Welcome to Algonquin College!
Excited for the start of your new term? Our amazing team has prepared you with some tips to help new students get a head start!
- One photo, two cards!
Did you know that you can use the same picture for both your Algonquin student ID and your U-Pass? Submit a photo online today for your AC Card. Once your card is printed, you will receive an email with details about how to pick up your cards. Load your card and eat on campus!
Your AC Card has two accounts; a meal plan account and an AC Cash account. What’s the difference? AC Cash accounts are used to spend money on campus wherever AC Cash is accepted. Meal plan accounts are used for food only. Learn more about AC Cash and meal plans. - Create your ideal study space & have your course materials ready.
A study place that you customize to your own preferences can make a big difference! Shop Connections: The Campus Store online or come see us on campus to purchase your course material AC gear, school supplies, and tech. Ordering your course materials is simple! You can access your custom Booklist with your network username and password. The Campus Store ships to Canada, the U.S., and internationally. In-store pick-up (Click & Collect) and in-store shopping are also available. - Print on campus!
Print directly from your personal device phone or laptop using Mobility Print! Algonquin College provides a $11 print balance each term to full-time students who have paid the full IT fee. The pages are provided as a $11 print balance equal to 100 Letter size (8.5”x11”) single-sided black and white printed pages. Print balances for the Winter term will be available after January 8. - Register for AC day 1
Find support, social activity, and more at AC Day 1 as part of Orientation. - Stay connected with us!
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BONUS TIPS | In addition to the tips above, if you are studying on campus this term:
- Parking services
Driving to campus? We are here to offer you the parking the most convenient for you! Find the option that’s best for you. - Rent a locker
Store your belongings safely and securely when you are on campus. Rent a locker through ACSIS today! - Travel sustainably!
Live nearby? Take advantage of warm weather days and bike to campus! Algonquin College’s Ottawa Campus offer many bike rack locations, and self-serve bike repair stations. Learn more.