHOOL
YEAR: September 2002 - June 2003
February
2003 - January 2004
Tuition
Fee (10 months): Cdn$ 10,700
Compulsory Medical Services Plan (MSP) $ 500 (Months also covered by MSP: July and August)
Total $11,200
Registration Fee: non-refundable $ 200
Fees are made payable to HFConsulting Company by transfer, certified cheque or money order. This payment is due upon receipt of the student’s letter of confirmed acceptance. There may be a small additional charge at the school for expenses such as student council fees, the annual, etc.
Tuition fee refund policy
In the event that an applicant does not come to Canada or decides to leave the Richmond school system for personal reasons, a portion of the tuition fee will be refunded. One hundred dollars ($100) will be retained to cover administrative expenses. All requests must be made in writing. The following refund policy will apply to International Students:
a. Full refund, less application and administrative fees, if the Visiting Student Authorization is not approved by Canada Immigration (student must include letter of rejection from High Commission).
b. Two-thirds (2/3) of tuition fee, if the student withdraws prior to the commencement of the program.
c. One half (1/2) of tuition fee, if the student withdraws any time between commencement and the end of the first calendar month of the program.
d. No refund of the tuition fees if the student withdraws after the first calendar month of the program.
e. No refund of the tuition fee if the student is found to be in violation of school rules (i.e. chronic absenteeism, drinking alcohol, taking drugs, etc.)
Visiting Student Authorization
It s the responsibility of the applicant to obtain a Visiting Student Authorization from the Canadian High Commission in the country where the applicant resides. Final acceptance into the International Student Program will occur only when this is done.
Applicants must obtain a Visiting Student Authorization before leaving their country of residence to attend school in Canada. This can be done by:
1. Submitting to the Canadian High Commission in the country of residence (a) an acceptance letter from the Richmond School Board, and (b) an official receipt of payment of tuition fees, and (c) proof of sufficient funds to maintain themselves for one year, and
2. In most cases, passing a medical examination.
It is also the student’s responsibility to keep the Visiting Student Authorization updated. Student authorizations must be renewed three weeks before the expiry date. When renewing, immigration authorities have the right to contact the school to inquire about the student’s record of attendance and achievement at school. If attendance or achievement has been poor, the student may be refused renewal. This may result in the student’s having to leave the country.
International Students must attend only the school named on the authorization. Special permission can be arranged for attendance on a fee-paying basis at Summer School programs housed at other Richmond schools.
Health and accident Insurance
Comprehensive health and accident insurance is mandatory in British Columbia. Every International Student must have this coverage while studying in Vancouver. International students are entitled to medical and hospital benefits through the government Medical Services Plan (MSP). The Richmond School Board will administer payment of provincial Medical Insurance premiums for all students enrolled in the International Student Program. The annual payment is assessed and paid with the tuition fee.
Guardianship
All students
are required to name a responsible person in Richmond who will take
responsibility for them and will ensure that their accommodation and other
living expenses such as food, clothing and transportation are provided.
There are no residential schools in the Richmond Public School system. However,
Homestay with a Canadian family can be arranged.
Parents of applicants who are under 16 years of age should check with the Canadian High Commission in their country of residence for specific guardianship requirements.
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