Online Prep
Get ready for college in a few clicks!
Your first day of school is just around the corner! With our do-it-yourself Online Prep, you can get ready while chilling in your PJs! Complete the steps below before you begin your College journey.
Please note: Several Online Prep items become available once timetables are released on December 9.
Explore the AC Café
Your college prep warm–up: Complete the AC Café. You will have received an email invitation to register for this online resource. If you haven’t done so already, take the time to explore it now! You’ll find out about tasks you can get done ahead of time and discover how to read your timetable, navigate the campus, and more.
Complete Your 10-minute must-do list
Complete these quick steps online so you’re ready before AC Day 1!
Please note that new students will not have access to Brightspace before the Winter 2025 timetable release on December 9.
Do you have a place to live?
Don’t have a place to live yet? Need emergency housing? Our Student Housing Coordinator can help you.
Access your student information on ACSIS
Log into ACSIS (which stands for “Algonquin College Student Information System” – your one-stop online student portal) to receive your Network Account Info, including your student email address.
ACSIS is the portal to your timetable, grades, account balance, and more. The first time you log in, use your student number and birthdate, then create a new password once you’re logged in. If you don’t know your student number, or if the info is correct but you’re still getting an error message, reach out to the Registrar’s Office at algonquincollege.com/ro/askus. (The sooner you reach out, the better, as the RO gets a high volume of emails at the start of term.)
Once if you have access to your timetable, if changes are required, please visit the Registrar’s Office Website to learn more.
Log in to your student email account
Once you have your Network Account Info, including your user ID and initial password from ACSIS, it’s time to log in to your student email. Be sure to check it regularly so you don’t miss any College communications!
If your ACSIS account is blank, contact the Registrar’s Office at algonquincollege.com/ro/askus – it’s usually related to fees and/or registration status.
Submit your AC Card photo online
Submit your AC Card (student ID) photo online! If you are eligible for a U-Pass (transit pass), the same photo will be used for your U-Pass card.
Need help? Check out this How-To video.
Log in to Brightspace
Brightspace is your LMS (Learning Management System) where you’ll find everything you need to know about your courses – including assignments, digital resources, course content, group discussions and projects, announcements, and more.
Use your Network Account information found on ACSIS to log in to Brightspace (please note that new students will gain access to Brightspace shortly after the fees due date if they have paid/deferred their fees. Students who pay/defer after that date will gain access approximately one week after they pay/defer their fees). Level 1 learners at the Ottawa Campus will be contacted by your Program Coordinator via email with specific details about where your Program Orientation will be hosted.
If your User ID and network password are correct and you’re still having trouble, contact ITS.
Set up Algonquin College as an online bill payment
You can pay your fees online through any major Canadian bank. It’s easy, secure, and quick!
We will honour the date the payment is initiated, so as long as you log in and pay before midnight on the due date, you will not get a late fee. Here are the steps:
- Login to your banking app or website.
- Go to “Bills” and select “Add a new payee”
- Add “Algonquin College Tuition” as the payee
- Use your Algonquin College 9-digit student number as the account number
- Make your payment. Be sure to check your account balance on ACSIS for the correct amount.
Watch this quick How to Pay Your Fees video to see the process in action
Please note, International students should visit the Registrar’s Office fee payment page for more information on paying fees.
Are you a student with a disability? Register with the Centre for Accessible Learning!
The Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL) is committed to ensuring our students have equal access at Algonquin College. To access accommodations, you are responsible for registering with the CAL and self-identifying as a student with a disability. We encourage you to register with the CAL as early as possible before the start of the term.
To learn more about the Centre for Accessible Learning, visit algonquincollege.com/cal.
Questions? Please email cal@algonquincollege.com.
Are you an Indigenous learner? Register with the Mamidosewin Centre!
If you’re an Indigenous learner, register with the Mamidosewin Centre!
The Mamidosewin Centre provides a variety of cultural programs, services, and resources to Indigenous learners at Algonquin College.
Sign Up for the College Essentials Q&A Webinar
Our College experts are here to answer all your burning questions in a live Q&A-style webinar. We’ll answer questions from students and parents/guardians about registrations and fee dates, the student experience, available services, financial aid, and more!
There will be two webinar sessions:
- Tuesday, December 17 • 1 pm-2:30 pm
- Thursday, January 2 • 10 am-11:30 am
Registration coming soon! Stay tuned.
Watch our Inside AC series
This video series will give you the inside scoop on key AC services! Videos will get shared on the main Algonquin College account in the days leading up to AC Day 1. Don’t miss them!
Get AC-Ready with these services!
There’s a lot to know when it comes to starting college, but we have many services to help you along the way. Explore these links below.
Campus Services
Campus Services delivers services designed to create a simple and enjoyable experience to ensure that you can focus on achieving success. From getting your AC Card to ensuring your course materials are available to you, Campus Services is here to enhance campus life.
- AC Card
- Connections: The Campus Store
- Printing on campus
- The Print Shop
- Course Materials
- Parking Services
- Lockers
Centre for Accessible Learning
The Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL) provides academic accommodations and educational support services to students with disabilities applying to, or attending, Algonquin College. If you are a student with a disability, you are strongly encouraged to contact the CAL. With close to 15% of the student population registering for services, the goal is to provide the necessary accommodations to equalize the opportunity for students to meet their essential course or program requirements. CAL services are confidential, free, and voluntary. Students are, however, required to self-identify to access services.
Services include:
- Disability-related counselling services
- Letters of Accommodation
- Learning strategy support
- Assistive technology support
- Apprenticeship support services
- Transcription services
- Transition planning support
Mamidosewin Centre
The goal of the Mamidosewin Centre is to empower and support Indigenous students at Algonquin College into the next phase of their lives (mino-biimaadizwin — “the good way of life”) in a way that is respectful and reflective of Indigenous cultures.
The Mamidosewin Centre provides a variety of cultural programs and services to Indigenous learners attending Algonquin College. (For a full list of services, see the Services page.)
Indigenous learners may identify as any of the following: First Nations (Status or Non-Status), Inuit, and/or Métis, as well as those with Indigenous ancestry who are just discovering their heritage and want to learn more. The Centre is also open to non-Indigenous learners who are interested in learning more about the culture and participating in any events.
What does “Mamidosewin” mean? “Mamidosewin” is Algonquin/Ojibwe for “Meeting place” or “Walking together.” The Centre strives to build a community that embodies this sentiment.
Security Services
Security Services provides services to ensure the security and protection of staff, students, and College assets on a 24 hour/day basis. Services and consultation in areas related to emergency response, criminal investigations, key control, risk assessments, electronic security systems design and application, crime prevention awareness and training, and crisis intervention constitute the framework for the delivery of this diverse program within the College community.
Information Technology Services (ITS)
ITS offers a wide range of support in a variety of areas, including:
- Computer, software, and printing
- Algonquin College network account and Brightspace account
- Wireless networks, VPN, and Internet troubleshooting
Algonquin Students’ Association (SA)
The Algonquin Students’ Association (SA) is a student-run, not-for-profit corporation that works for you! Check out what the SA has to offer, from the student health plan to clubs and communities on campus, accessing the Jack Doyle Athletics and Recreation Centre, and more.
Registrar’s Office & Financial Aid
Visit the Registrar’s Office and Financial Aid office to pay your fees, make changes to your timetable, apply for bursaries, and more!
Student Mental Health & Wellness Website
Wellness isn’t a destination, it’s a journey! Some days you might be feeling great, while on others, you might need some extra support. At Algonquin College, we’re dedicated to supporting you and connecting you with the help you need – both on and off campus.