POST-SECONDARY INFORMATION
FOR
GRADE 11 STUDENTS
SOURCES OF INFORMATION
ΠGuidance Counsellors
‘ College/University Information Nights - see the calendar link for dates
Other Sources of Information ( Print Material )
1. Admission Booklets for Year 1 Students - contains general information on admission requirements, programs offered, residence, athletics, special events, campus visits and names of people to contact for further information.
2. University/College Calendar - this book contains detailed information on academic programs, courses and regulations.
3. The Spectrum Series - Western Spectrum, Ontario Spectrum, Quebec Spectrum, Atlantic spectrum list all university/college programs in each geographic area and the requirements for admission. Up-dated annually.
4. Directory of Canadian Universities and Colleges - available from the Association of Universities and Colleges, 151 Slater Street, Ottawa K1P 5N1.
5. Program specific pamphlets: available in Guidance.
More Resources (Human)
1. University/College Secondary School Liaison Departments - answers questions, arranges campus visits, new student programs, and other special events.
2. Admissions Offices - will answer specific inquiries concerning admission, the status of your application and mail out admission decisions.
3. Departments of Residence or Housing - handles inquiries concerning residence, residence applications and acceptances. Will have listings and cost of off-campus housing.
4. Athletic Departments - if athletics is an important part of your life, this department can answer your questions about athletic facilities, programs, and availability of intercollegiate and intramural sports.
5. Financial Aid Offices - will have information & applications for scholarships, bursaries, and government student loan or grant programs. (OSAP) Ontario Student Assistance Program
What about Scholarships & Bursaries?
Universities include awards information in the Calendar or provide a separate brochure. It is important to read this well in advance as special applications may be required and the deadlines for applying may be different than for the university application.
We suggest you sign up for http://studentawards.com/. Once your create a profile, this site will send you information each time it finds an award for which you may be eligible. It is Canadian and Free!
University: What is it?
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What is a University?
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A post-secondary educational institution which grants degrees for completion for a variety of programs. University study requires skills such as reading complex material, analysing data critically, researching and writing reports and essays, independent study, managing time effectively to handle a demanding work load and developing effective oral as well as written communication skills.
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Admissions:
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Ontario requires students to have a minimum combination of 6 Grade 12 U or M courses with an average that varies depending on the University and program.
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More information on other provinces is available in the Guidance office.
What kind of Education does it provide?
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A. Undergraduate Studies
Programs leading to the first university degree, for example, B.A. (Bachelor of Arts), B.Com. (Bachelor of Commerce), B.Eng. (Bachelor of Engineering), B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science), are usually 3 or 4 years long. Some, such as architecture may be 5 years, as well as Co-operative Education programs which include salaried work terms along with academic terms.
∙3 years (General degree)
∙4 years Honours or specialized degree
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Examples of Areas of Study
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Area
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Degree(s)
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Examples of Disciplines
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1. Arts
Humanities
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B.A.
B.F.A.
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History, Languages, Philosophy, Drama
Drama
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Social Sciences
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B.A.
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Sociology, Psychology, Political Science,
Economics
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Inter-disciplinary
Studies(combine courses from several university disciplines to study a particular theme)
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B.A.
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Canadian Studies, International Studies, Communication Studies
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2. Sciences
Life Sciences
Physical Sciences
Earth Sciences
Math
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B.Sc.
B.Sc.
B.Sc.
B.Sc.
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Biology, Botany, Nutrition, Physiology
Astronomy, Physics, Chemistry
Geology, Hydrology
Statistics, Computer Science
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2-4 years depending on the academic background and the research required. |
Examples of programs which provide preparation for professional careers.
Forestry Landscape Architecture
Engineering Nursing
Pharmacy Veterinary Medicine
Urban Planning Optometry
Social Work Journalism
See the Fact Sheet on University: The Professional Faculties for more details.
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B. Graduate Degrees
∙ graduate programs 1-4 years after the first degree
These are degrees taken after completion of some or all of a first degree.
Examples:
Law (LL.B) Medicine (M.D.)
Dentistry (D.D.S.) Library Science (M.L.S.)
Education (B.Ed.) Master of Arts (M.A.)
Doctorate (Ph.D.) Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Social Work (M.S.W.)
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What is the Cost?
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Check calendars and/or admission brochures for current tuition and activity fees and residence costs. These are changed annually.
Estimates of 2008-2009 costs are a guideline:
Tuition & Activity Fees ∙ $4000-4200
Books & Supplies ∙ $850-1000(+)
Residence & Food ∙ $5500-7300
Transportation ∙ $450
Personal Cost ∙ ???
Approximate Total Costs for 1 Year $14000-16000
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COLLEGE: WHAT IS IT?
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What is a college?
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There are 25 community colleges in Ontario. Colleges offer a variety of full and part-time career-oriented programs for secondary school graduates.
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Students who wish to develop the skills necessary to prepare for careers in business, applied arts, technology and health sciences are suited to college studies. College education is very much hands on and generally less theory oriented than university.
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What are the admission requirements?
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- OSSD - Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent OR
- Mature students standing: 19 years on or before the date of enrolment in the intended program of study.
- Beyond this basic requirement, colleges may identify additional entrance requirements for each program on a program specific basis.
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How many years are required?
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Most college programs fall into one of the following three categories:
- diploma programs - may be either 2 years in length with 4 or more semesters, or three years with 6 or more semesters.
- certificate programs - one year or less.
- applied programs - 3 to 4 years
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Degree Completion Options
Applied Degree programs
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Most colleges have developed degree completion agreement with various universities. Students may make use of these agreements in order to transfer accumulated college credits toward completion of a related university degree. Some colleges now have applied degree programs.
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What is the cost?
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Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology (2 semesters) $2500 - 4000 (not including materials and books) and this usually changes each year. Check the current calendar for the fee at the college you are interested in. Incidental fees are added, $300-400 for the student activity fee and about $250-400 for a co-operative education fee where applicable. Books and supplies vary depending on the program from approximately $500 to over $1000 for art-related programs requiring a lot of supplies.
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What is the Cost?
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Check calendars and/or admission brochures for current tuition and activity fees and residence costs. These change annually.
Estimates of 2008-2009 costs are only a guideline:
Tuition & Activity Fees ∙ $2800 + 500
Books & Supplies ∙ $850-1000(+)
Residence & Food ∙ $5500-6500
Transportation ∙ $450
Personal Cost ∙ ???
Approximate Total Costs for 1 Year $9000-$12000
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OTHER POST SECONDARY OPPORTUNITIES
ACCOUNTING
AGRICULTURAL COLLEGES
Ridgetown College of Agricultural Technology http://www.ridgetownc.uoguelph.ca/
APPRENTICESHIP
Apprenticeship is the world's oldest formal system of learning. It is a training process in which you earn as you learn.
Depending on the skill trade you choose, the length of your training will usually vary between two and five years.
Your employer will pay you a percentage of the current journey person's wage.
Basically, about 90% of your apprenticeships program will consist of on-the-job training.
The remainder is usually spent at a college which provides you with the theory and additional instruction to complete your training.
There are well over 200 skilled trades that are fully recognized in Ontario.
ARMED FORCES CAREERS
Trades Training - 65 trades - eg: Marine Engine Technician, Administrative Clerk, Supply Technician, Radio Operator etc.
Officer Candidate Training Plan
R.O.T.P.- Regular Officer Training Program
R.M.C.-Royal Military College
Most banks have a variety of training programs available. e.g. Teller, Branch Administration and Consumer Lending
Officer Training Programs. See Spectrum and a counsellor for more information.
CANADIAN COAST GUARD
The college trains officer cadets to serve as navigation and marine engineering officers in the Canadian Coast Guard fleet. http://www.ccg-gcc.gc.ca/eng/CCG/Home
CHIROPRACTIC - CANADIAN MEMORIAL CHIROPRACTIC COLLEGE.
Program requires 2 years of university standing with credits in Biology, Psychology, Chemistry and Physics.
POLICE TRAINING - REGIONAL, PROVINCIAL, FEDERAL
Any student wishing to apply to any of the listed forces should see a counsellor for direction.
Emmanuel Bible College http://www.ebcollege.on.ca/
Theological Seminaries
REGISTERED PRIVATE VOCATIONAL SCHOOLS
Enrolment in a registered private vocational school must be done by means of a contract. A complete listing of schools and programs are available in Private Schools directory. e.g. Devry, Heritage, Herzing, Radio College of Canada, etc.
THEATRE / BALLET - THE NATIONAL SCHOOLS
Areas of specialization - Acting Course, Technical Production, Design and Production, Ballet
- all students must have completed secondary school at the time of admission. Audition and interview required.
OUT-OF-PROVINCE UNIVERSITIES & COLLEGES
Information available in: Spectrum - Western, Atlantic and Quebec
For Grads only - A University Admissions Guide
Calendars and Brochures
Information about Concordia, Bishop's and McGill (Quebec Universities) is available first hand from University representatives. QUIP is held annually at Ridley College.
AMERICAN SCHOOLS
Information available in:
Handbook of American Colleges and Universities
Note: PSAT, SAT, ACT tests are important aspects of American Universities admission.
IF IN DOUBT - FIND OUT!
SEE A COUNSELLOR TODAY!
YOUR GRADE 11 COUNSELLOR IS MS. MULLANE.
