Most of the time, I let the travelling recruiters post the blogs on here. However, as the “web recruiter” for SAIT, I get a lot of the same questions they do. So, in an attempt to boost readership, I too, will start contributing.
One of my great passions is post secondary. I think there is a program or a school for everyone. What is so fantastic about SAIT, is the programs are short term (mostly one or two year), but they have awesome employment opportunities attached to them.
Since SAIT will begin accepting applications for fall 2010 as of November 1, 2009, I thought this would be a great opportunity to create a Top Five Tips list for researching SAIT. So, hang on, here we go!
1) Visit the website – Wherever you decide to attend, your first step should be to visit the website. SAIT.ca will give you invaluable information about the programs and student life opportunities available. It will also save you time. You will find out exactly what we offer. Visit sait.ca for a complete list of certificates, diplomas, applied degrees and apprenticeship opportunities available.
2) Attend Open House – This year, SAIT is holding two Open Houses! The first one is taking place October 30 and 31st. What is so great about this Open House, is that it is happening right before SAIT begins accepting applications for the year. The Open House is a great way to find out more about the program you are interested in. You get to ask questions and get all your information to make an informed decision.
3) Take a campus tour, sign up for Student For A Day – What I always ask students is “Would you buy a car, without test driving it?” The same goes for your education. Test drive it! SAIT offers lots of great campus tour and Student For A Day opportunities. Check them out and make an informed decision.
4) Speak to an advisor – SAIT has a lot of different ways to do this. The most common is to come in and speak to someone. Students Services offers advising at their main office on a drop-in basis, so no appointment is necessary. If you are from out of town, you can call us, e-mail us or chat with us on msn. There is no excuse why you cannot get all the information you need, in order to apply.
5) Apply early and to more than one program – Don’t wait until the end of the admissions period to apply to SAIT. Many of our programs fill up quickly, so the longer you wait, the less likely you will receive admission. Also, I encourage students to apply to more than one program. Sure, application fees are $50 each, but what if you do not gain admission? I tell students to take control, and submit multiple applications. Have Plan B and Plan C in place.
I hope everyone checks out these application tips. Best place to apply is sait.ca. If you have any questions or comments, I would love to hear them!
Hope to see you soon!
Jay
2) Attend Open House – This year, SAIT is holding two Open Houses! The first one is taking place October 30 and 31st. What is so great about this Open House, is that it is happening right before SAIT begins accepting applications for the year. The Open House is a great way to find out more about the program you are interested in. You get to ask questions and get all your information to make an informed decision.
3) Take a campus tour, sign up for Student For A Day – What I always ask students is “Would you buy a car, without test driving it?” The same goes for your education. Test drive it! SAIT offers lots of great campus tour and Student For A Day opportunities. Check them out and make an informed decision.
4) Speak to an advisor – SAIT has a lot of different ways to do this. The most common is to come in and speak to someone. Students Services offers advising at their main office on a drop-in basis, so no appointment is necessary. If you are from out of town, you can call us, e-mail us or chat with us on msn. There is no excuse why you cannot get all the information you need, in order to apply.
5) Apply early and to more than one program – Don’t wait until the end of the admissions period to apply to SAIT. Many of our programs fill up quickly, so the longer you wait, the less likely you will receive admission. Also, I encourage students to apply to more than one program. Sure, application fees are $50 each, but what if you do not gain admission? I tell students to take control, and submit multiple applications. Have Plan B and Plan C in place.
I hope everyone checks out these application tips. Best place to apply is sait.ca. If you have any questions or comments, I would love to hear them!
Hope to see you soon!
Jay
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