St. Michaels University School
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St. Michaels University School
3400 Richmond Road
Victoria,
BC
V8P 4P5
Phone: 250-592-2411
Email: admissions@smus.ca
School Information:
Gender: Co-Ed
Grades: JK-12
Boarding: Yes
Tuition:
Annual Tuition Fee (Day):
$27,140
- $41,230
Annual Tuition Fee (Boarding):
$74,100
- $96,930
Financial Assistance:
One in five students benefit from the school s financial aid, scholarship and staff bursary program. Financial Aid awards up to a maximum of 50% may be available depending on need, intensity of requests and available funds. The application deadline for new families is March 31.
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Description
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St. Michaels University School (SMUS) is a Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 independent day and boarding (Grade 9-12) school located in Victoria, BC, Canada, in the heart of Straits Salish territory. SMUS has a local and global reputation for excellence. Students from all over the world are attracted to study at SMUS and many of our graduates attend the best universities in Canada, the USA and the world. From the earliest years, core academic skills are balanced with a program enriched with the arts, athletics, outdoor education, leadership and service with the aim of developing the 'whole student.' Each step is developmentally appropriate, academically rigorous, personally rewarding and joyful. As a day and boarding school within an urban setting, SMUS offers a unique opportunity for young people to test their self-reliance in a safe and supportive community. The SMUS Mission includes the words: "Preparation for Life" and this is at the core of the education provided. SMUS students are strong, confident and purpose-driven individuals. They are articulate, problem-solvers and leaders, and they care about the world around them and how they can make it a better place.
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Wikipedia Article:
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Year Founded:
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1906
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Endowment:
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$18,500,000
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Campus Size:
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22 acres
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Enrollment
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School Size:
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1023
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Number of Boarding Students:
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256
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Boarding Grades:
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9-12
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Number of Day Students:
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765
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Day Grades:
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JK-12
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Advanced Placement Classes (AP):
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| Art History Biology Calculus AB and BC Chemistry Comparative Government and Politics Computer Science A Computer Science Principles English Language and Composition | English Literature and Composition Environmental Science French Language and Culture Human Geography Macroeconomics Physics 1 Physics 2 Physics C | Psychology Research Seminar Spanish Language and Culture Statistics Studio Art World History
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Sports:
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| Badminton Basketball Camping Canoeing/Kayaking Cross Country Running Dance Field Hockey Golf | Hiking Martial Arts Mountain Biking Outdoor Education Power Lifting Rock Climbing Rowing Rugby | Sailing Soccer Squash Swimming Table Tennis Tennis Track and Field Volleyball |
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Clubs/Activities:
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| Academic Council Board Games Club Business Ethics Club Chinese Culture Club Dance Team Engineering Club Fashion Club Film Club Girl Up Club | Hack Club Makerspace Club Marine Club Medical Service Club Mock Trial Team Model United Nations Club Motorsports Club Music Exploration Club Outdoor Council | Photo Club Politics Club Pride Alliance Public Speaking and Debate Club Robotics Club Surfing Club Wellbeing and Mental Health Team Yearbook Club. |
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Arts and Media:
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| Art Club Brass Ensemble Chamber Choir Choir | Choral Music Dance Drama Club Jazz Ensemble | Musical Theatre Stage Band String Ensemble Tech Crew |
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Admissions
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Application Deadline (Day):
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Rolling
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Application Deadline (Boarding):
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Rolling
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Interview Required:
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Yes
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SSAT Required:
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No
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Application Requirements:
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Completed application form.
Copy of recent report cards (current year and previous year).
Reference letter from a teacher or administrator of the current school.
Students take part in entrance tests and personal interviews; play workshops are also part of the visit at the Junior School.
Standardized entrance tests (not for Kindergarten).
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