Post Secondary Education Presentation – Sept. 21, 2017 Donald A. Wilson S.S. Post Secondary Education Presentation – Sept. 21, 2017

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Guidance News Ontario University Fair – September 22-24 DAWSS Durham College Visit – September 22 DAWSS Western Colleges Fair– September 28 DAWSS Atlantic Universities Fair– October 4 DAWSS University Fair – October 16 Ontario College Information Fair – October 24-25 Student Life Expo – October 28-29 DAWSS Eastern Colleges Fair – November 10

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Things to do….. Research post-secondary requirements using the following websites: Tradeability Ontario Colleges Transfer Programs Ontario Universities View school and program information online Visit schools of interest and schedule a tour

Post Secondary Options Workplace Gap Year Apprenticeship College Programs for Workplace Graduates G.A.S. Program University

Apprenticeships Earn while you learn There are over 140 skilled trades in Ontario Details: Students must find an employer to hire and train them Training agreement signed - prepared by an Apprenticeship Branch consultant (MTCU) 90% is practical on-the-job;10% is theoretical in-class Some trades have exam requirements once training is complete Red Seal Trades provide opportunities to work in other provinces or territories

Apprenticeships How To… Fine tune your resume/profile Work on your employability skills Math/Science/Tech courses Co-operative Education Dual Credit programs

College Admission Requirements OSSD To apply students must have at least 4 senior courses at the C, U or M level, plus English at the C or U level Some programs have specific course requirements Additional criteria (grades, tests, interview, portfolio, audition, community service, essay, statement of intent) Highly competitive/oversubscribed programs Apply early

Colleges in Ontario 28 in total 6 in our area Over 900 career choices Hundreds of diploma, certificate and degree programs available Many campuses – go for campus tours

Financial Information Tuition - $2700 - $8000 Books/Supplies - $1200 - $2000 Residence - $5000 - $7000 Meal Plan $500 - $4000 Co-op programs Entrance Scholarships, Academic Scholarships, Grants, Bursaries OSAP

Admission Details College application cycle opens in early October and a workshop will be provided $95 fee – 5 program choices (no more than 3 at any one college) College Application Deadline – February 1, 2018 Grades are sent electronically in various stages AUTOMATICALLY Admission decisions are made as early as February 1, 2018 and sent throughout the semester You can make changes or check the status of your application online anytime The most common deadline for confirming offers of admission is May 1, 2018 – but it may not be the only date

University Admission Requirements OSSD English 4U plus 5 4U/M courses Program specific course requirements/prerequisites Grade range averages based on 2017 applicant pool Additional non-course requirements (personal statement of interest, applicant background summary, letters of reference, essay, audition)—with deadlines Investigate all options at

Universities in Ontario 6 in our area 90 different undergraduate degrees Many campuses – go for campus tours

Financial Information Tuition $6000 - $12000 Books/Supplies $1000 - $2000 Residence - $5300 - $11500 Meal Plan - $2000 - $4500 Co-op programs Entrance Scholarships, Academic Scholarships, Grants, Bursaries OSAP

Admission Details PIN workshops will be provided in November $150 fee – 3 university/program choices; $50 for each additional choice; *NEW* $50 to change choice of university University Application Deadline – January 17, 2018 Grades are sent electronically in various stages AUTOMATICALLY Admission decisions are made as early as February 3, 2018 and sent throughout the semester Check to see if alternate offers for admission are made Latest date students can expect a response from an Ontario university May 28, 2018 Earliest date students may be required to confirm acceptance online and provide a financial commitment June 1, 2018

All Offers of Admission Keep a record of your OCAS or OUAC application number Keep your username and password in a safe and memorable place Offers are sent to the applicant by mail or online Read all correspondence carefully and follow all instructions Check often All offers of admission are CONDITIONAL

Getting Started www.ocas.ca www.ouac.on.ca/101/

How to pay for post-secondary Savings Loans/Student Line of Credit Grants and Bursaries – based on financial need, on-going OSAP – www.osap.gov.on.ca Employment Athletics PLAN AHEAD

Scholarships Unclaimed Trust Fund Automatic vs. Application Amount awarded can change based on final marks Athletics, Academics, Activities Apply early Wilson Scholarship application Other sources – check with your employer www.scholarshipscanada.com

IEPs and Post Secondary Support Parents and students must advocate for continued support from colleges and universities Recent copies of IEPs, report cards, psychological testing (usually within last two years)… Each school provides different levels of support Student must be a self advocate Special Education Department - DAWSS

Commencement November , 2018 Caps and Gowns School Cash Online

Useful Websites www.wilsonss.ca www.ontariocolleges.ca www.electronicinfo.ca www.osap.gov.on.ca www.scholarshipscanada.com