Things to remember about the university/degree pathway:
To apply to university in Ontario, you need six Grade 12 4U or 4M credits (including the prerequisites for your chosen university program).
Open level courses and co-op credits do not count as university prerequisites or your “top 6” average.
Inform your guidance counsellor about any private or night school courses you are taking.
While universities may use grade 11 marks when considering students for early admission, they don’t penalize students for lower grades in their grade 11 year. The only marks that may be a factor in decisions are any completed 4U/M marks.
Consider attending the Ontario Universities Fair to meet with reps from ALL Ontario universities
Attend university open houses (many in fall and early spring) or arrange school tours/visits.
The ONTARIO UNIVERSITIES INFO WEBSITE is the best place to begin your research.
Apply on-line through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC) website
Pay careful attention to application deadlines! These are your responsibility!
How to Apply to University 2026/2027
What you will need:
A computer with Internet access
Your OEN Number (found on the Status Sheet that you received from Guidance or your report card).
Directions:
Check your credits on your Status Sheet to make sure you have all the graduation and university requirements. Remember to enter your community involvement hours on the google form in the guidance google classroom AND remember to submit your opt-out form to the guidance office for the 2 required online courses if you are not going to complete them.
Log on to www.ouac.on.ca
Click on Apply Now.
Click on Create Account (or Log In if this is not your first time applying to University). When creating your account, make sure you use your personal email– your school email will be closed at the end of June. Write your user name and password below! Take a picture of it with your phone!!
Username:__________________ Password:__________________
Choose which application you want to begin - GROUP A (current in highschool under 21, and have OSSD or will have by the end of the school year) GROUP B (not in highschool, over or over, International applicant)
Refer to the Undergraduate Application Guide on the OUAC site
Things to keep in mind:
Education- you must add all of the schools you have attended including summer school, private school, and your current school: St. Peter Mident #843296
My Choices- choose three programs for $159, plus $51 for each additional choice, plus some schools have additional program fees
My Supporting Documents - your grades will be displayed here AFTER you submit your application and will continue to be uploaded every reporting cycle
Document uploads: some universities require you to upload proof of status in Canada (passport, birth certificates etc). Refer to the application guide for details.
How to videos may help if you get stuck on something!
Review and Payment- $159 for three program choices, plus $50 for each additional choice. You can pay by credit, debit, e transfer or flywire. Your application does not get activated until payment is received so don’t delay to pay! All fees are non-refundable.
Make sure you apply ahead of the January 15th 2027 deadline. If you need any help, make an appointment to see your Guidance Counsellor or call OUAC directly at 519-823-1063. Save yourself unnecessary stress by getting the correct information.
Note: Be organized, pay attention to the details, and get comfortable dealing with the universities since they’ll be communicating with you directly!
Other Important Resources:
University websites
University fairs - See Regional Fairs Schedule
Visit university campuses!
How to videos on the OUAC site
St. Peter Recommended Deadline - December 18th, 2026
UNIVERSITY APPLICATION DEADLINE: JANUARY 15th, 2027