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Who should attend?

• US high school students in grades 10 –12 (including Canadians attending US schools)
• students transferring to UVic from US post-secondary institutions
• parents and families welcome! 

Your UVic experience overview

Dreaming of studying in Canada? Let’s make it happen!

Are you curious about what life is like at one of Canada’s top universities? Wondering how to navigate the application process, manage costs or make the most of hands-on learning opportunities? This exclusive session for prospective US students is your chance to explore why studying at UVic could be the most rewarding decision you’ll ever make.

From living in the vibrant city of Victoria to accessing world-class education, diverse experiences and student supports, we’ll cover everything you need to know—and answer the questions you didn’t even know you had.

Topics covered in this presentation include:

• Living in Victoria
• Why study in Canada 
• Cost of studying and funding supports
• Hands-on learning opportunities 
• Student housing
• Application process

Campus tour

Experience UVic’s stunning park-like campus on a guided tour led by a current student. Nestled on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, surrounded by the Salish Sea, forest and mountains, our campus offers an unforgettable setting for learning and living. Discover where students study, live and connect in one of the world’s best small cities.

Free parking on campus

Enjoy free parking during USA Preview Days. As an attendee, you’ll receive a complimentary parking code in your confirmation email, making it easy to focus on exploring campus without worrying about parking fees.

Choose from various parking lots on campus, offering daily and hourly rates. For the closest access to the Jamie Cassels Centre, park in Lot #2 or #3 (McKenzie Avenue parkade). 

Public transit

Take directly from downtown Victoria to the UVic campus on bus routes 4, 14 or 15. The journey takes 20–30 minutes. Driving yourself from downtown Victoria to the campus takes about 15 minutes.

Ferry and airport connections

• (Seattle–Victoria) and (Port Angeles–Victoria) ferry terminals are located downtown.
• The  Swartz Bay ferry terminal (Vancouver–Victoria) and are located in Sidney, which is a 35-45 minute drive from downtown Victoria and the UVic campus.

Accommodation

Browse accommodation options through to find a place that suits your needs. We recommend booking accommodations in downtown Victoria to stay within walking distance of fantastic sights and restaurants.

Can't make it to a USA Preview Day?

• book a campus tour when it suits your schedule
• attend another recruitment event
• sign up for our mailing list
• contact your US recruiter
• create a : your viewbook, all about you.
• take a of the UVic campus
• watch our

Have questions about the event or applying to UVic? Send us an email.