L U T H E R C O L L E G E H I G H S C H O O L I N T E R N AT I O N A L V I E W B O O K
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110+ 420 80 YEARS OF HISTORY AND TRADITION
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LUTHER
AT A GLANCE.
STUDENTTEACHER R AT I O
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STUDENTS ON THE HONOUR R O L L ( AV E R AG E S OVER 80%)
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O F G R A D U AT E S PURSUE A POSTSECONDARY E D U C AT I O N
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STUDENTS IN GRADES 11 & 12 TA K I N G A N IB COURSE
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AT H L E T I C TEAMS
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CO-CURRICULAR CLUBS
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THE LUTHER DIFFERENCE
START HERE.
GO ANYWHERE.
Luther graduates are more than prepared for university. They’re a different kind of graduate from other high schools: compassionate, creative, critical thinkers!
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By choosing Luther College High School, you aren’t just choosing a school that will challenge your student in the classroom — you’re choosing a school that helps your student become a compassionate, creative, and critical thinker who is ready to make transformative change in the world!
We pursue academic excellence in a small, close-knit community that cares for its students. It’s a place where they can receive a well-rounded liberal arts education that challenges them to achieve what they might not have thought possible.
VISION Luther College makes transformative change for a more grace-filled, just, and joyful world.
MISSION Luther College prepares students to be compassionate, creative, and critical thinkers through academic excellence and a community of care that is rooted in our call to love and serve our neighbours.
KHUSHI GOYAL IB DIPLOMA GRADUATE LUTHER COLLEGE CLASS OF 2022 “I chose Luther College High School because I wanted to be surrounded by like-minded peers. Students at Luther use their talents to discover their full potential. They don’t do this because they feel they have to, or because they should; they do this because they have an intrinsic motivation to explore and serve the world.” Khushi is pursuing a Bachelor of Science and Masters in Management Dual Degree at the University of British Columbia. Her major concentrations are neuroscience and public health. Khushi received the Hugh M. Brock National Entrance Scholarship, a Presidential Scholarship worth $40,000. “This scholarship was a huge driver for me. It gave me the confidence to dream bigger. My last year was spent surrounded by exceptionally talented UBC students, which raised my bar and inspired me to surpass it. I hope to make the most of this opportunity by diving into the world of social activism, scientific research and student leadership.” 3
R E G I N A , S A S K AT C H E W A N
WIDE OPEN
SPACES.
Located in the middle of the North American Plains, Regina — also known as the Queen City — has a lot to offer. With plenty of attractions and an active arts and cultural community, students will feel like a local in no time.
Saskatchewan Legislative Building in Wascana Park 4
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Regina is a small Canadian prairie city, with a population of nearly 250,000. We are the capital city in the province of Saskatchewan, neighbouring the provinces of Manitoba and Alberta. To the south, it borders the American states of Montana and North Dakota. To the north is the Northwest Territories. International students will experience four distinct seasons while living in Regina. Winter is cold and snowy, summer is hot and dry, while spring and fall are more moderate. Weather is not a major concern for international students who live at Luther College because all of the buildings are connected.
Dorm students canoeing on the Churchill River
Saskatchewan Legislative Building and Wascana Park
Regina is served by an interational airport. Students can easily access the city transit system at a bus stop across the street from the high school, and taxis and Ubers are readily available within the city. The Luther College High School historic campus goes back to 1926. Our campus is located in west Regina, near the historic Government House and the RCMP Depot Training Academy.
Downtown Regina
Luther College in 1939
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT REGINA, S A S K AT C H E W A N , V I S I T T O U R I S M R E G I N A . C O M
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STUDENT LIVING
YOU’LL FEEL
RIGHT AT HOME.
Whether students are popping popcorn for movie night or gearing up for our annual ski trip, we make living on campus both active enough that it’s never a dull moment and comfortable enough to be their home away from home.
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BOARDING
D O R M F E AT U R E S
Our boarding program helps students become mature, responsible, and independent young adults. Our dorm students live on our campus with all the safety and comforts of home. With access to an on-site school nurse and activities just for the dorm students, students are cared for both in the classroom and outside of it. A weekly and daily routine, personal support, and friendships are all included!
3 24/7 adult supervision
While dorm students have lots of activities just for them, they also fully participate in life at Luther with the day students, whether that is playing on the basketball team, or being the number one fan in the stands!
3 Supervised study hours 3 All meals and snacks are provided in the cafeteria 3 Double occupancy rooms with beds, desks, storage closets, and wifi 3 Modern washrooms 3 Gym/fitness centre on campus
Take a tour of our dorm rooms! Scan the QR code and check out the boys and girls rooms.
AHRA CHO DORM GRADUATE | LUTHER COLLEGE CLASS OF 2023 Ahra moved to Luther College from Korea and is now pursuing Computer Science at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. “Our family friends living in the Regina area spoke very highly of Luther College High School, and my family wanted the safety and support of a boarding program. I also was interested in Luther’s International Baccalaureate (IB) program because of my strong interest in math and visual art. I enjoyed the strong dorm community at Luther. We were all in the same position being far away from our homes and our families, but we all supported each other. This brought us closer together and
provided a deep sense of connection. As dorm students, we had all of our meals together and did activities together. There were lots of weekend activities in the dorm and even a fun mini dorm student Olympics. I also loved going on the ski trip to Banff, Alberta and the canoe trip in northern Saskatchewan. This made us like family. Starting school in a new country was scary and daunting at first. Contrary to my worries, I am now overflowing with unforgettable memories and precious people around me. I sincerely hope that future international students and dormitory students like me can find happiness here as I did.” 7
ACADEMICS
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE WORLD SCHOOL The IB program helps students develop these characteristics: INQUIRER KNOWLEDGEABLE THINKER C O M M U N I C AT O R PRINCIPLED OPEN-MINDED CARING R I S K - TA K E R BALANCED REFLECTIVE
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The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme is internationally recognized as one of the highest standards in postsecondary preparatory education. Grade 11 and 12 Luther students have the option to enroll in the full IB Diploma Programme or take individual IB courses of their choice. The IB Diploma Programme is an academically rigorous, enriched program that covers and extends beyond Saskatchewan curricula in depth and breadth.
Luther students who take six IB courses (one from each subject group) and complete the core components of the program (Creativity, Activity, Service, Theory of Knowledge, and the Extended Essay) graduate with the IB Diploma in addition to the Saskatchewan secondary diploma. All major Canadian universities recognize IB students with advanced standing, transfer credits, and/or other privileges. Courses recognized and minimum grades vary among universities. www.ibo.org
Students on a field trip to Grasslands National Park
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Your grade 12 diploma from Luther College exceeds the provincial requirements for graduation, with 26 credits earned. All our courses are in the academic stream, leading to a strong preparation for post-secondary studies. Students are allowed to take a maximum of six courses per semester. There are required courses for each grade and then students have a choice of electives. Throughout our history, Luther College alumni have become Rhodes Scholars, Nobel Prize winners, and Order of Canada recipients.
COURSE OFFERINGS Christian Ethics Computer Science English Film Studies Fine Arts
Languages Mathematics Physical Education Sciences Social Sciences
Our students have been accepted to the following schools in Canada and around the world:
UNIVERSITY OF REGINA
U N I V E R S I T Y O F A L B E R TA
U N I V E R S I T Y O F P E N N S Y LVA N I A
U N I V E R S I T Y O F S A S K AT C H E WA N
U N I V E R S I T Y O F C A LG A RY
DARTMOUTH COLLEGE
S A S K AT C H E WA N P O LY T E C H N I C
UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA
U N I V E R S I T Y O F T H E A R TS LO N D O N
SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY MCGILL UNIVERSIT Y MCMASTER UNIVERSITY UNIVERSIT Y OF TORONTO U N I V E R S I T Y O F WAT E R L O O QUEEN’S UNIVERSIT Y
UNIVERSIT Y OF VIC TORIA YO R K U N I V E R S I T Y T O R O N T O M E T R O P O L I TA N UNIVERSITY DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY
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EAL
ENGLISH AS AN ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE Luther College offers an English as an Additional Language (EAL) program to equip students with the essential English language skills for academic success at Luther and in university and post-secondary studies! Using both one-on-one instruction and classroom teaching, we ensure individual needs are being assessed and supported in a positive and caring learning environment. Benchmarked by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), the EAL program moves students through three stages of learning: EAL Intermediate, EAL Advanced, and EAL Higher Level. Students in our program are encouraged to join afterschool clubs, sports teams, and arts (drama, musical theatre, and choir). It is through these experiences that EAL students gain more motivation to practice and use their newly acquired language skills.
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JENNY BAEK EAL GRADUATE LUTHER COLLEGE CLASS OF 2019 Originally from South Korea, Jenny moved to Canada in 2013. She enrolled at Luther in the EAL program and went on to achieve university credit in her mainstream English literature classes, including IB level courses. After Luther College, she moved to Edmonton to study chemistry at the University of Alberta. “The one-on-one teaching style of the EAL Higher Level program helped me develop confidence in both speaking and writing in English. If I had difficulty in writing assignments or had an in-class presentation coming up, I would go over them with (EAL teacher) Madame Schroeder ahead of time. I liked how personalized the program was! Luther College High School is a great place not only for academic learning but also for making valuable friendships and connections. I felt like Luther was more than just a school for me; it was a community. There are various opportunities such as L.I.T. and the All-College banquet for students to participate and contribute to fostering a welcoming environment for all. But it is also important to know that it’s all about putting yourself out there and participating in these different activities. It may feel awkward at first to be outside your comfort zone, but these are the moments that will help you grow as an individual.”
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INCLUSIVITY & SUPPORT
A COMMUNITY
THAT CARES. Equally as important to our mission of academic excellence is our community of care.
International students make up around 15% of our population, and even more of our students are born in countries other than Canada, and now make Regina their home. To celebrate this diversity, one of our newest traditions is Multicultural Night, an evening planned by our student body to share music, food, and traditions from around the world. It’s just one of the ways our students learn about each other’s beliefs and values.
Luther College has been around for over 100 years, and along the way, we’ve learned a thing or two about how to support and help our students in all aspects of their lives. We’re here to help you become a well-rounded and well-adjusted young adult.
Luther students participate in Chapel, a vital part of the Christian background of Luther College. Chapel features a multi-faith perspective so that students can broaden their understandings, be spiritually challenged or uplifted, and be entertained. Students do not need to be Christian to attend Luther College.
3 Grade 9 study hall with a dedicated teacher to help with class assignments
S T U D E N T S U P P O R T S O F F E R E D : 3 Grade 9 camping trip to make friends and have fun
3 Supervised after-school homework club that provides dedicated homework time 3 Both male and female personal student counsellors 3 Post-secondary admissions guidance counselling 3 Registered nurse on-site
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AT H L E T I C S
LION PRIDE Our athletes are Luther Lions. Student involvement in athletics promotes physical health and team spirit, but also cooperation, communication, sportsmanship, and time management. We have a range of sports to choose from, and the biggest high school gym in Regina! AT H L E T I C S AT L U T H E R BADMINTON
HOCKEY
BASKETBALL
POM/DANCE
CROSS COUNTRY
SOCCER
CURLING
TRACK AND FIELD
FOOTBALL
U LT I M AT E F R I S B E E
GOLF
VOLLEYBALL
ARTS
ARTISTIC MINDS Whether you love art, drama, film, music, or maybe a combination of any of those, Luther College High School is a place where your talents can shine! We have a modern film studio and classroom, and offer courses where you can learn film history and theory, how to write a screenplay, and all the aspects of film editing and production! The school year is capped off with a Film Night open to the public where our student films take center stage. If being on stage is more your thing, Luther College has been producing an annual musical for over 50 years! Our students are cast members, orchestra members, or part of the sound and stage crew.
The musical production of Sister Act Jr. in 2023
We also offer drama, fine arts, band, and choir, and have a successful improv club that has gone on to national success in the Canadian Improv Games! 13
A P P L I C AT I O N S
YOU’RE MAKING A WISE INVESTMENT. At Luther College High School, we believe that an investment in education is one of the best decisions you can make. You’re paying for a unique educational experience you won’t find in other Canadian high schools.
Tuition fees go directly to the operating budget of the school to provide an exceptional educational experience for your student. Tuition fees are reviewed annually. Through careful stewardship and fiscal planning, we do our best to keep tuition affordable.
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Luther College High School tuition and boarding rates remain comparable to other private and independent schools of the same prestige and calibre across Canada and the world.
HOW TO APPLY TO LUTHER
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Start your online application luther.openapply.com You can create a profile and come back to complete your application anytime. There are sections for both the student and parent/guardian to complete.
Prepare supporting documents 3 Recent photo of the student applicant 3 Reference from a family friend or pastor 3 Reference from a current teacher or principal 3 Recent report card 3 Student profile essay 3 Application fee
Assessment Our admissions team will review applications once completed and determine if further information or assessments are required before acceptance. If a student’s first language is not English, an online EAL assessment will be required.
Acceptance Please allow up to four weeks from the time a complete application is submitted to receive your acceptance notification.
TIMELINE November: Applications open for the upcoming school year March 1: APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications may still be accepted after the deadline if spaces are available. Students who apply before March 1 are eligible for scholarships. April: Bursaries and scholarships are determined August: Dorm student move in and orientation September: Classes begin for the first semester
QUESTIONS Our admissions team can answer all of your questions as you complete our application process. We admit new students twice a year, for classes that start in September and in January.
SCHOLARSHIPS International students who are accepted by March 1 are eligible to receive a scholarship of up to $4,200 towards tuition. Also, the President’s Entrance Scholarship of $1,000 is awarded to a new international student each year. Luther College also offers up to 70 additional scholarships for students who return and/or graduate.
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UNIVERSITY CAMPUS
MORE THAN
A HIGH SCHOOL. Did you know Luther College operates a university campus too? Luther College is both a historical, independent high school and a post-secondary campus federated with the University of Regina, serving students locally and around the world. Luther College at the University of Regina is open to any student interested in pursuing Arts, Science, Media, Art, and Performance, and pre-professional programs. Known for making the transition from high school to university easy, we’re with you every step of the way as you prepare for your post-secondary future!
be chosen when registering for the first semester. Plus, Luther students are eligible for up to $100,000 in additional awards!
Luther College students receive personal, individualized advising and a sense of community only a small university can offer. Designed to give students a successful start to university, optional groups of courses, called Bundles, can
The first step in moving out is easy with The Student Village, a renovated, modern all-inclusive housing option on campus! With private rooms, all-you-care-to-eat dining plans, and fun, friendly staff, it’s the ideal place if you want a close-knit circle of support and friendship!
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We also offer special scholarships for students at Luther College High School who decide to continue their studies with Luther College at the University of Regina. As a Luther College university student, you get the best of both worlds: you’re a Luther student AND a University of Regina student! Find out more at www.luthercollege.edu/university.
Luther College is situated on Treaty 4 lands. These are the territories of the nêhiyawak, Anihšināpēk, Dakota, Lakota, and Nakoda, and the homeland of the Métis/Michif Nation.
Indigenous graduates with their starblankets
Luther College is a place open to anyone who shares our vision of creating a more gracefilled, just, and joyful world. We are unique in the Canadian educational landscape; operating both a secondary and post-secondary educational institution in Regina, SK.
For the most up-to-date information, including detailed fees and more, visit our website:
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