ExperienceU 

Realizing and pursuing career and academic paths

The University of Prince Edward Island is offering an exciting new program to give you a taste of the university experience! ExperienceU is designed to engage high school graduates, who have deferred university education, or any other post-secondary program, and are interested in exploring their career and academic options, abilities, and goals within a university setting.

ExperienceU will:

• Provide career counselling that is connected with planning both academic and personal aspects of the career decision making cycle
• Offer an inviting university environment for ExperienceU learners by engaging them in the campus community and activities, and establishing working relationships with faculty and staff

Apply for ExperienceU

To be eligible for the ExperienceU program you must complete the application form and submit it to Student Services. Application forms are available at UPEI Student Services or online at studentservices.upei.ca/experienceu/application-form . In addition, a copy of the most recent high school transcript and a letter of recommendation will be required.

Program Costs

By completing the application, you will be eligible for an ExperienceU Award. Upon acceptance into the ExpereinceU program this award will cover all course costs and lunch will be provided. In addition, you will receive a one-week CARI membership.

Program Dates

The dates of this one week program are June 23-25, 2009 from 9am-4pm on the UPEI campus. Enrolment for the 2009 ExperienceU program is limited to 25 students.

Information

For further information, please contact Kylah Hennessey at 566-0738 or by email khennessey@upei.ca.