How to Apply

Research what’s right for you

1. Use our Career Tools to help select a program that would best suit you.
   Career Tools
2. Choose a Program
   Once you have a direction in mind, it’s time to dive into our program pages.
   Full-time Programs
3. Pathways – If you have already completed a post-secondary credential, we offer opportunities for you to create a pathway to your next credential in a reduced timeframe.
   Check out our Pathways

Make sure it’s open!

1. Ready to Apply?
   We continue to accept applications for open and waitlisted programs until the start of classes so make sure there are spaces available. For the most up-to-date information on programs with spaces available, visit the Algonquin College page at ontariocolleges.ca or browse our full-time program list and review if the program is waitlisted or closed. 
2. Not sure?
   Contact our Admissions team to ask for help.
   Email yourfuture@algonquincollege.com or call 613-735-4700 x2798 and leave a message.

Do you meet all the requirements?

1. Many programs have a variety of requirements that must be met in order to be accepted. Find out if you make the cut before you apply! All the Program Requirements are listed on the program page under Application/Admissions Information.
2. Not sure you meet all the requirements? We can help with that.
   Academic Upgrading
3. Check out Algonquin!
   There is a lot that makes us unique. Come see for yourself.
   Experience the Pembroke Waterfront Campus.

From Canada?

Visit ontariocolleges.ca and create a profile. You can apply to as many as three programs from Algonquin, so make sure you know what programs you’d like. Watch this ontariocolleges.ca application tutorial video.

Need more info and some help with the application process?
Email yourfuture@algonquincollege.com or call 613-735-4700 x2798 and leave a message. 

International Applicants

Apply directly to Algonquin through the Algonquin College International Application Portal.
Find out how to apply.

Apprenticeships

1. Apply for an Apprenticeship
2. Find a business or union that has an apprenticeship space available.
3. Register through the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.
4. Gain years of hands-on paid experience.
5. When it’s time to come for training:
   Receive an Offer of Classroom Training from the Ministry
   Make sure you mark Algonquin College as your preferred training facility.
6. Register online with Algonquin.
7. Pay your fees online with a credit card. Accepted apprentice students can now pay online using a credit card on the ACSIS online portal. ACSIS (the Algonquin College Student Information System) represents an online version of the Registrar’s Office. It is your one-stop-shop for admissions-related information, available 20 hours (closed from 11 p.m. to 3 a.m.) a day.
8. Get ready for Day 1! 

Track your application

Track your application using the Algonquin College Student Information System, otherwise known as ACSIS. Don’t forget to keep an eye on your email for important updates and guidance. We’ll send you an email to let you know we’ve received your application, it contains your shiny Algonquin College Student Number!!!
Login to ACSIS

How to Track your Application (step by step)

1. Log in to ACSIS, using your student number (found on your admissions emails) click on ‘View Application Status’ under ‘Programs’.
2. Select the term for which you applied. If we need anything from you, it will be listed here.
3. Submit your official transcript and important documents to OntarioColleges.ca. Find out how.
4. Need more help? Watch this video!
   

Keep your eyes peeled!

You may receive important admissions emails after you apply. Look for emails from your Client Service Officer that will contain great resources and guidance to help you along your admissions path. Be sure to keep your contact information up-to-date on ontariocolleges.ca and on ACSIS so you don’t miss out on important information related to your application.

Admission Requirements

Each program will have its own requirements. These can range from completing certain high school subject classes with a minimum grade, to the submission of letters of intent or even writing an assessment. You must submit all the requirements for your application to advance. Please read all the information on the webpage of your program of choice to ensure you are able to satisfy all requirements.

Meeting the admissions requirements lets us know you are ready to start your college journey. All the College, Program and Assessment requirements are featured on the program page. Read through your program page of choice carefully to ensure that you meet the requirements. Some programs have additional Admission requirements, they can be found here.

If you are unsure if you have any outstanding Admission Requirements to submit please log in to ACSIS using your student number (found on all admissions emails) and check under ‘View Application Status’.

Admissions Assessment

If your admissions journey includes an assessment, you will receive an invitation via email. Not sure if you need an assessment? Log on to ACSIS and check under your ‘Application Status’. You can book your assessment on ACSIS too! Prep with practice material for most assessments from the Test Services.

ACSIS is a workhorse that does a lot! Most of the services offered in-person at the Registrar’s Office are available on ACSIS, as it’s the online presence of the Registrar’s Office. Save yourself some time and take a look at all the useful things it can do.

Here are the top “10” (it’s 15… tell no one!) of the most useful things that ACSIS can do:

1. Proof of Enrolment, under “Print Letters”.
2. Payment Receipts, under “Print Payment Receipts”.
3. Timetables, here’s where to look.
4. Tax Receipts.
5. Find your Account Balance under “Account Balance”.
6. See Encumbrances, found under “Encumbrances”.
7. Employment Support Centre, check out “HireAC”.
8. Order Transcripts, you can also do this online.
9. View Grades.
10. Confirmation of Graduation Status.
11. Defer your fees! Put off paying your entire tuition.
12. Exemptions and Transfer Credits.
13. Apply for bursaries, check under “Financial Aid”.
14. Find your Brightspace credentials under “Network Account Into”.
15. Complete a Release of Student Information authorization.