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*APPLY*
Helpful Tips When Applying:
$150 for 5 program choices ONLY
You will need create an account. We suggest you use your personal email address, as you will lose your student account when you leave SWC.
You will need to create a username and password-WRITE THIS DOWN or TAKE A PICTURE OF IT
You will need your OEN and student number, which can be found in Aspen
Helpful Tips When Applying:
$159 for 3 program choices; $51 for every additional choice
You will need create an account. We suggest you use your personal email address, as you will lose your student account when you leave SWC.
You will need to create a username and password-WRITE THIS DOWN or TAKE A PICTURE OF IT
You will need your OEN and student number, which can be found in Aspen
When it asks for "highest grade level achieved", select GRADE 12
When asked: "Year started high school" - enter September, 2023
KNOW THE DIFFERENCES.
KNOW THE SIMILARITIES.
DEGREE PROGRAMS - OFFERED AT COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY - REQUIRE APPLICANTS TO HAVE 6 GR. 12 U/M COURSES/CREDITS (COMPLETED AND/OR ON THEIR TIMETABLE) IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION INTO THE PROGRAM.
ONTARIO UNIVERSITIES ONLY OFFER DEGREE PROGRAMS.
ONTARIO COLLEGES OFFER DEGREE AND DIPLOMA PROGRAMS.
ONTARIO COLLEGE DIPLOMA PROGRAMS DO NOT REQUIRE 6 GR. 12 U/M COURSES.
DEGREES @ COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY = 6 GR. 12 U/M, INCLUDING ANY REQUIRED COURSES
DIPLOMAS @ COLLEGE = ENG4C OR ENG4U + ANY REQUIRED COURSES
e.g. Brock University: "Ontario high school students must present the OSSD and complete six 4U/M courses. All required courses will be included in the calculation of your overall admission average."
DIPLOMA OR DEGREE? COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY?
“Colleges offer certificate programs, diplomas, apprenticeships, and degrees. Universities offer under-graduate and graduate degrees and other professional programs. All programs vary in length and prerequisites — the pre-work or qualifications you need to be eligible for a program. All schools set their own admission requirements.” (ON Ministry of Colleges & Universities)
The Difference Between Canadian Colleges and Universities
Ministry of Colleges and Universities
Glossary of Post-Secondary Terms
Upcoming Events
College & University Open Houses, Virtual Tours, Viewbooks and Homepages
This link will be regularly updated as we get provided with specific dates, times, and information.
Ontario Universities' Fairs
Helpful Resources:
Note: Universities will not be able to answer questions regarding current application statuses. If current undergraduate applicants have questions for a university, encourage them to contact the university directly.
Thank you for promoting the virtual Information Sessions! If you have any questions, email: ouevents@ouac.on.ca.
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*UNIVERSITY*
The Resource Guide contains contact information, admission requirements, residence and scholarship details and other helpful information from Ontario universities.
***Ontario Universities' Website***
This website will provide you with valuable information on the school programs and what you need to apply. We encourage students to research what prerequisites they will need in order to be eligible to apply, have a look at the most up-to-date cut-off ranges, and have a look at what first-year courses are offered in the programs.
$159 for 3 program choices; $51 for every additional choice
January 15, 2027: Equal Consideration Date
Apply on or before this date in order to receive equal consideration for admission to programs.
How to apply to Ontario's Universities\OUAC
*How to create your OUAC account *How to complete your application *How to edit your completed application *How to respond to an offer of admission (videos)
QUICK COMPARE TOOL Use this tool to find out who uses Gr. 11 marks, and how; OUAC ranking consideration; SHSM, Tuition, Residence, Scholarships, etc.
Student Hyperdoc [PDF]
This document contains links to promotional material about applying to university that you can post for your Grade 12 students, and other important information, such as deadlines, university recruitment events and online resources like OUInfo.Connect with Ontario Universities Hyperdoc [PDF]
This document outlines the various ways students can connect with Ontario universities throughout the entire application process - from starting their research with OUInfo to applying through the OUAC.
*COLLEGE*
Different Program Types for Everyone!
Certificate Programs—Certificate programs require the completion of two semesters (or one year) of study. These are a great way to gain an introduction to a topic or make your resume stand out.
Diploma Programs—Regular diploma programs require the completion of at least four semesters (or two years) of study. An advanced diploma is granted after six semesters (or three years) of study.
Degree Programs—College degree programs offer the best of both worlds: a solid foundation of theoretical knowledge and the practical skills to apply this knowledge in the real world. Recently, colleges have even started offering master’s degree programs too!
Collaborative Degree Programs—Collaborative programs are four- or five-year programs where students spend the first two years at college and the following two or three years at a partnering university. Completing these programs often earns students two credentials—one from the college and one from the university.
Graduate Certificate Programs—Graduate certificates require a university degree, a college certificate, or a diploma for admission, building on knowledge and experience gained through previous post-secondary study
* The College Dialogue booklet contains contact information, admission requirements, residence and scholarship details and other helpful information from Ontario colleges
***Ontario Colleges Website***
$150 for 5 program choices - no more than 5 choices permitted
February 1, 2027: Equal Consideration Date
Apply on or before this date in order to receive equal consideration for admission to programs.
How to apply to Ontario's Colleges
"How To" Guide for Applicants (73 pages worth of info!)
Colleges offer both diploma and degree programs! View this short video on the benefits of a college degree program: College Degree vs University Degree
ON Colleges answers top 20 Questions
OCAS Information Links:
Futuregrad.ca is a tool for students planning to pursue the professional fields of MEDICINE, DENTISTRY & LAW. Given the varying requirements across Canadian provinces—and even between schools within Ontario—this website helps clarify the undergraduate requirements for these highly competitive programs. e.g. Medical School Admissions: It outlines which schools require the MCAT (e.g., Ottawa, TMU, and NOSM do not). and Specific Course Prerequisites: It highlights unique requirements, such as the fact that the University of Saskatchewan’s dental program requires a third-year "metabolic biochemistry" course, whereas Ontario schools do not.
Ontario Learn and Stay Grant Learn about funding to cover the costs of tuition, books and other direct educational expenses and how to apply.
To view more details on how to research programs at both a college and university institution, watch the Guidance Presentations in the links below (Note: some interfaces and links might have changed, or look different, as institutions update their sites)
*FULL DISCLOSURE*
The Ministry of Education has a policy of full disclosure. This policy states that all Grade 11&12 courses attempted by students must be recorded on Ontario Student Transcripts.
Full disclosure does not apply to students in Grades 9 or 10.
Any Grade 11 or Grade 12 course completed, dropped or failed will appear on a student transcript along with the marks earned in the program.
Full disclosure will take effect 5 instructional days following the issue of the November/April Provincial Report Card in a semestered school.
What each post-secondary institution does, or doesn't do, with consideration of dropped/failed courses is at their own discretion. Students will need to contact the college/university to learn of their policy and how it could impact their application to a particular program.
*ONTransfer*
Another great opportunity for you to explore is the ONTransfer possibilities. This allows students to start in college and then transfer to a university or start in university and transfer to a college and take their credits with them.
"Transfer lets you move between schools (e.g. colleges to university). It is when previous learning you completed at one school is recognized at another, so that you don't have to repeat courses you've already completed. Potential benefits of transferring credits can include: Saving money, Saving time, More flexibility"
To find out more about this great opportunity visit the ONTransfer website: ONTransfer
Supporting Military-Connected Learners
With an investment from the Government of Ontario, ONCAT has deployed funding to six postsecondary institutions (Canadore College, Fanshawe College, Georgian College, University of Waterloo, University of Windsor, Lakehead University), for projects that help military-connected learners access postsecondary programs and accelerate career transitions.
These projects focus on enhancing processes that award academic credits and advanced standing for the technical, leadership and organizational skills and competencies that are acquired via military training and experiences.
A new feature on ONTransfer.ca directs military-connected learners to colleges and universities in Ontario that provide academic support for military-connected learners, including programs to receive credit for military training and experiences, as well as streamlined admission processes and specialized student services.
Read the full report here: oncat news: supporting military-connected learners
What is Career Coach?
Career Coach is an interactive, user-friendly, web-based tool that enables prospective students, students, graduates, and any visitor to the college’s website to learn about the employment prospects of a wide range of occupations. The data and information are linked to the college’s programming and includes occupational descriptions, detailed wage estimates and up-to-date job postings by occupation.
Not sure what area of interest or programs to apply to? Thanks to our friends at Fanshawe College, you can take a short assessment that will help guide you towards programs of interest based on your personality. Take the quiz and see what options are out there for YOU!
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