1. Post-Secondary Planning
November 2015

2. Post-Secondary Pathways

3. Support to Find Post-Secondary Pathways
Never believe that a post-secondary education is not an option for you!!
There are multiple post-secondary options available for students who do not have an OSSD (or who do not have marks/courses in order to apply to college and/or university). Most of these options are called access or outreach programs that offer Academic Completion and/or Transition Programs.
Eligibility criteria differ for each program (ie. 19 years or older, OSSD, etc). Many of the programs are FREE or offer financial aid support.
“as long as you have the aptitude, desire, and walk through the door … they will help you succeed”
Secondary School
Apprenticeship
College
Gap Year
University
Work

4. Individual Pathways Plan (IPP)
Students are expected to complete their IPP using
For grade 12:
Goal setting (2 goals)
Resume & cover letter (2 achievements)
High School Planner (graduation requirements met?)
Post-Secondary Planner (rank 3 favourites)
Financial Planner (budget with 10 income & expenses)
Reflections (complete 2)
Answer the five ‘exit survey’ questions
Complete your IPP before your application appointment!

5. Apprenticeship earnwhileyoulearn.ca
A youth-focused website by the Ontario College of Trades on apprenticeship that includes information on Ontario’s 156 skilled trades (including employment/wage info), how to become an apprentice, etc.

6. Apprenticeship Starting in secondary school:
through co-operative education (OYAP)
Pre-apprenticeship programs at colleges:
program to help individuals interested in apprenticeship explore a trade and develop skills and job readiness to find work as an apprentice
academic upgrading may also be included
free program
After secondary school:
through the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities
direct entry with an employer:

7. Applying to College or University
September assembly: distribute info on researching post-secondary choices
November assembly: distribute info on preparing university and/or college applications
November/December: completing university and/or college applications
December – June: visiting post-secondary campuses, completing supplementary requirements, completing scholarship applications, completing OSAP applications, meeting all deadlines, ETC.
May/June: accept college or university offers / finalize post-secondary plan

8. Applying On-line to Ontario’s Universities and Colleges
Ontario Universities’ Application Centre
OUAC
Applying On-line to Ontario’s
Universities and Colleges

9. Applying to an Ontario University
Requirements: ENG4U + five grade 12 U/M courses
program specific averages may or may not include prerequisite courses (top six 4U/4M courses)
co-op marks are not included in average
check university policy on repeated/upgraded courses
research English proficiency policy (new Canadians)
offers of admission based on semester one final and semester two mid-term marks
program may require supplementary application (essay, portfolio, audition, etc.)

10. Applying to an Ontario University
Complete and hand in Release Form (yellow sheet)
Attend the Ontario University Fair
Attend ongoing lunchtime visits at ECI
Research university websites and/or visit campuses
Complete Ontario University Application Centre Working Copy (blue sheet)

11. Applying to an Ontario University
Applications appointments to apply to Ontario Universities have been scheduled for you during November and December
Appointment slips will be distributed today for students that submitted a yellow release form (all other students are asked to book an appointment)
Come to your appointment with a completed OUAC working copy (blue sheet) to start and/or submit your on-line application
You do not have to submit (pay for) your application that day

12.
Electronic info

13. Important Dates University
January 13, 2016
Deadline for on-line applications to OUAC
February 5, 2016
Recommended last date to submit all information to OUAC, including program changes (they will accept changes any time)
May 27, 2016
Latest date by which all secondary school applicants shall expect a response from an Ontario university (an offer of admission, a refusal, or a deferral pending receipt of specific additional information)
June 1, 2016
Earliest date by which Ontario universities may require a may require a response to an offer of admission and $$$$
EARLY OFFERS???

14. Apply Here

15. Browse Programs

16. Applying to an Ontario College
Requirements:
ENG4C or 4U + grade 11/12 U/M/C courses
program specific courses will be stated (ie. degree programs will require ENG4U + 5 grade 12 U/M courses
Some programs will also require entrance testing and/or interview, etc.
research English proficiency policy (new Canadians)
offers of admission based on semester one final and semester two mid-term marks
for Highly Competitive Programs colleges will use grade 11 FINAL marks if you have not completed a required grade 12 course in first semester

17. Applying to an Ontario College
Complete and hand in Release Form (yellow sheet)
Attend the Ontario College Information Fair
Attend ongoing lunchtime visits at ECI
Research college websites and/or visit campuses
Check out the ‘mobile app’ for ontariocolleges.ca
Complete Ontario College Application Services Working Copy (lime green sheet)

18. Applying to an Ontario College
When you are ready to apply book an application appointment with your guidance counsellor during December and January (the application website is open now)
Come to your appointment prepared to complete your on-line application!
You do not have to submit (pay for) your application that day

20. Important Dates College
February 1, 2016 for fall 2016 programs
equal consideration date
earliest admission offer date
earliest date that applicants may confirm an offer of admission
May 1, 2016
offer confirmation deadline
June 15, 2016
earliest date that colleges can require payment of tuition fees
can continue to apply if space is available in program after February 1

21. How Much? $$$$$ Ontario College Application
$95 for 5 choices
Ontario University Application
$150 for 3 choices
$ 50 for each additional choice
Not More Than 3 Programs
Per Institution
Check with each institution

22. Payment Options OUAC Payment options:
VISA / MasterCard / American Express (on-line only)
On-line banking
NO cash/cheque/money orders accepted
OCAS Payment options:
VISA / MasterCard / American Express / Visa debit (on-line or by phone)
On-line banking or telephone banking
Certified cheque or money orders accepted
NO cash

23. Transfer Options
ONTransfer.ca is a service provided by the Ontario Council on Articulation and Transfer (ONCAT) to connect current and prospective students to transfer opportunities.
College to University:
Often the completion of a two-year diploma, with marks over 70%, will allow you to transfer into the second year of a comparable university program.
University to College:
Many students with either a degree or some university experience will apply for a diploma or graduate certificate to enhance their credentials.

24. Students with an IEP/IPRC
Universities or Colleges are not aware if you have an IEP/IPRC and received accommodations during secondary school.
If you would like to continue to access the supports you have received once you move to post-secondary studies, you must ‘self-identify’ with the appropriate people at the college or university you plan to study at. Your special education teacher or guidance counsellor can help you find that information. This should be done once you accept an offer – don’t wait until school starts in September.
There are also financial supports available for students with special academic needs. Information is available at:

25. Average Cost to Attend an Ontario University
Tuition $ 6,000 – 10,000
Books & Supplies ,500
Residence & Meal Plan 12,000
Other Fees ,000
Transportation ,000
TOTAL $ 23,500 – 27,500 per year

26. Average Cost to Attend an Ontario College
Tuition $ 2,500(diploma) - $ 6, 100(degree)
Books ,300
Living Expenses 5,000
Other Fees
Transportation 1,200
TOTAL $ 10,800(diploma) - $ 14,400(degree)

27. Paying For Post-Secondary Education
Parents / Savings / RESP
Scholarships
Awards
Bursaries
OSAP
Summer/part-time employment

28. Paying For Post-Secondary Education
OSAP (Ontario Student Assistance Program)
apply on-line at osap.gov.on.ca
application opens in May
must disclose income tax information for you and your parents
interest free until 6 months after graduation when repayment starts

29. Scholarships
Information available in Student Services & posted through ‘Remind’ & Twitter
Useful websites:
yconic.com

30. Advice Research, research, research
Read s, instructions, forms, ETC.
Create an ‘appropriate’ that you will check on a regular basis
Meet deadlines!!
Don’t listen to rumours …
Enjoy the process – planning for your future

31. Communication
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