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Grades
Grade 12
Class Sizes
Group, Private
Formats
Online, Residential
Course Types
College Credit

The Accelerated Program consists of 2 academic semesters plus 2 summers, over a 14 month period. It is ideal for students who wish to complete their Access MCA program in a year and then move to college or university as sophomores the following year.

The Accelerated Program equals the first year of college and prepares students to start as sophomores.

Guaranteed Admission to an MCA University or College

  • Avoid the Admission queue
  • NO SAT or ACT required
  • Accelerated decision timeline

Students complete a year of university courses in their own country and then are granted automatic admission with transfer of all their credits to the university or college that is their best fit.

      

Program Structure

To complete the whole program and qualify to enter an MCA university or college, students must earn a minimum of 24 credits.

Online Orientation

Begin in Grade 12

Semester 1

Take 3 or 4 courses

Semester 2

Take 3 or 4 courses

Summer

May to July

Residential or Online Coursework or Project

Sophomore Orientation

2023-24 Access MCA Accelerated Courses

Bus 121: Fundamentals of Investing

Fundamental business principles. How to apply research techniques to the business domain. Make effective presentations on business subjects in both spoken and written form. 3 Credits / Optional 1 Credit for Competition)

Bio 160: Ecological and Evolutionary Systems Environmental Science

Examine basic concepts in ecology and evolutionary biology to gain insights into adaptive features. Credits Awarded: 4.

Bio 199: Neuroscience of Resilience

Custom course based on students.
Complete and become certified in the Certified Resilience Trainer (CeRT) program.  Credits Awarded: 4.

Engs 150: Introduction to Engineering

Introduces students to the basic principles of engineering and the various disciplines that constitute the field. (Lab included) Credit awarded: 4 Credits

Phil 195: Topics in Philosophy

Applications of philosophical methods for critical reflection upon it. Introduction to philosophical thinking. Credit awarded: 4 Credits

Psy 100: Intro to Psychology

An introduction to the science of behavior and mental life, ranging from biological foundations to social and cultural influences on behavior. (Lab included) Credit awarded: 3 Credits / Optional 1 Credit for Lab

Eng 315: Science, Technical and Medical Writing

Introduction to principles of environmental relations and processes; survey of environmental literature. Credit awarded: 4 Credits

USH 100 Survey of US History

Survey of American history from the earliest moments to the modern period. Focuses on ideas and ideal that have motivated the American experiment. Credit awarded: 3 Credits

Application Process

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year. Priority is given on a first registered, space available basis.

1. Create an AccessMCA Account on the Opus Portal

Create and login to the AccessMCA Opus Portal here:

http://opus.accessmca.com

2. Complete Application and Fees

Once logged in, complete the online application form and the application fees.

You will be asked for the following information:

  • Academic records from your current school
  • Personal statement and short answer questions
  • Letter of recommendation

3. Complete Registration and Choose Courses

After receiving your acceptance letter to the program, complete the online registration process and choose the courses you wish to take.

Who can take Access MCA programs?

Students as early as Gr 9 can take the MCA Scholars Program. Students at the end of high school or who recently graduated can take the Standard Program which is a full year of college leading to automatic admissions with sophomore status at MCA universities and colleges.

Important Dates

Term Application Deadline Decision
 September 2023  TBA TBA
January 2024 TBA TBA

Questions?

If you have any questions, please inquire at Opus Academy:

Email: AccessMCA@opusacademy.com
Phone: (604)267-3749
In-person: 5635 Dunbar Street, Vancouver BC V6N 1W5

Start your journey today with Opus Academy.