1. What is required to apply to SCMP?

We require a resume, a screenshot of grades from Workday or an unofficial transcript, and a video interview recording answering 3 questions. Please refer to the applications page for more information.

2. Is there a preferred resume format?

There is no standard resume format. Please keep the resume to one page in length. Additionally, there are reference materials available on the resume tips page on our website!

3. I am graduating before the program begins. Can I still participate?

Unfortunately, the SCMP program is only for students currently enrolled at UBC.

4. I am graduating in May 2026, am I still eligible for the Summer SCMP 2026 program?

You may still be eligible to apply and participate in the program. However, as we have transitioned to focusing on intern and MBA recruitment, we will be screening for especially strong candidates and evaluating applications on a case-by-case basis. Successful applicants will go through the same program – and will be on track for full-time recruitment instead, which will not be the same interview timeline with the firms as compared to intern and MBA recruitment.

Note that it is likely that firm interviews for full-time recruitment will be during Fall 2026 for positions starting in 2027.

5. I am not pursuing a Commerce or MBA degree. Can I still apply to SCMP?

Yes! SCMP is open to UBC students of all faculties, and we are excited to welcome diverse perspectives into our program. If you are pursuing an advanced degree (e.g., Master’s, PhD), then you will apply to the Associate stream. If you have specific questions about your application, please send us an email at info@ubcscmp.com.

6. I'm planning to go on exchange or I have plans during the summer that will cause me to miss a lecture or two, can I still participate in SCMP?

We want to be upfront: attendance matters a lot in this program, and missing sessions can meaningfully impact your success.

SCMP is designed as an intensive and cumulative experience. The people who consistently perform well in our mock interview and the firm interviews are the ones who prioritize showing up. We've seen many talented candidates try to balance the program alongside exchange, travel, or other major commitments – but the track record shows that it’s very difficult to pull off successfully.

We get that life is full of competing priorities – academics, relationships, career planning – and we respect that those trade-offs are yours to make. Just know that if you do miss time, the onus will be on you to catch up, and there's only so much that self-study can replace. SCMP’s lectures and coaching are the backbone of the program.

Getting into SCMP is a rare opportunity – each year, hundreds apply for a few dozen spots. Our honest advice here would be if you're going to commit to SCMP, give yourself the best chance to get the most out of it. Think carefully about what you can realistically balance before applying.

7. I heard about SCMP and it weighs heavily in my decision to apply to UBC. Is there a way for me to secure acceptance into the SCMP before I apply to UBC?

Admittance into SCMP depends on many factors including some related to you, and some related to the calibre of other applicants in that given year. Even if your application appears strong, it will be compared with the applications we receive during the year of SCMP admittance, so no guarantees or even probabilities around admittance can be made.

Without a doubt, the SCMP is a very useful tool in pursuing a career in consulting, but it is a tough field to get in to. Although we cannot assure your acceptance into the SCMP in advance of the regular application process, what we can do is provide you a set of recommendations on how you can strengthen your candidacy, both for SCMP and for landing a job in strategy consulting.

8. What is the fee associated with SCMP?

SCMP is a non-for-profit – we do require student fees in order to cover program costs. The fee varies year to year – but for reference, last year’s fee was $1,250 per student. The fee will be finalized in early May, and communicated to successful SCMP Applicants.

9. Does SCMP offer financial aid?

SCMP offers financial aid to students receiving aid from UBC. Students admitted to SCMP will receive additional details on how to request financial aid – please do not let financial barriers stop you from applying to the program.