Post-Secondary News
University/College Applications
Applicants should notice that the application centre deadlines (for equal consideration for admission to programs) are approaching. University applications are due to the centre by Wednesday, January 11th and college applications by Wednesday, February 1st . Students are asked to ensure that all data on the application is accurate (including address and transcript information). Please contact Student Services with any concerns.
Post Secondary Information Sessions
In the upcoming months, Student Services will be hosting many presentations to provide students with the information they need to make post secondary decisions. A list of some of the general presentations with their date and time is below. Unless otherwise mentioned, all presentations will be held in the lecture theatre. Students will need to sign up for all presentations in Student Services that do not take place over the lunch hour.
Individual universities and college will also make a number of presentations starting on September 13th in the lecture theatre. Click here for a list of the schools presenting along with the date and the time of the presentation as well as other important deadlines.
Open Houses
Universities and colleges regularly advertise open houses and fall campus days on their websites. Individual tours are also available. Once you apply to a college or university you will receive invitations to attend campus tours. Some institutions have sent posters to the school to advertise. Please check the bulletin board outside Student Services for open house information.
Financial Aid
Students who are interested in OSAP (Ontario Student Assistance Program) may access the site at ontario.ca/osap. A representative will make a presentation in May of 2012. Students can access OSAP once they have accepted an offer of admission in 2012. Students are encouraged to use the “Aid Estimator” to help estimate how much financial aid they can qualify for, the approximate cost of their college or university program, and a repayment calculator for estimation monthly OSAP loan repayments after graduation.
Scholarship Information
Scholarships are available through specific institutions and also through community organizations. Some have specific criteria that students must provide in order to be eligible. There is a list of scholarships in the Financing Your Education link on this website.
Students interested in applying to any of these or other scholarships should see Mrs. Hill for more information
Parent-Student Maplewood Portal Access
Students are able to access the Parent-Student Maplewood Portal Access on the Holy Cross Website at hctoday.ca. If students require their passwords, please contact Student Services. Students are able to view their credit history, timetable, personal information, etc. In order for parents to access their child’s information, they must access their son/daughter’s password.
Applying to Out of Province Universities
Students interested in applying to universities outside of Ontario need to access the admissions information on the university’s website. Each university has their own deadlines and requirements for additional information, and the student needs to be diligent in meeting those requirements. In many cases, the student must send the university an official school transcript which can be accessed in Student Services. The Ontario Universities Application Center (OUAC) will provide academic data to Bishop’s University, the University of British Columbia, Concordia University, Dalhousie University, McGill University, University of Calgary, Simon Fraser University, and the University of Victoria. Students must have applied through the OUAC. The applicant must sign the release authorization and record their OUAC Reference Number on the out-of-province university application form.
Volunteer Hours
The completion of 40 hours of community involvement is required as a key component of the diploma requirements. The community involvement hours are to be completed and submitted to Student Services no later than February 1. Students who do not complete these hours will not meet the Ministry of Education requirement for graduation.
Other Institutions
Ontario Institute of Audio Recording Technology
Since 1983, OIART has been preparing students for rewarding careers in Music Production, Live Sound, Audio for Film and Television, and many other audio related fields. Audio technology is an ideal career path for students passionate about music, computers, electronics, audio and video, communications, internet, theater and live performance, radio and television broadcast or video games. Go to www.oiart.org for more information
Canadian Institute of Dental Hygiene
The CIDH, Canada’s first private accredited dental hygiene program, is now accepting applications for its program that will begin in March, 2012. It is located in Hamilton, Ontario, and the program is offered over 3 semesters. Applicants must have completed English, Biology and Chemistry or Physics at the college or university level, as well as write a pre-admissions test. There are a variety of dates. Visit the website at www.cidh.on.ca
Max the Mutt Animation School
Max the Mutt Animation School is a registered career college with approved diploma programs, and is recognized and respected by the animation and gaming industries for the excellence of its curriculum. Visit their website for more information: http://www.maxthemutt.com
Metal Works - Institute of Sound and Music Production
Metalworks Institute of Sound and Music Production is an independent institution providing education in the areas of audio recording, live production and the business of entertainment.
Personal Statement of Experience
The Personal Statement of Experience (PSE) is a mandatory part of the Queen’s admission process. The PSE allows students the opportunity to provide information regarding academic distinctions, extra-curricular activities, work and volunteer experiences. Other universities require a personal information form. Students are required to submit this supplemental information by the due date the university has indicated. The PSE is completed and submitted online. Go to www.queensu.ca/admission/apply/firstyear/requirements/documents/pse.html
Another useful link is the Queen's Trent Concurrent Education Program PSE form.