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 an independent day (Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12) and boarding (Grades 9-12) school located in Victoria, BC, on the traditional territory of the Straits Salish people. SMUS is recognized locally and globally for its high academic standards, wide-ranging extracurricular opportunities and commitment to student growth and well-being. Students from all over the world are drawn to the school鈥檚 vibrant learning environment, and many graduates go on to attend top universities in Canada, the United States and beyond.
From the earliest years, core academic skills are balanced with enriching experiences in the arts, athletics, outdoor education, leadership and service. Each stage of the SMUS journey is developmentally appropriate, academically rigorous and personally meaningful.
As a day and boarding school in an urban setting, SMUS offers students a unique opportunity to build independence and self-reliance within a safe, supportive and inclusive community.
The school鈥檚 Mission 鈥� 鈥淧reparation for Life鈥� 鈥� is at the heart of everything we do. Guided by the core values of respect, courage, honesty and service, SMUS students become articulate problem-solvers, compassionate leaders and globally minded citizens who care deeply about the world and their role in shaping it.
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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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1001
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Number of Boarding Students:
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234
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Boarding Grades:
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9-12
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Number of Day Students:
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767
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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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