Earn a $700 tuition credit for Year Two!

Stay the Course. Reach your Goals. Spring 2026

Starting university is exciting and — Stay the Course is here to help you make the most of it. Through advising, peer mentoring, and skill-building workshops, you’ll have the support you need every step of the way. Complete the program and earn a $700 tuition credit toward your second year to invest in your success and your future.

Who can apply? 

Stay the Course is for full-time students who are domestic or permanent residents and are currently in undeclared open-access programs (Undeclared Arts, Business, or Science). Qualified applicants should be new in Fall 2025 or Spring 2026, with no more than 8 previous 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”.

     Spring 2026 Cohort Requirements

 Recommended Actions:

  • Visit your instructor during office hours.
  • Meet with an Accessibility Advisor.
  • Attend a campus life event.
  • Meet with a Melville Success Coach or Melville Peer Mentor 

Questions? Email staythecourse@kpu.ca

Stay the Course Success Team:

  • Theresa Voorsluys - Project Lead
  • Nina Jauernig - Faculty Champion
  • 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)