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!