Start at KPU with support behind you — plus a $700 tuition credit.
Stay the Course. Support, connection and guidance for your first semester - Fall 2026
Starting university is exciting and — Stay the Course is here to help you make the most of it. Through personalized advising, peer mentor connections, and skill-building opportunities, you’ll have support as you begin your first year at KPU. Eligible students who complete the experience can also earn a $700 tuition credit towards Year Two
Through Stay the Course, students can:
✔ Get support with course planning and registration
✔ Connect with advisors and peer mentors
✔ Build confidence for university success
✔ Learn how to navigate KPU resources
✔ Feel more connected during the first semester
✔ Explore goals and next steps without pressure
Designed for Busy Students
Stay the Course is designed to support your transition to university - not add stress to your schedule.
Who is this for? Stay the Course may be a good fit if you:
- are still figuring out your direction or goals
- want support during your first semester
- feel nervous about starting university
- want help planning courses
- are balancing school, work, and life
- want to feel more connected at KPU
- are looking for guidance while you transition to university.
Who can apply? Eligible students must:
- be new Fall 2026 students
- be domestic students or permanent residents
- be enrolled-full-time
- be in Undeclared Arts, Business, Science or Pathway 3
- have 8 or fewer transfer credits
How do I apply?
Check your KPU student email for your invitation and application link. Look for the subject line “Sign up for STAY THE COURSE and receive $700 tuition credit”. Applications open in May 2026.
Fall 2026 Stay the Course Supports and Application- please check back soon.
Spring 2026 Stay the Course Supports
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Questions? Email staythecourse@kpu.ca
Stay the Course Success Team:
- Theresa Voorsluys - Project Lead
- Cynthia Lo - The Learning Centre (Representative)
- Kathy Lo - Peer Mentor Program (Representative)
- Amy Yiu - Academic Advisor (Central Advising)
- Calvin Tiu - Academic Advisor (Central Advising)
- Jocelyn Choy - Academic Advisor (Central Advising)
- Dominique Cambay - Academic Advisor (Central Advising)