“Bodwell has given me the opportunity to meet people from all over the world and to make friends with them. Bodwell has also given me the chance to develop my skills in academics, sports and music, and to be the best that I can be.” – Anna Martoncsik, Hungary

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  • Bodwell High School
  • Bodwell High School
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U.S. Students

Why study in Canada at Bodwell?

Bodwell High School provides a safe and friendly environment in beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia, which is conducive to academic learning and personal growth.

You will have a rich cultural and linguistic experience and develop lifelong friendships. Students at Bodwell come from more than 25 different countries around the world .

With our trimester system, your learning is accelerated. You can finish one school year in two semesters (8 months). Three years of high school education can be accomplished in two calendar years (6 semesters).

Post-secondary options after graduation

You will obtain a Dogwood Graduation Diploma upon successful completion of secondary education in the Province of British Columbia, which can lead you to top Canadian universities. No standardized tests will be required. If you are applying to US colleges, you can prepare for PSAT and SATs and write them in Vancouver.

Student Visa

For US students, a student visa is issued at the port of entry when you first enter Canada. It is valid for any number of border crossings in either direction within the validity period. Student visa is easily renewable within Canada.

To obtain your visa, you will need to present the following documents to the immigration officer at the port of entry:

  • Bodwell High School acceptance letter
  • Proof of citizenship (birth certificate)
  • Proof of sufficient funds by providing evidence of enough money to pay for tuition and living costs

Health Insurance

You need to purchase a 3 month traveller’s insurance before being eligible for the government medical insurance (B C Medical Services Plan). The MSP coverage is $54.00 a month. Bodwell will arrange the medical coverage for you at the time of application.

Related Websites:

www.bccie.bc.ca – a comprehensive look at education in British Columbia

www.cic.gc.ca – Canada Immigration and Citizenship official website

www.bced.gov.bc.ca – Ministry of Education of British Columbia website

www.aucc.ca – a directory of all Canadian Universities and Colleges