ADMISSIONS
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To apply to a program, select one of the links below. Questions? Contact us and we can help walk you through the application process.
Virtual Campus Visits
Join us for a Virtual Campus Visit via Zoom!
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to explore our campus, hear from the people that make up SBC, and ask the questions you need!
Learn more about Virtual Visits and Register here.
- Tuesday, December 8, 2020 (7 PM CST)
- Thursday, January 21, 2021 (7 PM CST)
- Thursday, February 25, 2021 (7pm CST)
- Tuesday, May 11, 2021 (7pm CST)
- Tuesday June 8, 2021 (7pm CST)
Can’t make it to one of these events? Book a personal one-on-one video chat with our Admissions Team any time! Email us at info@sbcollege.ca to connect!
Campus Visits
Be our guest and experience a day in the life of a college student on one of the dates listed below. Learn more about campus visits here or email us to request a campus visit on a day of your choosing.
Register for the day and time slot as we’ll be hosting in groups of 3-5 only.
- Thursday, March 18, 2021 (10 AM or 2:00 PM)
- Thursday, April 8, 2021 (10 AM or 2:00 PM)
Register here to reserve your spot.
Day in the Life of a College Student
Can’t make it out to a Campus Visit? See what an average day for a SBC students looks like below:
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.
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.
- Personal Information
- Academic Background-official transcripts required
- Community Covenant and Guidelines
- Application Fee
- Faith Story
- Financial Plan
- Head-shot Photo
- Medical Information-(to be signed by a parent if under 18) Please note: Province Medical Insurance covers Canadian students while attending the college.
- Residence/Campus Housing
- 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 or the US.
The Canadian government is processing study permits for international students.
DLIs with a COVID-19 readiness plan approved by their province or territory are able to reopen to international students who are currently outside Canada.
When you arrive in Canada, your health will be assessed before you leave the port of entry. You must have a plan to quarantine for 14 days when you arrive in Canada. This is mandatory, even if you have no symptoms. You must plan for this if you are traveling to Canada.
ArriveCAN
As of November 21, 2020, you must use ArriveCAN before checking in at the airport or crossing the border to submit your- travel and contact information
- quarantine plan
- COVID-19 symptom self-assessment
Please bring your ArriveCAN receipt (electronic or paper) with you to show the border services officer upon arrival.
Learn MoreIt is recommended that your application to SBC be complete six months prior to your study start date (by March 1st for the following September). The entire process could take six months to a year to complete, so early application is advised.
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. Their character and conduct must be compatible with the standards of the college and they must be willing to submit to the college Community Covenant and Guidelines.
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.
- 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.
- Solicit financial, moral, and spiritual support from home church and/or family.
- Proceed with your application when you have your documents ready:
- Non-refundable $150 application fee (CDN), and $300 (CAD) Confirmation of Enrollment Deposit, 2 references-name/email, 1 headshot photo, official transcripts, medical information, and housing application form.
- Please allow a minimum of 6 months for this process.
- Upon official acceptance to SBC, begin the study permit process and notify us of the results.
- After you have received your Study Permit, we will begin the registration process to select your courses.
- Plan to pay for a full semester before you start classes or before you start the study permit process.
- Medical Insurance will be arranged for you when you know your start/end dates (approximately $1.65 per day or $602.25 for the year, per person).
The school year runs from September to April with entry dates in September and January. There are no classes in the summer.
See the Finance page for pricing. Full payment of Tuition & Fees (and Room & Board if applicable) must be paid prior to the start of classes each semester. All amounts are in Canadian funds. For information on how to make payment, contact the SBC Finance Office.
