1. A Parent's Guide to Post-Secondary Planning
Pathway Planning Preparing for the transition from High School to College and University
A Parent's Guide to Post-Secondary Planning

2. Overview of Presentation
Graduation requirements
Destinations
College
University
Financial planning
Important dates
Myblueprint
How can I help my child plan?

3. Graduation Requirements
30 Credits
18 Compulsory
12 Optional
Literacy Test
Test
OLC4O0
Community Involvement
40 Hours

4. Possible Destinations
College
University
Apprenticeship
Workplace

5. Why Go to College? Duration of programs Cost
Practical skills combined with theory
Certificate, diploma & degree programs
Transition Programs
Bridge to college/university programs

6. College Admission www.ontariocolleges.ca www.myblueprint.ca
ENG4C0 – Minimal
Varies with program
Application cost - $95.00
Activation key = thewoods
Private colleges

7. Why Go to University? Duration of program Cost Theoretical focus
Degree & post-degree granting programs

8. University 6 4U/M courses Program specific requirements OUAC site
e.g. Accounting (UTM)
ENG4UO, MCV4U0, MHF4U0 + 3 additional
(Mid 80’s average)
OUAC site
Application
$ for three choices
PIN Numbers
Additional Choice Fee – $50.00 per choice
*Change Fee - $50.00 per change after submission

9. Financial Planning Ontario Student Assistance Planning Scholarships
Scholarships
Specific institution assistance programs

10. myBlueprint.ca
myBlueprint.ca is a website that organizes and assists in the planning of students courses and career goals.
myBlueprint.ca has many tools that can help foster conversations about academic planning and goal setting.
All students must use this website to select their courses.

11. myblueprint.ca Course selection

12. How Can I Assist My Child?
Talk to them/research with them
Visit websites
Meet with a guidance counsellor
Visit University/College fairs
Visit Post-Secondary Pathways fair
Visit post-secondary institutions

13. Now is the time to dispel some rumours and discuss reality!
Rumour vs. Reality
Now is the time to dispel some rumours and discuss reality!

14. Private Schools The Myth vs. The Reality OUAC Uploads
University Admissions
The Pros and Cons of Private School Courses for Grade 12 Credits

15. Eggs in a basket
I know we all want our Plan A School and Program, but sometimes we need a backup plan.

16. Round Peg, Square whole
Students should to ensure they are playing to their strengths and interests when looking at preferred schools and programs.
If Math and Science is not a strong suit for your child, then perhaps he/she should not be looking to become the next world class Engineer or Heart Surgeon.

17. An Early Offer is an EGO Offer

18. Important Due Dates Ontario University Applications www.ouac.on.ca
Jan. 17, 2018
Ontario College Applications
Feb. 1, 2018

19. Questions?