Growth & Achievement
Stories
Qiaoqiao S.
Received offers from UBC, Queen’s University and University of Victoria.
“I look serious but actually I am a very funny person. I like to dance but I am very shy inside. All the memories I had in CA are the best, especially hanging out with my friends after school.”
Rebekah C.
Received offers from UBC and York University.
“I was a professional dancer back in Beijing. In order to go to my dream university, I gave up everything in China and come to Vancouver.
Thanks to all the teachers in Columbia Academy, they are really helpful and care about all the students.”
Sherry Y.
Received offers from the University of Toronto, UBC, Western University, SFU and University of Victoria($2,500 scholarship)
“I am good at science, so I think I can be successful in science. I hope my ambition can motivate me to achieve my dream. My best memory is to do volunteer work that the school arranged for us. It is always good to follow school’s guidance and work hard, you will regret it if you do not.”
Steven H.
Member, student council 2018 / Basketball club leader
Received offers from the University of Toronto ($12,000 scholarship) and UBC.
“As a strong math student, I am used to pursuing precision and perfection in everything I care about. I also like to challenge myself by taking attempts to do various sports, and I like basketball the most.
My best memory is the time when we played basketball in Richmond Oval.
To juniors, get everything started right now, volunteering, student council, extra curriculars. Do not wait for chances and your goals. Work diligently and continuously.”
Sue W.
Received offers from the University of Toronto, UBC and Western University ($2,000 scholarship).
“I would like to challenge myself. And I would like to help others. I like making friends.
As a graduate, I wish I had taken IELTS earlier, then I would not have to worry about it all the time. CA is the best school I have ever been to. Everybody here is kind and helpful. And teachers try their best to help us to get our dream universities’ offers.”
Suzy L.
Received offers from the University of Toronto and Western University.
“I love to try different things in my life. My hobby is to try different delicious food and go to the gym. CA is the best school in my mind. CA proves that as long as you work hard, all your effort will be paid back.
To juniors, I learned how to be efficient in CA. I graduated within four semesters and got accepted by a top university. As long as you set a goal, never give up and work hard towards it and you will have a bright future.”
Sylvia L.
Received offers from the University of Toronto, Queen’s University, Western University and University of Victoria ($2,000 scholarship).
“I would like to study in a relaxed way and enjoy my life. I spend most of my time studying and accompanying my friends. I really had a pleasurable time during these years.
So many nice teachers are in CA, and I have had lots of great friends in my high school life. I really appreciate it. People around me contribute an excellent environment, let me be myself. It was extremely lucky for me to meet all of these lovely people in this adorable school. It has been such an important period of my life.”
Victoria D.
Received offers from the University of Toronto, UBC and the University of Melbourne.
“Even though I used two extra years to graduate from high school, as I came to Canada too late, I do not consider it a waste of time. I feel I learned more from these two years which enriched my life experience, and also learned how to be a good person.
I am more prepared for life in the future now.”
Vivian Q.
Received offers from the University of Toronto, UBC, Queen’s University and Western University($1,500 scholarship).
“As a student, I enjoy my school life with my friends. I usually use my free time to study and prepare something for my club. And enjoying silence in the park is my favorite activity in the morning.
Message to juniors, practice makes perfect. Be responsible for yourself.
My dream is to be an actuary and travel to Italy.”
