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Grade 12 College Presentation Monday September 19th, 2016 Requirements for Admission MINIMUM: Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) l Maplewood Transcript and Summary - 30 credits by the end of June. Also compulsory credits required .

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Grade 12

College Presentation

Monday September 19th, 2016

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Requirements for Admission

MINIMUM: Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)

Maplewood Transcript and Summary - 30 credits by the end of June.

Also compulsory credits required.

40 hours of Community Service

PLUS: Some programs will require specific courses (e.g. Behavioural Science Technology Program at SLC requires: Grade 12 English C or U level Grade 11 Math C, U or M level (Grade 12 Math C, U or M level recommended) One of Grade 11 or Grade 12 Chemistry, Biology, Physics or Science C, U or M level

Check the specific website for prerequisites

Note: **Specific prerequisites may change and vary from one College to another and from year to year – Check College Website for most up-to-date information.

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Checking Maplewood Transcript

(go to Transcript and click COURSES)

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Checking Transcript Summary

(go to Transcript and click SUMMARY)

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Checking Community Hours

(go to Transcript and click COMMUNITY)

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Other Important Information

l Repeated courses do not count as two credits l Most Colleges do NOT give extra credit for taking

courses at the “U” level

l College diplomas often receive credit for University

transfer. Be sure to contact the college and

university directly. Do NOT make assumptions about transfers.

l If you have an IEP, you must self-identify. It does

not automatically transfer to College.

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Application Process

l All applications will be done on-line l Students access the application at

www.ontariocolleges.ca

l The fee is $95 for up to 5 choices (3 at any one

College) – paid by Credit Card

l Applications MUST be completed by Christmas break

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Highly Competitive Programs

These are programs that have more applicants than spots available. It is important to apply EARLY!

Depending on the program, colleges may require specific secondary school subjects as prerequisites, and they may set minimum grade cut-offs in these

subjects. Some programs may also require a

portfolio, essay, or other supporting

documentation. Pay attention to DEADLINES!

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Some Examples of Highly Competitive Programs

Practical Nursing Paramedic Veterinary Technology Bachelor of Science – Nursing Behavioural Science Technology Dental Hygiene Pre-Service Fire Fighter Education & Training

***Highly competitive programs vary from

ne College to another. Check the College’s

website.

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Type of Programs Available in Colleges

Regular diploma – 2 year program

An advanced diploma – 3 year program

Certificate programs – 1year program

Four-year college degree programs offer the best of both worlds: a solid foundation of theoretical knowledge and the practical skills to apply this knowledge in the real world.

Graduate certificates – needs a diploma or degree

Collaborative programs – both college and university

Apprenticeship programs

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Important Dates

l October 2016: Online Application Opens l November 2016: Colleges Begin Receiving Applications l February 1, 2017: Equal Consideration Date l February 1, 2017: Earliest Offer Date l May 2017: Deadline to Confirm Offers of Admission l June 2017: Earliest Tuition Due Date

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College Visits

l See “Important Dates” for College Visits l Students are responsible for any class

worked missed

l College Information Program – (CIP) St.

Lawrence College, Kingston Friday October 7th 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

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Our Advice

l Research, Research, Research l Visit the school websites l Have discussions l Pay attention to DEADLINES l Visit the campuses l Call and/or email the College l Talk to Guidance Counsellors

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Helpful Websites www.ontariocolleges.ca www.myblueprint.ca www.careercruising.com

Username: regiop Password: notredame

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SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES

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Definitions

l Scholarships – based on Academic Merit &

Extra-Curricular involvement. Does not need to be paid back

l Bursaries – based on financial need. Does

not need to be paid back

l Loans – Need to be paid back. E.g. OSAP

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