ADMISSIONS

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Canadian Student
Online
International Student
Pursuit DTS
Re-Admission

Standards

SBC’s mission is to empower servant leaders to follow Jesus, serve the Church, and engage the world.

 Applicants for admission to SBC should be professing Christians, willing to grow in discipleship in line with SBC’s mission. Applicants are required to commit to and comply with SBC’s Community Covenant and Guidelines.

  • The basic requirement for admission to SBC is Manitoba Senior High School Diploma, or equivalent.
  • International applicants should be graduates from an accredited high school or have equivalent standing. International students should submit official transcripts of all previous education.
  • A limited number of mature students who have not completed high school may be accepted. The college reserves the right to stipulate what preliminary entrance tests are required.

Application Process

We are so glad that you have chosen SBC as your educational institution. We look forward to walking through the application process with you.

All of our application/registration procedure is done online and most communication will be via email, so please make sure you check your emails regularly. After completing the initial application form you will receive directions to complete further forms and documents:
  • Personal Information
  • Academic Background-official transcripts required
  • Community Covenant and Guidelines
  • Application Fee $50 Canadian/Online, $500 International, (non-refundable)
  • Faith Story
  • Financial Plan
  • Head-shot Photo, (include photo ID for online students)
  • Medical Information-(to be signed by a parent if under 18) Please note: Province Medical Insurance covers Canadian students while attending the college. (Campus students only)
  • Residence/Campus Housing, (Campus students only)
  • Two References: your pastor, youth pastor or other church leader, and a teacher, employer or friend (non-family member), at least 21 years of age.

International Students

For International student applicants applying from outside Canada.

Application Deadline
Plan to submit all your paperwork including study permit at least 6 months before intended entrance term. Early application is advised.

  • $500 non-refundable application fee required to submit application.
  • Full tuition payment is due 30 days prior to start. August 1 for a September start.
  • Accepted study permit is due 30 days prior to start. August 1 for a September start.
Application Procedure
  1. We require all applicants whose first language is not English to adequately demonstrate English competency as a part of the application process. Approved English Tests include: IELTS, TOEFL, DUOLINGO English Test or join our pathways agreement with Heartland International English School before attending SBC.
  2. Solicit financial, moral, and spiritual support from home church and/or family.
  3. Complete your International student application:
    • $500 Application fee (non-refundable)
    • 2 references-name/email
    • 1 headshot photo
    • Official transcripts
    • Medical information-self disclosure (not a government form)
    • Housing application form (if applicable)*
*Single Students under 30 may apply to live in Residence. All other applicants can apply for Campus housing.
Next Steps
  1. When your application has been approved and you have received your PAL (Provincial Attestation Letter) apply for a study permit within 60 days of issuance. Only one PAL will be issued per student. Failure to submit it on time will result in a forfeit of the PAL.
  2. Study Permit – Apply to Canadian Immigration and Citizenship for a Study Permit. (PAL is required to apply for a study permit.)
  3. Notify SBC – After you have received your Study Permit, please notify SBC to receive further information about registering for classes and tuition payment deadlines.
  4. Full payment and an approved study permit must be submitted by August 1 for a September start.
  5. Register – Register for classes for your specific program. SBC will email you the registration forms after you have submitted your payment and approved study permit.
  6. Medical Insurance – After you register for classes, SBC will purchase International student medical insurance for you through Guard.Me. You will need to choose the insurance coverage start and end dates in the registration form sent to you. The cost of this coverage is approximately $1.65 per day per person (so a stay of 365 days would cost $602.25) per person.
Financial Details
See Tuition and Fees page for pricing. Full payment of Tuition & Fees (and Room & Board if applicable) must be paid prior to the start of classes each semester. August 1 for a September start. All amounts are in Canadian funds. For information on how to make payment, contact the SBC Finance Office.