Student experience events

Throughout the year, we host special events that let you experience what Â鶹µ¼º½is like first-hand. Join us to participate in a mini-lecture, explore each campus with your potential new classmates, meet current students, and more.

Choose a campus

Okanagan campus

Before and after you apply

 

Future Global Leaders

If you’re a high school student aged 15 to 18, you can get a head start on your academic goals by taking part in the  program. During each 10-week online course, you’ll explore your academic interests with a top-tier university, try a popular university course without the stress of exams, and make friends from around the world. These pre-university courses are a great way to work out what your passions are while you’re still in high school, and prepare yourself for success at university and beyond.

Who can attend:

Students from 15 to 18 who have completed Grade 10 or equivalent. We suggest that you have a grade point average of 78% or letter grade B or higher, or a minimum IB final grade of 5. Find out more information about .

When:

Summer (July to August) or fall (September to December)

How to register:

Check out our blog post for more information and registration instructions


Info Day for US Students at Â鶹µ¼º½Okanagan

We are excited to invite you and your family to our campuses this fall for our Info Days for US Students! You will have the chance to connect with current students, explore our beautiful campuses, and learn more about the process of applying to the University of British Columbia.

What to expect:

  • Campus tour led by current undergraduate students.
  • A deeper dive into student life with a student panel discussion and lunch.
  • Ask questions about admissions, awards, programs, and student resources and get answers from specialized advisors.
  • Explore downtown Kelowna
  • Meet other prospective students coming from the United States!

Who can attend: 

Any prospective student currently attending high school or college/university in the United States interested in undergraduate studies at UBC. Students of any citizenship are welcome and families/guardians are encouraged to join!

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Saturday, November 29, 2025

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Â鶹µ¼º½Okanagan Campus in Kelowna, BC

Registration will open closer to the date. For now, you can create an account to be notified of upcoming events!


Experience Â鶹µ¼º½Okanagan

If you live in the Okanagan Valley, we’re excited to invite you to visit! As part of the Experience Â鶹µ¼º½Okanagan event, we’ll arrange your transport to get to campus. When you get here, you’ll enjoy a full day of programming to help you learn more about the unique programs available at Â鶹µ¼º½Okanagan, discover the best places on campus, and find out what makes this location such a vibrant place to live, play, and study.

Who can attend:

Prospective students who live in the Okanagan Valley

When:

February

Register for a student experience event now