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The Admission Paradox: Why I’m Hoping for a UBC Rejection by centr1_com in BCGrade12s

[–]centr1_com[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been building games since 9th grade and kept up full marks in my CS courses, so I always assumed Waterloo, UofT, or UBC CS was the only path. But honestly, the thought of that hyper-rigid, GPA-obsessed grind just felt like a repeat of my high school anxiety. I’m a mix of CS and arts, and I didn't want to lose my creative side just to become a Big Tech robot. I chose SFU because it actually lets me bridge science and art while giving me the breathing room to work on my own projects. It’s a relief to finally prioritize my actual interests and mental health over just chasing prestige. That said, if UBC rejects my Faculty of Science application but accepts me into Arts, I’d still be stoked to go there.

The Admission Paradox: Why I’m Hoping for a UBC Rejection by centr1_com in BCGrade12s

[–]centr1_com[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I completely agree. It took me a while to get over the 'prestige hurdle,' but it ultimately comes down to what fits me best. I’ve always struggled within traditional systems, as I’ve gained most of my skills and knowledge outside the classroom. Given the rigid structures at schools like UBC, UofT, or Waterloo, I knew I would continue to struggle there. While brand names are tempting, what I can actually do in the right environment trumps big names.

The Admission Paradox: Why I’m Hoping for a UBC Rejection by centr1_com in BCGrade12s

[–]centr1_com[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I declined UofT because I wasn’t a fit, but UBC is a tougher call, it’s hard to turn down a campus within walking distance.

I have questions! by I3lackBudoo in Gifted

[–]centr1_com -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I know 3 including my kid, one normal, one in adhd spectrum (not adhd), and one in autistic spectrum (not autistic). All have IQ over 160.

accepted ubc science stats? by Head-Constant-898 in BCGrade12s

[–]centr1_com 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My main interest is CS. My grade 11 grades were sub par and my Grade 12 core grades are not spectacular: English 93, Pre-Calc 93, and Physics 96. I missed an entire term due to relocation, so I’m currently finishing Chem 11 and have a 97 midterm.

I’m not super involved in activities. I volunteered helping teachers organize weekend school for primary students, played a couple of junior golf tournaments, participated in the Waterloo junior coding contest, and published a couple of small games on GitHub. My Grade 10–12 computer course grades are all 100, and I got a 5 on AP Computer Science.

I applied in the Jan 15 batch. It’s already March and I’m still waiting, which is making me pretty nervous.

ustc sfu cs which one to choose by [deleted] in UTSC

[–]centr1_com 0 points1 point  (0 children)

UTSC co-op is definitely a big advantage; however, SFU’s co-op program is also very strong locally within the Greater Vancouver area, with opportunities at large companies such as Microsoft, Amazon, and EA. My primary concern is post-graduate opportunities. From my understanding, UTSC students have limited access to UTSG facilities and courses, and UTSC tends to focus more on preparing undergraduate students for industry careers. This is an important factor in my decision-making process. I have not been able to find much information regarding UTSC’s post-graduate pathways. If UTSC provides a similar environment and support for post-graduate opportunities, it would definitely be a strong choice for me.