College Workshop Craig Kielburger Secondary School 2014

What Do I Want To Do? The toughest part of applying is figuring out what to apply for?

What Do I Want To Do? Research Colleges and Programs that interest you

ontariocolleges.ca Compare Colleges and Programs – use the comparison grid sheet

ontariocolleges.ca Check out the REQUIRED courses Check out the RECOMMENDED courses – and take them if you can

ontariocolleges.ca Go to Open House days, Campus Tours, or visit on your own

Gather Information Viewbooks Calendars Independent Research Info Sheets

Organize Information Portfolio Binder Folder Envelope …but what you should do NOW is ORGANIZE!

Resources Your biggest resource is ontariocolleges.ca ontariocolleges.ca

Add Up the Cost Tuition, books, equipment, materials Housing - residence or off- campus Food – meal plans or shopping on your own Transportation – car, transit, gas, insurance, parking

Add Up the Cost Tuition Anywhere from $2,000 to $7,000 Residence $8,000 to $10,000 (depending on meal plan) Books & Fees $1,000 to $4,000 Incidentals $1,000 College can cost anywhere from $4,000 (for an inexpensive program while living at home) to $22,000 (for an expensive program while away from home). A good rule – count on $6,000 on average if you live at home/$16,000 on average if you live away from home

Paying For It Summer 1 1 st year College Summer 2 2 nd year College Summer 3 3 rd year College Summer $10/hour = $2840 Part-time Job ($10/hour for 15 hours a week) = $4200 Summer $10/hour = $5680 Part-time Job ($10/hour for 15 hours a week) = $4200 Summer $10/hour = $5680 Part-time Job ($10/hour for 15 hours a week) = $4200 RESP and/or Parent Contribution = $2000 RESP and/or Parent Contribution = $2000 RESP and/or Parent Contribution = $2000 Personal Savings = $2000 For the average $16,000 College Education Total $ from all sources = $34,800Shortfall = $13,200

Paying For It There’s more money to be had! School Based Scholarships, Awards & Bursaries Apply Scholarships Awards Bursaries Apply OSAP Loans - depends on personal/family situation $13,200/3 years = $4,400 per year Bank Loans - works like a line of credit

Where’s the Money? Check college websites studentawards.com scholarshipscanada.com Canada Student Loans – canlearn.ca Canada Student Loans – canlearn.ca Ontario Student Assistance Program – Ontario Student Assistance Program –

Requirements Credit Counselling Summary

Requirements Diploma Requirements

More Requirements  Marks  Required courses  Portfolio  Interview  Audition  References Research programs to find out what you need to gain acceptance;  Remember those recommended courses?

Important If you are taking a course at; Night School Night School Gary Allan Gary Allan On-line with ANOTHER school board On-line with ANOTHER school board YOU MUST TELL MRS. ROBIN

How to Apply ontariocolleges.ca

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ontariocolleges.ca Make sure you create your own user name & password WRITE IT DOWN PUT IT IN A SAFE PLACE

When to Apply ontariocolleges.ca Apply by December 31, 2014 The Deadline is February 1, 2015 This is for equal consideration for Fall Progams that are HIGHLY COMPETITIVE Have your research done before you sign in – the site will time you out, and you may not be able to get back on for a long time.

More Important Dates ontariocolleges.ca Check the website of the handbook for the TIMELINES February 1, 2015 is the earliest release of offers by the colleges. February 1, 2015 is the earliest release of offers by the colleges. February 1, 2015 is also the earliest that you can confirm an offer of acceptance. February 1, 2015 is also the earliest that you can confirm an offer of acceptance. May 1, 2015 is the deadline to confirm acceptance, but offers will be made after that date. May 1, 2015 is the deadline to confirm acceptance, but offers will be made after that date.

After You’ve Applied ontariocolleges.ca Colleges will communicate with you DIRECTLY – either by mail or Read all communication carefully – make note of deadlines, and all those extra requirements. Regularly check your account on ontariocolleges.ca

Websites ontariocolleges.ca Ontario Student Assistance Program – Canada Student Loans - canlearn.ca canlearn.ca studentawards.com scholarshipscanada.com