Indigenous University Bridging Program Acknowledgments Mount Royal University

Indigenous University Bridging Program

Acknowledgments Mount Royal University is situated within Treaty 7, the traditional lands of the Niitsitapi, the Blackfoot Peoples and Confederacy, consisting of the Kainai, Piikani and Siksika Nations; the Dene Peoples of the Tsuut’ina Nation, and the Sioux Peoples of the l’yarhe Nakoda Nations of Bearspaw, Chiniki and Wesley. We also acknowledge the Métis Nation, as well as all residents of these lands. We are all Treaty People.

Indigenous University Bridging Program • Offers non-credit (upgrading) and credit courses • Transition to a credit program Ø Degree or Diploma • Courses are transferrable • Succeed with academic supports • Build community with other students • The Iniskim Centre has many programs and services to assist you during your studies

Program Eligibility • Self-declared Indigenous ancestry (First Nations Status or Non-Status, Métis and Inuit). • Meet academic requirements. (Math 10 -1, English 20 -1 minimum) • Submit an IUBP application and provide a high school and/or post-secondary transcript or Detailed Academic Report (DAR) to complete the application process.

Program Intake Process Submit an application before May 22, 2020 Obtain registration access through IUBP staff and register for classes Secure funding (Most deadlines are around June 1 st) Provide transcripts or Detailed Academic Reports to complete application (High school and / or postsecondary) Unofficial is preferred Acceptance letter and academic plan (based on transcripts) sent to you within 3 weeks

Computer Science Criminal Justice Journalism Midwifery Nursing Science Investigative Are you curious, precise, scientific, and independent? Do you like working on puzzles, solving mathematical or scientific problems and analyzing theoretical data? Do you value abstract ideas and challenges? Aviation Health and Physical Education Science Communications Realistic Are you practical, mechanical and realistic? Do you enjoy working Do you like working with machines, tools, animals and plants? Do you value structure, Do yougoals, value structure, clear and results goals, and tangible results? you can see or touch? Arts Business Communications Computer Science Education Interior Design Artistic Are you creative, independent, expressive and original? Do you like to draw, write or perform? Do you value freedom of expression, unstructured environments, aesthetics, and creative activity?

Social Arts Business Child Studies Education Midwifery Nursing Social Work Are you idealistic, friendly, trustworthy, generous and helpful to others? Do you like to help people and solve social problems? Do you value teamwork, social responsibility, honesty and generosity? Enterprising Broadcasting Business Communications Health & Physical Education Are you energetic, ambitious, organized, convincing and sociable? Do you like to lead and sell ideas or things? Do you value managing, leadership and tangible results? Logical Aviation Computer Systems Computer Science Nursing Science Are you orderly and good at following a set plan? Do you like detailed procedures, rules, numbers, concrete data and policies? Do you value clear guidelines, systems, organizations and defined situations?

Degree Programs Offered (majors) Bachelor of Arts (Anthropology, Criminal Justice, English, History, Policy Studies, Psychology, Sociology) Bachelor of Business Administration (Accounting, Finance, General Management, Human Resources, International Business, Marketing, Supply Chain Management) Bachelor of Child Studies (Child and Youth Care Counselor, Early Learning and Child Care) Bachelor of Communication (Broadcast Media, Information Design, Journalism, Public Relations) Bachelor of Computer Information Systems Bachelor of Education – Elementary Bachelor of Health and Physical Education (Athletic Therapy, Ecotourism and Outdoor Leadership, Physical Literacy, Sport and Recreation Management) Bachelor of Interior Design Bachelor of Midwifery Bachelor of Nursing Bachelor of Science (Biology, Chemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Computer Science, Environmental Science, General Science, Geology, Health Science)

Diplomas: 2 Years Aviation Social Work

Fall 2019 Cut-off Averages Baccalaureate Degree Cut-off Average Bachelor of Midwifery 98% Bachelor of Nursing 96% Bachelor of Health and Physical Education - Athletic Therapy 93% Bachelor of Science – Cellular and Molecular Biology / Health Science 89% Bachelor of Education – Elementary 87% Bachelor of Arts – Criminal Justice 83. 5% Bachelor of Science – Computer Science 82. 5% Bachelor of Science - Chemistry 81. 5% Bachelor of Arts - Psychology 80. 5% Bachelor of Computer Information Systems 80% Bachelor of Child Studies – Child and Youth Care Counsellor 80%

Fall 2019 Cut-off Averages Baccalaureate Degree Bachelor of Health and Physical Education – Physical Literacy Cut-off Average 76. 5% Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Child Studies – Early Learning and Child Care Bachelor of Health and Physical Education – Ecotourism and Outdoor Leadership 75% Bachelor of Communication – Public Relations 73% Bachelor of Arts – Sociology Bachelor of Communication – Information Design Bachelor of Health and Physical Education – Sport and Recreation Management Bachelor of Interior Design 70% Bachelor of Arts – Anthropology, English, History, Policy Studies, Undeclared Bachelor of Communication – Broadcast Media Studies, Journalism Bachelor of Health and Physical Education – Physical Literacy Bachelor of Science – Environmental Science, General Science, Geology 65%

Fall 2019 Cut-off Averages Diploma Cut-off Average Social Work 80% Aviation 60% Admissions questions about degrees and diplomas? Contact Melanie Parsons at 403 -440 -6229 or email: maparsons@mtroyal. ca Admission averages are based on your top two Group ‘A’ courses; these courses are found online at: https: //www. mtroyal. ca/Admission. Requirements/group_abc. htm (copy and paste)

Supports at Iniskim Centre • Tutoring – math, biology & chemistry • Writing Support – Student Learning Services • • Student Success workshops Academic Advising Mentorship Cultural Support and Smudge Room Study spaces & computer lab Emergency bursaries Telephone & Fax Machine

Funding / Sponsorship Band Funding … Find out your band’s application process & deadlines. Every First Nation has a post-secondary program that can answer your questions and provide application forms. Skills Investment Program… Provincial grant; must be out of school for one year, unemployed or underemployed, must have completed a 2019 tax return and indicated an income of $35 K or less for financial eligibility. Applications are completed on paper, and submitted to Tori for a Training Provider Information Form. The completed application will be sent to Edmonton; in 6 -8 weeks you will receive a funding decision letter. The type of application (FT or PT) is dependent upon your academic plan. Only non-credit courses will be considered for approval. BMO Bursary… There are 8 bursaries available each semester for those who have financial need and have been declined for funding in writing. Applicants will complete a budget, and meet with the selection committee. The amount each semester is $3750. NOTE: You cannot obtain a student loan for the Indigenous University Bridging Program Skills Investment Program application deadline is June 19, 2020 Finding Other Options… • Freehorse Family Wellness (Bill C-31) deadline June 15. • Advancing Futures (Youth in care) deadline is June 1. • Self-funding ($700 / course for tuition and books). Fees due August 15.

Indigenous Housing Program Housing 28 individuals are eligible for a 30% discount. 8 Family housing units are also available. (Four 2 bedroom and Four 4 bedroom units) Coordinator: Steve Kootenay-Jobin Phone: 403 -440 -7746 Email: skootenayjobin@mtroyal. ca • • • All-inclusive rent – no added costs Fully furnished Private bedroom Living room / kitchen with appliances Semi-private bathroom (2 bathrooms per unit) High-speed internet / cable TV Phone with voice mail / free local calls Build community Attend events

Frequently Asked Questions YOU SAID THERE IS FAMILY HOUSING, BUT IS THERE ON-CAMPUS DAYCARE? Yes, there is a daycare on campus and the Iniskim Centre has reserved spots for the Indigenous Family Housing students. The cost of the MRU daycare is roughly $1500 per month. HOW MUCH DOES A UNIT COST? Single Housing is roughly $2100/semester (*monthly installment plan available) Family Housing is roughly $485 per month (2 BR) / $868 per month (4 BR) WHAT ABOUT PARKING? There are parking spots reserved for family housing students. When you apply for residence, on the online application there is a place to apply for parking. Parking costs vary between $1040 to $1500 per year. IS THERE A DEADLINE TO APPLY FOR THE INDIGENOUS HOUSING PROGRAM? We accept students on a first come, first served basis. There is no set deadline, but apply once you have been accepted into the Indigenous University Bridging Program.

Mount Royal Recreation • 14, 000 square foot fitness centre • Five basketball / volleyball courts • 200 metre indoor running track • 40 foot climbing wall • 25 metre pool • Tennis, badminton & squash courts • Open Gym times each day • Intramurals for teams or individuals IUBP students taking one credit course automatically have a membership included in their fees; students taking non-credit courses will be offered a membership.