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G. L. Roberts C. V. I.
University
Application
Information
2018-2019
-1-USEFUL WEBSITES
www.ouac.on.ca An abundance of information on universities,
application process, online application.
www.electronicinfo.ca Browse universities, programs, admission requirements, up
coming tours, scholarships etc.
scholarshipscanada.com Database of approximately 21 000 scholarships
yconic.com Information on thousands of scholarships, bursaries, etc.
osap.gov.on.ca OSAP (Ontario Student Assistance Program) – has detailed
information on financial assistance for post-secondary
students in Ontario. Note: you NEED a Social Insurance
Number to apply to OSAP! Get yours soon! Wait until mid-
May to do your application though – otherwise you’ll be filling
out the old application form.
www.canlearn.ca Financial aid help
www.careercruising.com/login/ddsb Research careers, post-secondary education,
set goals, self-assessments.
www.recruitincanada.com Find out all about post-secondary programs,
www.letsgoglobal.ca scholarships, travel and volunteer opportunities
www.studyandgoabroad.com in over 100 countries worldwide
www.canadian-universities.net Search universities anywhere in Canada.
Don’t forget to use the individual university websites too! You’ll find the most up-to-date
program information there.
TIP FOR ALL GRADUATES:
Start a Portfolio – a safe, organized binder/folder to keep your education documents.
Documents might include report cards (especially from Grade 12), IEPs, diplomas,
degrees, etc. High schools do not keep these records in your OSR for all eternity. Also,
diplomas are not re-issued – you get only one copy. Keep it safe!
RESEARCHING UNIVERSITIES
University Visits
-2-Visit several universities as you will be spending 1 to 4 years of your life there. Most
universities have open houses and tour days, and you can even request to sit in on a
class or two in your program of interest. Check the university website or the university
bulletin board outside the Guidance Office for more information. Tip: Friday, November
20 and Friday, February 12 are P.D. Days. Why not use those days to go on a tour of the
colleges you’re interested in? Also, you have a March Break and you should have at
least one extra day after Semester 1 exams but before Semester 2 begins. What a great
time to check out some campuses!
Calendars & Viewbooks
Calendars are information books published by the universities. Calendars usually contain:
➢ Academic requirements and regulations
➢ Course or subject descriptions
➢ Admission information
➢ Awards and financial assistance
➢ Schedule of fees
➢ List of faculties and degree granted
➢ Campus map
➢ Special campus services
➢ Recreation centre and athletics
➢ Residence & Libraries
Calendars can be found in the guidance office (to be used in office), the OUAC
website, university website
Viewbooks are information publications (snapshots) that are not as detailed as
calendars, but provide important information about programs, prerequisites, residence
and activities. Viewbooks can be found in the guidance office, university registrar’s
office, U.I.P. program.
Internet
All universities have their own websites. We recommend bookmarking the universities
that interest you. Also, make sure you use the websites listed in this package!
University Visits at G.L. Roberts
Sign-up sheets for university visits are in guidance.
Date University
October 9th, 2018 Period 2 U.O.I.T, Trent, U of T, Guelph, Ryerson, York
October 23rd, 2018 Period 4 Guelph-Humber, Brock, Laurentian,
Lakehead, Western
-3-Ontario Universities’ Fair
Metro Toronto Convention Centre Sept 28, Sept 29 and Sept 30 2018 from 10 am to 5 pm
each day, and free admission
University Information Fair
Clarington Central Secondary School, Bowmanville, Thursday Nov 8, 2018, from 6 to 7:30
pm
Transmission of Data
Data transmissions are supplied to OUAC by the Durham District School Board.
Date Details
Nov. 8, 2018 1st Data Transmission
∙ Deadline for OUAC to receive all electronic student data files
from Ontario high schools.
January 16, 2nd data transmission
2019 ∙ Deadline for Ontario high school students to submit their
completed applications to OUAC
∙ The OUAC still processes applications received after this date
and distributes them to the universities; however, specific
university deadlines will apply.
∙ The initial application includes all final grades from completed
Grade 11 and 12 courses and a list of all current-year courses in
progress.
February 14, 3rd data transmission
2019 ∙ Deadline for OUAC to receive all final semester grades and
current full year grades for 4U/M courses from Ontario high
schools.
April 25, 2019 4th data transmission
∙ Deadline for Ontario high schools to report midterm grades for
second semester courses and interim grades for full year
courses to the OUAC. Grades that the OUC receives earlier
than the deadline will be sent to Ontario universities when
received.
July 4, 2019 5th data transmission
∙ Deadline for the OUAC to receive final grades for current
semester/year courses from Ontario high schools.
August 1-30, 6th data transmission
2019 ∙ The OUAC collects summer school grades from Ontario high
schools and school boards.
-4-Note: Due to Full Disclosure, marks will be sent to OUAC for all courses you have taken
and are currently taking, including:
* - courses you are currently enrolled in (including those you are failing)
* - courses you withdraw from after 5 days following the mid-semester report
STEPS TO FOLLOW TO APPLY
1. Research University Choices
2. Start a file to keep all correspondence related to University Applications
3. Complete University Application online at www.ouac.ca.
NOTE: You are to complete the 101 Application.
Passwords and PINS will be distributed at an information session in
November.
4. Application deadline is January 16, 2019. However, OUAC is strongly encouraging
applicants to complete the application well in advance of the deadline.
QUICK FACTS
1. Ontario Universities require a minimum of 6 courses coded 4U or 4M, including
ENG 4U1.
2. Many programs have additional course requirements (portfolio, audition, PSE).
3. Electronic Info, “elNFO” has information on program requirements and previously
used cut-off averages. eINFO is available online at www.ouac.on.ca or www.
Electronicinfo.ca
4. Applicants are charged $150.00 to apply to three choices of program and/or
schools. Each additional choice costs $50.00.
5. Application deadline for Ontario Universities: January 16, 2019
6. You will receive an admission response at the latest by May 29th, 2019
7. June 3rd, 2019 is the earliest date you may have to respond to an offer of
admission.
8. Students should start looking into scholarship opportunities in September, and
continue throughout the year. Scholarship information can be found on our
-5-website, as well as in the guidance office.
9. Understanding degree programs:
➢ UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS are working towards their first university degree.
An undergraduate degree is the first degree earned by a university
student. The undergraduate degree is called a Bachelor’s Degree.
➢ GRADUATE STUDENTS have already earned a university degree and are
working on a Masters or Doctorate Degree (PHD)
10. Application To Out of Province Universities – be aware that there are significant
differences in the procedures. First, there is no liaison between out of province
Universities and Ontario Secondary Schools. Therefore, students have to contact
the University to find out information, including how to obtain applications, and
when the applications are due. Also, students are responsible for all follow-up
information, including ensuring interim and final marks are sent in on time. Please
note that since there is no common application processing centre, each out of
province University has different procedures & dates.
SCHOLARSHIPS & BURSARIES
Scholarships and bursaries are available from a number of different sources.
➢ Bursaries are based on financial need
➢ Scholarships are based on academic excellence and, in many cases, the
student’s extracurricular involvements at school and/or in the community.
➢ Financial awards can come from: individual universities, Durham District School
Board, G.L. Roberts, community partners, family employers.
➢ See the useful websites for more information
-6-FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Here are some of the sources of financial assistance available in Ontario. O.S.A.P. (Ontario Student Assistance Program) Assists qualifying full-time and part-time students from Ontario. Apply as early as possible after the presentation. You should submit your OSAP online application at least 10 weeks before classes begin. There is no charge for applications filed through the OSAP website. osap.gov.on.ca Canada Millennium Scholarship Awards Bursaries may range from $1000 to $4500 ($3000 on average, up to a lifetime limit of over $23 000) and are granted to full-time undergraduate students with significant financial need. millenniumscholarships.ca Queen Elizabeth II Aiming for the Top Tuition Scholarship Provides awards of up to $3500 per year, renewable for up to four years. Aid for students who earn top marks but require financial assistance Check “yes” on the application if you intend to apply for this scholarship. osap.gov.on.ca University Scholarships and Bursaries The colleges offer their own scholarships and bursaries. Be sure you look into this, because a bit of time spent on the application can result in money for you. scholarshipscanada.com and yconic.com Links to information on thousands of scholarships, bursaries, etc. Register today! Roberts Scholarships and Bursaries G. L. Roberts C. V. I. distributes thousands of dollars at Commencement each year. Be sure to check the grey Scholarships and Bursaries binder in the Guidance Office and the bulletin board outside Guidance throughout the year for more information. -7-
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