1. Applying to College 1

2. Before you Apply Research post-secondary options using www.ontariocolleges.cawww.ontariocolleges.ca 2

3. Step 1 – Research colleges and programs FIND A COLLEGE – view the map

4. FIND A PROGRAM TOOL ontariocolleges.ca/find Search by keyword Search by a college Link to college information

5. Before you Apply http://www.ocas.ca/e-materials.html Includes Information on: Study Areas Highly Competitive Programs 5

6. Before you Apply College View Books Are available in the guidance office Includes important information about the individual colleges 6

7. Before you Apply College visits All schools host open houses for potential students Schools also offer tours for potential students The "feel" of a college is an important part of your decision 7

8. Before you Apply If you are applying to a joint collaborative program with a University please visit: http://www.ouac.on.ca/docs/undergrad/collab_b. pdf

9. Important Dates February 1, 2016: Applications received and paid for on or before will be given equal consideration May 1, 2016: Applicants must accept an offer of admission by this date June 15, 2016: First date that colleges may require payment of tuition fees. 9

10. How much does it cost? Application fee of $95 is required for all applications This includes 5 college program choices Payment can be made online using VISA, MasterCard, American Express or by online banking. Payment will also be accepted by mail using a certified cheque or credit card payment by phone. 10

11. New Users: If you have never applied through ontariocolleges.ca before, click the “Create an Account” button Returning to your application: If you have an existing account, click “Log In”

12. Password ‘rules’ Passwords that DO NOT meet these requirements will not allow you to login. Create an Account Complete required fields

13. If you do not agree to the Terms and Conditions you will be logged out of the college application. Select a question from the pull- down list, or create your own

14. ! You cannot log in to your account without first activating it Activate Your Account Click the link to activate your account. An activation email is also sent to the email on file. You only need to activate your account using one method (screen or email). Click the link to activate your account. An activation email is also sent to the email on file. You only need to activate your account using one method (screen or email).

15. High School Education Use the drop down menus to complete all fields. Ontario high school students: use the ‘Find School’ drop down to add your high school.

16. Important for current students Graduates / Former Students – Enter the date you completed/ left high school ! Current Students – Click the radio button All Applicants – enter the date you began high school To allow us to match your grades to your application, your OEN, student number and name (as it appears on your school record) must be accurate. Click ‘Save’ when done. To allow us to match your grades to your application, your OEN, student number and name (as it appears on your school record) must be accurate. Click ‘Save’ when done. CURRENT STUDENTS ONLY Your high school will automatically forward your grades to ontariocolleges.ca. CURRENT STUDENTS ONLY Your high school will automatically forward your grades to ontariocolleges.ca.

17. Select Programs Click the button with the start date you wish to apply to. Programs with start dates in: September 2016 January 2017 May 2017 Selecting programs from BOTH application cycles will result in two applications and an additional application processing fee. ! Fees paid on duplicate applications are non-refundable. Selecting programs from BOTH application cycles will result in two applications and an additional application processing fee. ! Fees paid on duplicate applications are non-refundable.

18. Record your Account Number and Application Number. Received Date – is the date your application processing fee payment is received and processed. Record your Account Number and Application Number. Received Date – is the date your application processing fee payment is received and processed. You may apply to a maximum of FIVE program choices with no more than THREE at any one college. List your programs in order of preference. You cannot create additional applications to apply to more programs. (sorry!) You may apply to a maximum of FIVE program choices with no more than THREE at any one college. List your programs in order of preference. You cannot create additional applications to apply to more programs. (sorry!)

19. ‘>’ – search for programs at ONE college ‘>>’– search for program at ALL colleges ‘>’ – search for programs at ONE college ‘>>’– search for program at ALL colleges

20. Payment Summary Review your fees. Click ‘Process Payment’ to pay your application processing fee.

21. Secure Online Credit Card Payment Enter your credit card details. Cardholder Name – must appear exactly as on credit card. Credit Card Number – Numbers only. No spaces or hyphens. Expiry Date – Select the dates using the drop down menu. Enter your credit card details. Cardholder Name – must appear exactly as on credit card. Credit Card Number – Numbers only. No spaces or hyphens. Expiry Date – Select the dates using the drop down menu. Click ‘Process Transaction’ to complete your payment.

22. What's Next Be sure to check your email often For Current High School Students your marks will be automatically downloaded you do not need to request transcripts. Respond to all inquires from the colleges to which you applied If you need help- please make an appointment with your counsellor. Good luck! 22

23. Video Review https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqyTffuiaX8&fe ature=youtu.be 23

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