Post Secondary Options Post Secondary Options Cedarbrae Collegiate Institute Guidance Department

Your Guidance Counsellors are: Ms. Beck (A-GIL) Ms. Minter (GIN-MOH) Ms. Dodham (MOO-SAN) Ms. Konnaris (SAR-Z)

What Are My Options?  Apprenticeship Program  College  University  Workplace  5 th Year of High School  Study Abroad  Travel  Volunteer

How to choose a Pathway  Identify which courses you have enjoyed the most  Identify which courses have given you the most difficulty  Think about your strengths and weaknesses

How to choose a Pathway  Think about how you learn best – hands on vs. textbook  Find out as much information about the university, apprenticeship or college program as possible (what courses will you be required to take in 2-4 years?)

How to choose a Pathway

Apprenticeship Training Apprenticeship is a form of post-secondary education in which:  you earn while you learn  90% of the learning takes place on the job  10 % of the learning will take place in school Apprenticeship Timeline | to 5 years | In school

 Over 150 skill trades are available  Jobs in the skill trades are in demand  In 2010, there were 50,000 unfilled jobs in the trades

Steps to become an apprentice: STEP 5 STEP 4 STEP 3 STEP 1 STEP 2

Apprenticeship Links on the Student Services Post Secondary Information Webpage

Ministry of Training, Colleges & Universities

◘Arts/Humanities/Social Sciences ◘Life/Health Sciences ◘Physical/Engineering Sciences ◘Business/Commerce University programs provide theoretical academic training. In general, there are 4 main types of programs at most universities: The University Pathway

How to use eINFO (tutorial)

How to choose a university program Use eINFO to browse university & program options Search by University Find A Program Search by key words

Click on the name of a university to find the school profile and an overview of important information

Click on ‘Programs’ to see what you can study at the university Click on the program name to find out information about the specific program

Make sure you check Grade Range and Program Prerequisites. Click on ‘Program Website’ to find out more information about the specific program.

Averages for University  Based on 6 grade 12 U or M level courses  Prerequisite courses are included  Some programs have minimum marks for certain subjects i.e. 70%-75% in ENG4U or MHF4U  Every university calculates averages differently  Repeated courses may be treated differently  Conditional offers will state averages that you must maintain

Collaborative University & College Programs

Collaborative (Joint) University - College Programs  Collaborative programs offer the combination of hands-on learning and theoretical approach.  Students may earn either one or two credentials— one from the college and/or one from the university.

Collaborative (Joint) University - College Programs  Admission requirements are the same as universities  Admission requirements are the same as universities (Based on 6 grade 12 U or M level courses)  Check to see which application centre to apply to for these programs (OUAC, OCAS or both)

University Application Application Tutorials

Application Tutorial – OUAC 101 Online Application Tutorial for Reviewing and Changing a submitted application

The first page of the OUAC application can be used to browse programs without logging in.

After clicking on the login button on page 1 then you must enter 3 pieces of information: School Number Student Number PIN You will receive this information at the end of November or beginning of December.

Prepare your application working from left to right

Click to add programs to your application

Browse programs using these search options

Choose one of the universities to view the programs that are available.

Each program has a code. Write down the code of the programs you are interested in. Click on the program you want to add to your application.

1.Check program admission requirement 2.Fill in required information 3.Click on “Add Program”

Step 2 – Order Program Choices Step 3 – Fill in Personal Information

Final Step – Press Submit Review and print the application information Pay application fee An OUAC reference number is assigned immediately – record this number Check for confirmation message

University Application Fees  $140 for 3 program choices (All fees are non- refundable)  For each university/program choice in addition to your initial three, it will cost $47 per choice (All payments must be in Canadian Funds)  Maximum of three program choices at any one university  Payment methods include credit card and online banking.  Check your OUAC account and regularly; this is how the universities will communicate with you.

College programs provide a valuable combination of academic and practical/technical skills training for a specific career Colleges offer a wide range of programs: ◘Certificate (1year / 2 semesters) ◘Diploma (2 year / 4 semesters) ◘Advanced Diploma (3 year / 6 semesters) ◘Bachelor’s Degrees in applied areas of study (4 years / 8 semesters) (4 years / 8 semesters) ◘Apprenticeship/Pre-Apprenticeship Training Programs (duration varies) ◘Joint College & University Collaborative Programs (duration varies) The College Pathway

College Admission Guidelines  High School diploma  Possible additional requirements may include an interview, portfolio, tests  Specific prerequisite courses (e.g. ENG4C/U ) at specific levels  May also consider some Grade 11 courses  Check college application information brochures and websites to find out more

Benefits of a College Bachelor Degree  a blend of theory and practical  small classes mean comfortable learning environment  career focused, developed in consultation with employers  co-op experience provides real-life opportunities You need to have 6 grade 12 U and M courses to apply but cut off marks may not be as high as University (e.g. 65% average)

Highly Competitive Programs Find a Program and Online Application Application Tutorials

Tutorial to help Find Programs and College Application Procedure

Keyword Search Search by College Other Options

Enter a keyword and click “Search Enter a keyword and click “Search”

Program Title College Name OR

Campus where the program is offered Program status: OPEN programs are still accepting applications How long is the program When the program starts

Click “Visit” to link to specific program information on the college website

Create Challenge questions: select from the pull-down list, or create your own. Password ‘rules’ Create an account by selecting a username and password. Write down your username and password. Write down your username and password. (Keep your password in a safe place.)

Click the link to activate your account. An activation is also sent to the on file. You only need to activate your account using one method (screen or ). Click the link to activate your account. An activation is also sent to the on file. You only need to activate your account using one method (screen or ).

Click the link to access the login screen. Login using the username and password created during account sign up. Click the link to access the login screen. Login using the username and password created during account sign up.

February 1 is the earliest date colleges may accept students. Offers of admission will continue to be sent out until programs are full or waitlisted Check your OCAS account and regularly; this is how the colleges will communicate with you.Check your OCAS account and regularly; this is how the colleges will communicate with you.

College Application Fees  $95 for 5 program choices only (no more than 3 program choices at one college) How to Pay Your Application Fees  Pay online using a credit card.  Pay directly from your bank account with online banking.  Mail - by money order or certified cheque. Made out to ontariocolleges.ca and should clearly indicate your application number

Supplementary Application Forms ◘This form provides schools with more information about you - goals, past accomplishments, awards and extra- curricular activities. ◘Important for both admission and scholarship consideration. ◘Failure to submit this form may jeopardize the consideration of your application. ◘Read everything carefully, meet the deadlines and make a professional address.

Comparing Costs COLLEGE $ Application Fee = $95 $ Tuition = $2,500 – 6,400 $ Residence & meal plan = $7,500 – 10,000 $ Books = $1,300 $ Travel, food, phone, other living expenses = cost varies $ Total = $11, ,795 (IF LEAVING HOME) (IF LEAVING HOME)UNIVERSITY $ Application Fee = $140 $ Tuition = $6,400 – 17,000 17,000 $ Residence & meal plan = $9,000-14,000 $ Books = $1,500 – 2,500 $ Travel, food, phone, other living expenses = cost varies $ Total = $17, ,640 (IF LEAVING HOME)

How Am I Going to Pay?  Talk with your family to figure out how you can afford to go to school  RESP – Registered Educational Savings Plan  Entrance Scholarships – grades count!!  Other scholarships requiring an application e.g. community organizations, corporations, government  Bursaries – based on financial need  OSAP – Ontario Student Assistance Program (available in May)  Part-time and summer jobs – Personal savings

eINFO - Scholarship and Tuition Fees Click on Finance Fees & Scholarships to get to the Scholarships page. Here you can research specific University scholarships Click on Finance Fees & Scholarships to get to the Scholarships page. Here you can research specific University scholarships. Click on Tuition and Fees in order to find out the cost of specific university programs

Scholarship, Bursary & Financial Assistance Links 0n the Students Services Webpage

Community Hours ◘If you are planning to graduate at the end of June your community hour forms need to be handed in by June 5, ◘If the volunteer hours are not completed you will not receive a diploma

Important Dates for University  January 14, 2015 – Last day to apply online  February 3, Recommended last date for students to make changes as well as adding new program choices  May 28, 2015 – The latest date applicants can expect a response from an Ontario university.  June 1, 2015 – Earliest date that Ontario universities may require a response to an offer of admission and a financial commitment of any kind.

Important Dates for College  February 1, 2015 – Applications received and paid for on or before this date will be given equal consideration by the colleges  May 1, 2015– Confirm your offer of admission  May 1, 2015 – Confirm your offer of admission  June 15, 2015 – Earliest date colleges can require payment

Transmissions Dates to Application Centres: College (OCAS) AND University (OUAC)  November 5-17, 2014 Current courses and credit history  February 9-11, 2015 Updates to current courses, credit history, and Semester 1 final marks  April 21 & 22, 2015 Updates to current courses, credit history, and semester 2 mid-term marks  July 2 & 3, 2015 Updates to current courses, credit history, and semester final marks  August 19 & 25, 2015 Final marks from summer school and updated credit history

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Final Thoughts  Keep Working - all offers from colleges and universities are conditional. Your Final Marks Matter!!  Create realistic multiple plans (Plan A, B & C)  Use all research tools available to gather information to make informed decisions  Show up for tests, auditions, interviews or portfolio presentations on time  Take the time to VISIT & TOUR all of the schools you are interested in  Start your search NOW!