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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Explore these frequently asked questions and answers to many questions submitted by prospective students as well as parents and guardians of prospective students. Topics cover admissions requirements, application process, tuition fees, OSAP, available student services and much more!

FAQ - About These FAQs
  • This FAQ has been created by the staff of the Niagara College Students Services Division in order to assist our web site visitors in finding quick answers to many of our most commonly asked questions about Niagara College.
  • This FAQ has been developed into separate sub-topics for ease of navigation. To expand a section, click the plus symbol beside a FAQ topic title below.
  • If you wish to obtain more information about Niagara College, or if you have a question that is not listed as part our online FAQ, please contact the Niagara College InfoCentre at infocentre@niagaracollege.ca.


FAQ - Admissions and Application Process
  1. What programs does the college offer and when are they available?
  2. What are the admission requirements?
  3. How do I apply and is there an application fee?
  4. How do I apply to Apprenticeship Training Programs?
  5. Is there an application deadline?
  6. How will I know if the college has received my application?
  7. Must I be an Ontario resident?
  8. Are accommodations provided in the admissions process for Students with Disabilities?
  9. Do I need to provide my transcript(s)?
  10. Does the college consider transcripts from outside of Ontario?
  11. Does the college consider alternatives to an Ontario Secondary School Diploma?
  12. Can I apply as a Mature Student?
  13. Does the college offer a way for me to obtain required courses for admission?
  14. What if my native language is not English?
  15. When will I know if I have been admitted?
  16. My program is competitive. What does that mean?
  17. How do I confirm my Offer of Acceptance?
  18. What happens if I have been put on a Waiting List?
  19. What if I have been denied admission?
  20. Can I be re-admitted to a program?
  21. How much is tuition?
  22. When is my payment due? How can I pay my tuition?
  23. What must I do if my tuition will be paid by a sponsor?
  24. How do I apply for OSAP?
  25. When is the OSAP application available?
  26. When and where can I buy my textbooks and supplies?
  27. When and how can I get my student card?
  28. How do I find out about residence and/or off-campus housing?
  29. Is on-campus parking available?
  30. Is there access to public transportation?
  31. Is a meal plan available?
  32. When will my timetable be available?
  33. What if my program has a health requirement?
  34. When will I find out about orientation and other start up activities?
  35. How do I find out about credit transfer (exemption) opportunities?
  36. What is Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition?


FAQ - Information for Parents and Guardians of Prospective Students

This FAQ document was last updated on Monday, September 22, 2008 at 03:11:10 PM.

For more information, please contact the Niagara College InfoCentre at 905-735-2211, Ext. 7559. We look forward to assisting you!

Niagara College is one of 24 Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology established under the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities Act. It is subject to the regulations set by the Government of Ontario.
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