College and University Information   2007-2008

Christian Colleges and University Applications:

Although there is no specific deadline or date by which the application must be sent, it is a good idea to apply before Dec. 15, 2007.  Many Christian Colleges waive the application fee if applications are received before mid to late December.  Most Christian Colleges will accept applications as late as the summer of 2008.  However, the earlier you apply the better the likelihood of being offered admission, of obtaining the residence you desire, and of receiving the best financial package.  Just by starting the application process, you can waive the application fee.

Remember that most Christian Colleges, Bible Colleges and Universities require supplemental materials like references, pastoral recommendations, and personal essays. 

Ontario University Applications:

From September-November:  do RESEARCH and more RESEARCH!  Pick up your copy of INFO; consult with your Guidance Counselor; visit a local University Information Program Fair. Go to Campus Visits at any University you are interested in.

INFO Guide:  This publication is a "must read" for all students applying to an Ontario University. It lists cut-off averages, application procedures, admission requirement changes, and much more.  Copies are available on-line at the Ontario University Application Centre (OUAC) or through the Guidance office. Applications are all done through the OUAC. 

Late November/December:  I will schedule computer time to walk you through the actual process of applying to University.  Passwords will be distributed to you sometime in late November.  At this time you are able to apply.  The fee is $105 to apply to three universities.  Additional choices are possible for $35 each.

January 9, 2008:  DEADLINE to submit completed applications to the OUAC (Though applications will be accepted after this date, students may be too late for certain programs. 

Mid-March - Exceptional applicants may receive conditional offers of admission from Ontario universities as early as mid-March, 2008 based on a combination of final and mid-term grades for Grades 11 and 12 courses to date.

April 1 - 30, 2008 - Common deadline for portfolios and profiles; check INFO for specific universities.

April - most University Offers of Admission begin arriving.  If students do not meet the admission criteria for a program, they may still be eligible during a later round of offers (usually sent during May)

May 26, 2008 -The latest date by which all secondary school applicants shall expect a response from an Ontario university.  (This can be a firm offer, a conditional offer, or a refusal.)

May 28 - The earliest date a school may require a response to an offer of admission.
June 12, 2008 - The earliest date universities may require a financial commitment of any kind.

Ontario Community College Applications:

September-November:  RESEARCH!  RESEARCH! RESEARCH!   Pick up your copy of the Ontario College Guide, consult with your Guidance Counselor; visit a local College Information Program Fair, sign up for presentations at school, and visit any college you are interested in.

 The Ontario college Guide is a "must read" for all students applying to an Ontario college.  Similar programs offered by colleges, admission requirements for highly competitive programs, program codes, application procedures, and much more are included in this informative Ontario college publication.

Applications are done through a central organization, the Ontario College Application Centre.  We will send them your personal information and grades.  Your job is to research options and apply.  The cost is $85.00, which allows application to up to five different programs.  The choices may be at different colleges or they may be different programs at the same college (though no more than three may be at the same college).

December/ January:  I will schedule computer time to walk you through the actual process of applying to College. 

Feb. 1, 2008 - Deadline for applications. Any application received before this date will receive equal consideration. Applications received after this date will still be considered, but you may be too late for popular programs.  Many students will receive offers on this date!

Mar. 31, 2008 - Offers for highly competitive programs should be arriving.

May 1, 2008 - Offers of Admission must be accepted by this date!

June 15, 2008- Earliest date that the colleges may expect payment of tuition fees.

*It is important to narrow down your choices before the Application deadlines.  A final decision need not be made until April, after offers have been received.