St Michael's University | Boarding Schools BC

Overview

Co-ed/Gender

Co-ed

Total Boarding

258

Day Grades

K-12

Boarding Grades

8-12

Boys Boarding Students

128

Girls Boarding Students

130

Boys Day Students

387

Girls Day Students

381

Average Class Size

17

Students Who Attend Post-secondary

100%

Number of Dorms

6

Student/Teacher Ratio

7:1

Student Body

1024

Year Founded

1906

School Profile

St. Michaels University School (SMUS) is an independent, not-for-profit, co-educational day (Kindergarten - Grade 12) and boarding (Grades 8 - 12) school. The school is located in Victoria, Canada and has a global reputation for university preparation and character education. You will join local Canadian students and students from more than 39 countries in one of Canada's top academic programs. You will also have exceptional opportunities in athletics, arts, leadership, service and outdoor education.

Mission & Values

Our Mission

Our school seeks the excellence in all of us, with passion and compassion. We are a community shaped by the pursuit of truth and goodness, providing outstanding preparation for life.

Our Vision

To learn, to lead, to serve.

Our Values

Respect, Courage, Honesty, Service.

Applications & Fees

Application Deadline:

Rolling

Application Fee

$250.00 CND

Domestic 7-Day Boarding Tuition:

$71,640.00 CND

International 7-Day Boarding Tuition:

$85,060.00 CND

Day Tuition:

$29,570.00 CND

Semester or Term:

Term

Need-Based Aid:

Offered

Merit Scholarships:

Offered

Payment Plans:

Offered

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St Michaels University School Dining Hall

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School Differentiators

SMUS is the urban boarding school that also includes the best west coast outdoor lifestyle.

Programs

Advanced Placement:

Offered

Program Details:

You’ll be able to choose from 27 Advanced Placement(AP) courses. You can earn first-year course credits at many universities for passing AP exams.

Accreditiations

Canadian Accredited Independent Schools
Secondary School Admissions Test
National Association of Independent Schools
The Association of Boarding Schools
Western Boarding Schools Association
Northwest Association of Independent Schools
Independent Schools Association of British Columbia
The Heads' Conference

Summer Programs

https://www.smus.ca/programs/extension

Academics

Advanced/Enrichment Programs

AP Art History
AP Biology
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC
AP Chemistry
AP Chinese Language and Culture
AP Comparative Government and Politics
AP Computer Science A
AP Computer Science Principles
AP English Language and Composition
AP English Literature and Composition
AP French Language and Culture
AP Human Geography
AP Macroeconomics
AP Physics 1
AP Physics 2
AP Physics C – Electricity and Magnetism
AP Physics C – Mechanics
AP Psychology
AP Research (part of the AP Capstone program)
AP Seminar (part of the AP Capstone program)
AP Spanish Language and Culture
AP Statistics
AP Art and Design (Drawing, 2D Design, 3D Design)
AP World History

Performing/Visual Arts

Art
Art History
Choral Music
Debate
Drama Club
Drawing
Painting
3D Design
Ceramics
Directing
Animation
Design
Film and Video
Graphic Design
Musical Theatre
Orchestral String
Photography
Portfolio
Radio Station
Sculpture
Visual Arts

Music

Strings
Band
Voice

Science

Biology
Earth Science
Environmental Science
Physics
Chemistry
Oceanography
Robotics
Sports Medicine

Mathematics

Algebra
Calculus
Functions
Geometry
Statistics

Special Programs

Community Service
Exchange Programs
Entrepreneurship
Exchange Programs
Extensive Exchange Programs Offered
Outdoor Education
Physical Education

Computer Studies

Computer Science
Web Design

English

Creative Writing
English
Playwriting
Poetry

Humanities/Social Sciences

Economics
Geography
Human Geography
Law
Social Studies
World Issues
World History
Canadian History
Current Events
European History
Medieval History

Foreign Languages

Chinese - Mandarin
French
Latin
Spanish

Support Programs

College Counseling
Learning Centre
Peer Tutoring
Guidance and Career Education
Writing Centre
English Language Learner Program

Co-Curriculars

Interscholastic Sports

Badminton
Basketball
Cross-country
Field Hockey
Golf
Rowing
Rugby
Sailing
Soccer
Squash
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball

Arts

Brass Ensemble
Choral Music
Drama Club
Jazz Ensemble
Rock Band
Stage Band
String Ensemble
Dance
Tech Crew
Theatre - Musical Theatre

Recreational Sports

Camping
Hiking
Rock Climbing
Surfing
Snowboarding
Aerobics
Bowling
Ice Skating
Outdoor Education
Skiing

Campus

Clubs and Organizations

Amnesty International
Arts Council
Athletics Council
Business and Economics Club
Chess Club
Community Service Council
Drama Club
Environmental and Sustainability Council
Food Council
Foreign Language and Cultures Clubs
Intercultural Club
Math Club
Model UN
Newspaper
Outdoor Council
Peer Counseling
Peer Tutoring
Photography and Videography Clubs
Pride Alliance
Sailing Club
Speech and Debate Club
Student Government
Student Publications
Yearbook
Yoga
Leadership Program
Quiz Bowl
Robotics
Weightlifting

Facilities

Basketball Court(s)
Soccer and sports fields
Squash Courts
Volleyball court(s)
Access to off campus pool
Indoor Basketball Court(s)
Rowing Facility
Technology Centre
Varsity Strength & Conditioning Centre
Weight Room

Dorm Amenities

Fitness Centre
Laundry Facilities
Lounge
Wireless Internet
Fitness Facilities
Kitchen
Maximum of 2 students per room
Piano
Student Life Centre
Student-Run Canteen
Vending Machines
Weekday and weekend planned activities