INFORMATION FOR CANADIAN STUDENTS
Global scope, local context, future orientation | Purcell Collegiate School (PCS) has been strategically situated in Kimberley, British Columbia to provide students with an ideal place to call home while pursuing their academic aspirations. PCS facilitates this process with its:
- small class sizes and specialist support educators
- inter-disciplinary approach
- place-based learning
- connection to the natural environment
- STEM programming and supports
- partnership with the ?aq’am Community of the Ktunaxa Nation
PCS cultivates a learning environment where students can exercise their creativity and engage their passions with access to a wide variety of courses under the broader umbrella of the core competencies of British Columbia’s internationally-recognized curriculum.
The close-knit nature of our communities often fosters a strong sense of camaraderie and support among residents, creating a unique living experience that combines the best of both worlds: the tranquility of small-town life with the conveniences of urban living.
APPLICATION PROCESS: 5 EASY STEPS
Purcell Collegiate School (PCS) encourages and accepts applications from interested students in Grades 8 – 12 from countries around the world, provinces throughout Canada, and First Nations across Turtle Island. For the 2025-26 school year, the school population includes students from 17 countries, seven Canadian provinces, and three First Nations.
It will take approximately 30 minutes to complete your online application. Parents should be prepared to sit with their child during this process as there are sections for parent and student consent.
Please include as much information as possible to assist us in reviewing your application.
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Book an in-person meeting, phone call, or virtual consultation by contacting our admissions team at 250-432-1349 or email admissions@purcellcollegiate.ca.
We are here to help and inform you throughout this process.
Apply
- To begin your application please pay your deposit.
- Pay your $250 non-refundable application deposit here.
- After deposit confirmation, you will be emailed your login details.
- If you do not receive your login details within 24 hours please email: info@purcellcollegiate.ca
- Next, begin your online application.
Provide Supporting Documents
Upload all requested supporting documents including:
- Your valid passport and birth certificate with translation into English
- A personal letter of recommendation from a coach, teacher, tutor or family friend
- Photos of you and your family
- School transcripts and/or report cards
Interview and Assessment
Parent and/or student interview. This interview is approximately 20 to 30 minutes long. During this interview we will ask you a few questions about yourself and why you want to study at Purcell Collegiate School.
Receive Enrollment Notification
The admissions team will send an email notification of the admission process results within 7 days of the assessments.
Living and Learning at PCS
Boarding at PCS: Situated next to Purcell Golf Course and perched above Marysville Falls on Mark Creek, our brand-new boarding facility is less than 200 meters from the main street shops while being directly connected to the natural environment. With round-the-clock care, support, and supervision from our highly-qualified boarding team, our students live in an idyllic setting well-suited to a happy, healthy lifestyle that support their growth and development in the classroom and in the community.
Students who board at PCS participate in a variety of after-school and weekend activities, events, and trips including the Uprep@PCS suite of programs designed to prepare students life at leading colleges and universities.
A warm, family-like dining experience welcomes students with three daily nutritious meals of breakfast, lunch, and supper (dinner). Meals are made using high-quality, seasonal ingredients and can be customized to meet any student’s specific dietary requirements.
FEE INFORMATION
We recognize that attending PCS requires significant investment in your child’s future. It requires thoughtful consideration which we are glad to support through our Admissions Office as part of your application process. We have endeavored to make the financial aspect of that process as streamlined as we can by making our fees as simple and all-inclusive as possible.
View and download PCS’s Annual Fees and Payment Schedule for Local Day Students or contact the Admissions Office for more information.
Financial Aid and Scholarship Opportunities
Scholarships and bursaries: Purcell Collegiate School (PCS) offers scholarships to new applicants registering in Grades 7 – 12. Scholarships may be awarded for the duration of the student’s time at PCS or for a single year.
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Financial aid: PCS recognizes the need for support to current families and students who may experience an unexpected financial hardship. We consider all situations. Financial assistance information can be requested through the Admissions Office and is awarded in the form of a reduction in tuition fees.
Family discounts: We offer reduced tuition fees for siblings and cousins: 15% for the first sibling; 25% for each subsequent sibling; 10% for a first cousin.
Referral Program
The highest compliment we ever receive is a new-student referral. The trust and confidence that demonstrates is meaningful, appreciated, and valued. That’s why we have introduced a referral program.
- Refer a local day student, receive a tax-free $1,000 tuition credit if you have a student attending PCS or a taxable cash payment.
- Refer a Canadian boarding student, receive a tax-free $1,500 tuition credit if you have a student attending PCS or a taxable cash payment.
- Refer an international boarding student, receive a tax-free $2,000 tuition credit if you have a student attending PCS or a taxable cash payment.