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Ten Tips for Choosing a University published in the Ottawa Citizen
Article written by Roseann O'Reilly Runte
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| APPLYING FOR COLLEGE THROUGH ONTARIO COLLEGES |
The following dates apply to programs starting in the fall of 2020. The application process at https://www.ontariocolleges.ca/en follows an annual cycle, based on the academic year (August to July).
For programs beginning at other times of the year, please contact the individual colleges for more information about application processing dates.
If you are applying to a Private College or a College outside of Ontario, you will need to go directly to their admissions department to find out what they need for you to apply. If you require a high school transcript please come to Guidance and we can help you.
Important Dates to Remember:
Early October 2020:
Apply to College. You need your OEN number to apply. You can find this number at the top of your report card. Link to Ontario Colleges: www.ontariocolleges.ca. You may create an account and click this link to begin your application.
Once you have applied you will receive an OCAS application number. We do not have access to this number so keep this number for future reference.
October 2020 :
Information available at: www.ontariocolleges.ca/news/cip/cip-schedule (Eastern Ontario).
Deadline
The deadline for applying to highly competitive programs. Applications received and paid for on or before this date will be given equal consideration by the colleges.
Earliest date the colleges may release offers to applicants. Earliest date that applicants may confirm an offer of admission.
TBD
Applicants must confirm their acceptance of an offer of admission by this date. Log into your https://www.ontariocolleges.ca/en account to confirm your offer. Each college will determine the due date to confirm offers made after TBD. Check your offer letter for details.
Mid-June 2021
Earliest date that colleges may require payment of tuition fees to secure your spot in your program. Each college sets its own tuition deposit amount and payment deadlines.
If you have any questions regarding the application process, please come and see us in Guidance we are happy to help you out.
College and Campus Tours WORTH A LOOK
Open houses and campus tours are another excellent way to get a real feel for campus life at any particular college.
If you are applying to a Private College or a College outside of Ontario, you will need to go directly to their admissions department to find out what they need for you to apply. If you require a high school transcript please come to Guidance and we can help you.
If you are applying to a Private College or a College outside of Ontario, you will need to go directly to their admissions department to find out what they need for you to apply. If you require a high school transcript please come to Guidance and we can help you.
ONTARIO UNIVERSITY INFORMATION
Important Dates to Remember:
November 2020
You will need your PIN number to apply. your pin. - information to come.
View the Ontario Universities' Regional Fairs: Ottawa Region
https://www.ontariouniversitiesfair.ca/regional/ottawa/
Information is also available in Guidance.
* *Deadline ~ TBD*
DEADLINE TO APPLY TO ONTARIO UNIVERSITIES www.ouac.on.ca
February , 2021
If you have applied by the deadline then this is the recommended last date to submit university and program changes.
May 2021
The latest date you can expect a response from an Ontario university. This may include an offer of admission; a refusal; or a deferral, once additional information is received.
June 2021
Earliest date you may be required to respond to an Ontario university offer of admission and give a financial commitment (i.e. registration deposit, residence deposit etc).
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The new Ontario Universities' Info 2020 is live!
Find and compare Ontario university programs, plus research residences, scholarships, campus visits and more.
OUInfo 2020 includes a refreshed look and new logo, while maintaining the same functionality. It was renamed to better align with the Council of Ontario Universities' new branding and the Ontario university community, and to more closely reflect the content of the website.
OUInfo is the only resource that is updated directly by the Ontario universities.
Visit: www.ontariouniversitiesinfo.ca.
Find out about:
- admission requirements
- prerequisites and compare programs
- information about upcoming campus tours
- residences and meal plans
- available scholarships and awards
Universities post updates to OUInfo throughout the year - check back regularly.
If you need any help applying to university or help locating program information please come and see us in Guidance.
OSAP Ontario Student Assistance Plan Loan information and application.
Free Tuition for eligible students.
GAP YEAR
Guided Gap Year - Information for graduating students and their parents. Important and innovative gap year program for young adults in Ontario.
Please click this link Discovery Year to read about taking a Gap Year!
Click this link for information Gap Year Bursaries for Canadians
National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces
For student interested in National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces please click on the link below:
National Defence Canadian Armed Forces
Post Secondary Information
ONTransfer The Ontario Post Secondary Transfer Guide (ONTransfer) is your resource for information on credit transfer within the province of Ontario.
http://www.cou.on.ca/key-issues/student-services/university-college-partnerships - examples of college and university partnerships
http://www.ontario.ca/education-and-training/go-college-or-university-ontario - information on post secondary
http://www.ontariocolleges.ca – a guide to Ontario colleges and application
http://www.ouac.on.ca – Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC)
http://www.scholarshipscanada.com – scholarship database
http://www.ontario.ca/page/student-loans-grants-scholarships-and-bursaries - ideas of how to fund post secondary education
http://www.ontario.ca/tcu – Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities
http://www.ontario.ca/apprenticeship – apprenticeship info
http://www.canlearn.ca – information and tools to help you plan and finance your education