ADMISSIONS

An open house includes a campus tour and meetings with teachers, staff, and students. Hosting open houses is a typical practice among schools.

• Why it matters

  A school visit offers a firsthand look at the environment, culture, and daily life of the school. It provides an opportunity to ask questions, observe interactions, and verify your expectations directly. It's a vital part of an informed choice.

See the deadline distribution for all other schools we cover below.

• Application deadline by enrollment type(s)

  Month	West Island College (Calgary)	Other schools
  	Rolling admissions	Fixed deadline	Rolling admissions
  September	Day admissions	0%	88% of all other schools have rolling admissions
  October		Less than 1%
  November		2%
  December		7%
  January		1%
  February		2%
  March		2%
  April		1%
  May		1%
  June		Less than 1%
  July		0%
  August		1%

• Why it matters

  The admissions timeline helps you plan and prepare for key milestones, including school visits, application submission, and acceptance notifications.

The highest number of openings across all other schools we cover include Grade(s) 7, 9 and 10 (for the same grades offered at West Island College (Calgary)).

• Breakdown by grade

  Entry grade	Number of openings available: Day
  	West Island College (Calgary)	Average of all other schools
  Gr. 7	100 - 110	16
  Gr. 8	1 - 5	10
  Gr. 9	1 - 5	23
  Gr. 10	15 - 25	13
  Gr. 11	0 - 1	13
  Gr. 12	-	13

• Why it matters

  Popular entry grades may offer more opportunities for peer integration and more extensive orientation programs at the school. Applying to these grades may increase the chances of admission and support a smoother social and academic transition for the student.

See data for other schools below.

• Breakdown by grade

  Grade	Acceptance rate: Day
  	West Island College (Calgary)	Average of all other schools
  Gr. 7	0%	38%
  Gr. 8	0%	35%
  Gr. 9	0%	40%
  Gr. 10	0%	38%
  Gr. 11	0%	37%
  Gr. 12	0%	35%

• What West Island College (Calgary) says it looks for in students

  At WIC, we strive to attract and retain students who consistently demonstrate character, have strong morals and will uphold our values. As a university preparatory school, WIC offers challenging curricula that encourages students to explore their passions and work to their full potential. While we consider every applicant’s academic performance, WIC seeks out well-rounded students who are prepared to contribute to school life and the greater community.
  
  WIC encourages applications from students ready to embrace the College’s motto: Be Brave. Be Bold. Be Ready.

• Why it matters

  A school's acceptance rate gives you an indication of how competitive the admissions process is. Understanding this can help you set expectations and make strategic decisions about where to apply. Please note that the acceptance rates provided here are approximate.

See grade-by-grade admissions requirements at West Island College (Calgary) and how they compare with other schools.

• Breakdown by grade

  Grade	Required by West Island College (Calgary)					% of schools requiring
  	Interview	SSAT	SSAT (out of province)	Entrance exam	Entrance essay
  Gr. 7		-	-			Interview: 63%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 28%, Essay: 10%
  Gr. 8		-	-			Interview: 64%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 28%, Essay: 10%
  Gr. 9		-	-			Interview: 52%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 25%, Essay: 10%
  Gr. 10		-	-			Interview: 50%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 22%, Essay: 11%
  Gr. 11		-	-			Interview: 50%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 22%, Essay: 11%
  Gr. 12	-	-	-			Interview: 44%, SSAT: 2%, Exam: 17%, Essay: 10%

• What West Island College (Calgary) says about the application process

  Application fee: $200

  Registration fee: N/A

  Deposit: $5,000

  
  Description:

  WIC administers the CCAT (Canadian Cognitive Abilities Test), which is a 90-minute standardized test for students entering Gr. 7 – 12. Parents and students must understand that test results are only one part of the admissions process. Spending huge amounts of time and money preparing for the standardized test is not recommended. 

  Please note, we will accept the SSAT instead of our locally offered entrance exams. Choose West Island College as a recipient in the SSAT online tool.

• Why it matters

  Understanding admission requirements is crucial as you assess your fit with a school and the likelihood of acceptance. These requirements often reflect the school's educational priorities.