Newmarket High School September 22 nd , 2016 Ontario's Universities - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

Newmarket High School September 22 nd , 2016

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• He/she has specific career goals that require a university education • He/she has a passion for academic learning WHO is university for? • Someone who enjoys abstract concepts associated with course material and academic and theoretical learning • Someone who is able to complete much of his/her course work independently • Someone who has approximately 70%-75% min average in 6 “U” or “M” courses including prerequisites

 What’s a Faculty ? It is a general umbrella term of a department of learning. Examples are Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Arts and Science etc.  What’s a Program? Within a faculty are more specific areas of study. A program is a set of courses one takes which will lead to a degree. Examples are Applied Sciences, Greek Studies, Archeology etc.

 Undergraduate vs. Graduate Students who are starting at university are ‘ undergraduate students ’ they are working to earn a ‘ bachelor’s degree ’ which takes 3 -4 years (Typically 4) Students who have earned a bachelor’s degree and continue to study are now ‘ graduate students ’ they are working to earn a ‘ master’s degree ’ which takes typically an additional 2 years full time.

There are four basic types of Undergraduate University Degrees : 1. B.A. - Bachelor of Arts Subjects of major interest would include (Humanities) English, Languages, Philosophy and (Social Sciences) geography, history, psychology and sociology. 2. B.Sc.- Bachelor of Science Subjects of major interest would include Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and Computer Science. 3. B.FA.- Bachelor of Fine Arts Subjects of major interest would include Visual Arts, Music and Drama. 4. Professional Degrees Professional degrees are usually a package of prescribed courses with some room for specialization within the subject area. e.g. Bachelor of Commerce (Business), Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science in Nursing

 Start by thinking about your interests and your skills.  Go to electronicinfo.ca to browse programs  Click on “ Programs ”

Searching “economics” results in “93 Programs”

 Be sure to look at specific university websites to get the most up to date information about programs.

 Look at academic programs  Do they offer what I want to study?  Do I want to continue with graduate studies?  Co-op opportunities  Can I gain experience and get PAID?  Career preparation  Are there internship opportunities?  Are there employment services for students?

 Do I like bigger cities or smaller towns?  Do I want to go to a big university or a small one?

 Do I want to live at home?  How will I commute?  Do I want to live in residence?  Can I afford it?

 Am I able to play varsity sports?  What if I want to take dance lessons?  Will I be able to work out?

 Can I access extra help?  Is this university accessible?

 Visit the campus on an open house day  Many campus’ have visiting days during the fall and March Break

 Based on 6 “U” or “M” level courses  Prerequisite courses are included  Some programs have minimum averages i.e. 70% in ENG4U or MHF4U  Every university calculates averages differently  Repeated courses may be treated differently  Conditional offers will state averages that you must maintain – It is important that your admission percentages must be at the cut-off range or even higher!

 In addition to grade 12 courses and marks, some universities and programs require supplemental applications of which may include:  Interviews  Auditions  Résumés  Reference Letters *Note that there may be non-refundable extra costs to supplemental applications

 Read everything carefully!  Optional? – You really should submit it!  Meet the deadlines  Provide references or proofreaders enough time to support you (at least a week)  Make a professional email  Official transcripts- you must provide at least 2 days notice

 Students will need to contact their University student support centre to book an initial meeting after acceptance to their program.  When they meet with the counsellor, they will need to bring their most recent IEP and Psychological report. (check with the university of how current the psych assessment must be)  They need to make a transitional portfolio of important documents and make sure to keep their IEP given by their SERT in October.  If they qualify for OSAP they need to consider the disabilities grant offered through OSAP to cover technology/assistive equipment costs, as well as an updated psychological report if needed.

 Some universities require you to create an account with their university during the application process.  They will contact you through this account with important dates I.e. interview dates, audition dates etc.  Read the website carefully!

 Students will receive a letter stating their School Mident Number, Student Number and PIN Number in late November  Keep your PIN number confidential  Apply online at OUAC using the 101 Application  Write down the PROGRAM CODE found on the electronicinfo.ca website  Prepare your online Application & pay online

 Apply through the individual universities  Some Canadian universities can access your grades through OUAC.  Bishop’s, UBC, U of Calgary, Concordia, Dalhousie, McGill, U of New Brunswick, Simon Fraser, U of Victoria  For out-of-country universities you apply directly with the university.  Watch deadlines and requirements  Transcripts require a minimum of 2 days notice.

 $150 for 3 choices (programs and/or university)  Additional choices cost $50 each  Maximum of 3 choices at any one university  Payments can be made online using credit card (VISA or MasterCard), telephone and Internet Bill Payment Services.  Payments are non-refundable  Applications will not be processed until payment is received.

January 13 th – DEADLINE to apply to the OUAC February 5 th - last day to make any CHANGES to application. (program or additional choices) February 11 th - OUAC receives all final 1 st semester grades (and final grades from previous year) April 28 th semester mid-term grades sent to the OUAC May 27 th - Last day students to receive a response from an Ontario University June 1 st - earliest day universities can require a response to an offer and financial commitment

 There is a one time release of grades and other identifying information for all students in grade 12 on using secure transmission technology to the Ontario University Application Centre and the Ontario College Application Service in support and in anticipation of all post secondary applications. If you would like more information about this, please contact you assigned guidance counsellor.

• Policies about deferrals vary from university to university. Some universities allow deferrals, others do not. • If you are granted a deferral, some universities request that you re-apply after your gap year (pay all fees) even though you have a deferral to keep your personal information up-to-date. • If you're interested in deferring admission, you must contact the university directly for more detailed information.

• Talk with your family to figure out how you can afford to go to school • Entrance Scholarships – based on grades • Other scholarships I.e. Community, business • Bursaries- often based on grades AND financial need • RESP – Registered Educational Savings Plan • OSAP – Ontario Student Assistance Program (available in May) • Part-time and summer jobs • Aim to reduce your debt load while in school!!

 Take responsibility for your further education  Create multiple plans (Plan A, B and C)  Apply EARLY- at least a week before the deadline  Arrive on time for interviews, auditions and portfolio presentations  Get Organized!  Do your research  Think finances

 Ontario Universities Fair – Sept. 23-25 th  Dr. Denison S.S. – October 18 th