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Navigating the College & University Application ProcessBROUGHT TO YOU BY STUDENT SERVICES
@ KCVI
Agenda
Exploring OpportunitiesThe Application Process: Deadlines &
FeesFinancing: OSAP, Awards, Bursaries,
ScholarshipsMy Blueprint ProgramQuestions
Quick reminder…
In order to graduate, students must:Earn 30 Credits
18 Compulsory & 12 Elective CreditsComplete Ontario Literacy
RequirementComplete 40 hours of Community
Volunteer Service
Exploring Opportunities
The good news is that Canada is home to so many great universities that it’s difficult to make a poor decision. That’s why choosing the school that best suits you requires going beyond rankings and reputation, and considering the unique culture and educational environment of your potential alma mater.
“The choice of universities in Ontario”
The Globe and Mail (Oct. 22, 2015)
Exploring Opportunities
Ontario Colleges 557 Undergraduate degree programs (e.g. BAH, BScN, etc.)
1731 Advanced Diploma Programs (3 years)
4032 Diploma Programs (2-3 years)
2134 College Certificate Programs (1 year)
INFORMATION & APPLICATION: http://www.ontariocolleges.ca/home
Exploring Opportunities
Ontario Universities 20 Universities across Ontario
INFORMATION: http://electronicinfo.ca
APPLICATION: http://ouac.ca/
Universities Outside of Ontario…
The following schools request an OUAC reference code as part of their application. Acadia University
Bishop’s University
The University of British Columbia
The University of Calgary
Concordia University
Dalhousie University
McGill University
The University of New Brunswick
Saint Mary’s University
Simon Fraser University
The University of Victoria.
International Opportunities
Exchanges & Partnerships through Ontario Colleges & Universities
www.commonapp.org and www.ucas.com
Students interested in applying internationally should schedule an appointment with student services.
Application Deadlines & Fees
Application Deadlines & Fees
Ontario University Applications (OUAC.CA) Deadline to apply: January 13, 2015
$150 fee for first 3 program choices. $50.00 for each additional choice.
Deadline to hear from Universities: May 27, 2016
Earliest deadline to confirm Offers of Admission: June 1, 2016
Ontario College Applications (ontariocolleges.ca) Deadline for equal consideration: February 1, 2016
$95.00 fee for 5 programs, with no more than 3 programs from any one school.
Deadline to Confirm Offers of Admission: May 1, 2016
Out of Province Application Deadlines & fees vary by school. See individual websites.
What information do Colleges & Universities base decisions on?
NOVEMBER 2015: Colleges & Universities have access to final grades from Gr. 11 courses and completed Gr. 12 courses.
Ontario Colleges Prerequisite courses & average as prescribed by program
Marks: Sem 1 Midterm & Final, Sem 2 Midterm & Final
Supplementary Application Items (Portfolio, entrance tests, etc).
Ontario Universities 6 4U/4M courses including prerequisite courses
Marks: Sem 1 Final, Sem 2 Midterm & Final
Supplementary Application Items (e.g. PSE, SE, Portfolio)
Financing: Scholarships, Bursaries & Student Loans
Financing information
Scholarships & Bursaries Entrance & School Specific Awards & Bursaries
(electronicinfo.ca, school websites)
www.scholarshipscanada.com and yconic.com
Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) Apply online. You will need:
SIN for both student AND parent
Parent’s Tax Return/Notice of Assessment
Photo ID
Banking information (Bank #, Transit #, Account #)
http://www.ontario.ca/page/how-get-osap?_ga=1.255734092.533661255.1443110804
My Blueprint Pathway Planning…
https://core.myblueprint.ca/Students/hp.aspx
More Information…
Sign up for KC Grads Remind
Grade 12 Post-Secondary Application Workshops Wednesday, November 18
Periods A, B, C, D and lunch
Students encouraged to attend whenever it fits in their schedule!