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Hey everyone! I’m currently struggling with deciding whether to stay at my current school, KPU, where I currently have a 4.15 GPA, or transfer to UBCO or UVic to finish my undergrad in Psychology and Indigenous Studies.

My long-term goal is to pursue a master’s in Counselling Psychology and eventually work with Indigenous populations focusing on trauma, addictions, intergenerational trauma, and Gladue-related work.

I’ve been hearing a lot about the importance of attending a school that has a stronger “pipeline” into graduate programs through research opportunities, honours supervision, faculty connections, etc.

I was wondering if anyone here completed their undergrad at UBCO, UVic, or another school and then successfully got into a counselling psych master’s program. Do you feel attending a more research-focused university helped your chances compared to staying at a smaller school?

Would really appreciate any insight or personal experiences. Thanks so much!

Hey everyone! I recently applied to transfer to UBCO. I’ve completed 54 credits so far and currently have a 4.15 GPA on a 4.3 scale. My long-term goal is to pursue a master’s in Counselling Psychology focused on Indigenous mental health, trauma, and addictions work.

I know UBCO doesn’t offer a Counselling Psychology master’s program, but I’m wondering if anyone else has taken a similar path from UBCO into counselling psych or related graduate programs.

I’m currently really struggling with deciding between UBCO and UVic for my undergrad and would love to hear from students who have experience with either school, especially in psychology, honours/research opportunities, Indigenous Studies, or preparation for grad school.

Thanks so much!