Getting Started
So, You’ve Applied,
What’s Next?
First off, welcome! Now that you’ve applied, there are a few steps to becoming an Algonquin College student. Below you will find all the information you need to help make the process that much easier.
1. ACSIS - Your Student 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 24 hours a day.
At this stage of the application process, it is important to:
– Check the status of your application for any outstanding admissions requirements
– Ensure we have accurate contact information
– Book and complete assessments as early as possible (you will be contacted by email if an assessment is needed to finalize your application)
Watch the video below for a how-to guide on ACSIS.
Get started now! Login via acsis.algonquincollege.com
2. Important Dates
View the key admissions dates for your term using the dropdowns below. Be sure to update your calendar to stay in the loop!
Fall 2024
| November 1, 2023 | Early Acceptance The college will be issuing non-competitive program offers starting November 1. Make sure that you’ve submitted all the necessary documents related to your application so you can be accepted as soon as possible. That way you will have lots of time to decide. |
| February 1, 2024 | Deadline for applications to qualify for Equal Consideration to a program. Applications received after this date will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis as long as space is available in the program.
The Residence portal opens on Feb 1 for applications for the Fall 2024 term. |
| February 18, 2024 | Offers of Admission for 2024 Fall are sent to applicants for all highly-competitive programs. Make sure we have your email on file. |
| May 1, 2024 | Confirmation deadline. Confirm offer of admission on ontariocolleges.ca. |
| June 15, 2024 | Tuition fee deposit (non-refundable) is due in order to hold your seat in your chosen program. |
| August 1, 2024 | All outstanding admission requirements must be completed. |
| August 2024 | Fall course timetables become available at the start of August and can be viewed on ACSIS. If students wish to add/drop or change course sections, they may request these changes on ACSIS up until September 3. |
| September 3, 2024 | AC Day 1 – Orientation |
| September 4, 2024 | Start of 2024 Fall Term! |
Winter 2025
| November 1, 2023 | Early Acceptance The college will be issuing non-competitive program offers starting November 1. Make sure that you’ve submitted all the necessary documents related to your application so you can be accepted as soon as possible. That way you will have lots of time to decide. |
| February 1, 2024 | Deadline for applications to qualify for Equal Consideration to a program. Applications received after this date will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis as long as space is available in the program. |
| May 12, 2024 | AC-HPAT Deadline If you are applying to a health program that requires applicants to complete the Algonquin College Health Program Assessment (AC-HPAT), please complete your assessment by the deadline to be included in the ranking. |
| May 20, 2024 | Highly Competitive Offers Begin Acceptance offers are sent out at the end of May. Accepted applicants will receive an email and a letter through the mail. Keep your contact details up to date on ACSIS to ensure you receive your offer in a timely manner. Confirm your offer as soon as possible. Applicants must follow the instructions and due dates in their offer email or letter. Any delay in confirming your offer can result in losing your seat in the program to which you have been accepted. |
| July 1, 2024 | Confirmation Deadline Applicants to Winter Term must confirm their offer of admission on ontariocolleges.ca |
| November 1, 2024 | Tuition fee deposit (non-refundable) is due in order to hold your seat in your chosen program. |
| December 1, 2024 | All outstanding admission requirements must be completed. |
| December 2024 | Timetables are released on ACSIS. |
| January 6, 2025 | Start of the 2025 Winter Term! |
Spring 2025
| November 1, 2023 | Early Acceptance The college will be issuing non-competitive program offers starting November 1. Make sure that you’ve submitted all the necessary documents related to your application so you can be accepted as soon as possible. That way you will have lots of time to decide. |
| February 1, 2024 | Deadline for applications to qualify for Equal Consideration to a program. Applications received after this date will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis as long as space is available in the program. |
| May 12, 2024 | AC-HPAT Deadline If you are applying to a health program that requires applicants to complete the Algonquin College Health Program Assessment (AC-HPAT), please complete your assessment by the deadline to be included in the ranking. |
| May 20, 2024 | Highly Competitive Offers Begin Acceptance offers are sent out at the end of May. Accepted applicants will receive an email and a letter through the mail. Keep your contact details up to date on ACSIS to ensure you receive your offer in a timely manner. Confirm your offer as soon as possible. Applicants must follow the instructions and due dates in their offer email or letter. Any delay in confirming your offer can result in losing your seat in the program to which you have been accepted. |
| July 1, 2024 | Confirmation Deadline Applicants to Spring Term must confirm their offer of admission on ontariocolleges.ca |
| March 1, 2025 | The tuition fee deposit (non-refundable) is due in order to hold your seat in your chosen program. |
| April 1, 2025 | All outstanding admission requirements must be completed by April 1. |
| April 2025 | Timetables are released on ACSIS. |
| May 5, 2025 | Start of 2025 Spring Term! |
Fall 2025
| November 1, 2024 | Early Acceptance The college will be issuing non-competitive program offers starting November 1. Make sure that you’ve submitted all the necessary documents related to your application so you can be accepted as soon as possible. That way you will have lots of time to decide. |
| February 1, 2025 | Deadline for applications to qualify for Equal Consideration to a program. Applications received after this date will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis as long as space is available in the program.
The Residence portal opens on Feb 1 for applications for the Fall 2025 term. |
| February 13, 2025 | AC-HPAT Deadline If you are applying to a health program that requires applicants to complete the Algonquin College Health Program Assessment (AC-HPAT), please complete your assessment by the deadline to be included in the ranking. |
| February 21, 2025 | Offers of Admission for 2025 Fall are sent to applicants for all highly-competitive programs. Make sure we have your email on file. |
| May 1, 2025 | Confirmation deadline. Confirm offer of admission on ontariocolleges.ca. |
| June 15, 2025 | Tuition fee deposit (non-refundable) is due in order to hold your seat in your chosen program. |
| August 1, 2025 | All outstanding admission requirements must be completed. |
| August 2025 | Fall course timetables become available at the start of August and can be viewed on ACSIS. If students wish to add/drop or change course sections, they may request these changes on ACSIS up until September 3. |
| September 3, 2025 | AC Day 1 – Orientation |
| September 4, 2025 | Start of 2025 Fall Term! |
Winter 2026
| November 1, 2024 | Early Acceptance The college will be issuing non-competitive program offers starting November 1. Make sure that you’ve submitted all the necessary documents related to your application so you can be accepted as soon as possible. That way you will have lots of time to decide. |
| February 1, 2025 | Deadline for applications to qualify for Equal Consideration to a program. Applications received after this date will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis as long as space is available in the program. |
| May 8, 2025 | AC-HPAT Deadline If you are applying to a health program that requires applicants to complete the Algonquin College Health Program Assessment (AC-HPAT), please complete your assessment by the deadline to be included in the ranking. |
| May 20, 2025 | Highly Competitive Offers Begin Acceptance offers are sent out at the end of May. Accepted applicants will receive an email and a letter through the mail. Keep your contact details up to date on ACSIS to ensure you receive your offer in a timely manner. Confirm your offer as soon as possible. Applicants must follow the instructions and due dates in their offer email or letter. Any delay in confirming your offer can result in losing your seat in the program to which you have been accepted. |
| July 1, 2025 | Confirmation Deadline Applicants to Winter Term must confirm their offer of admission on ontariocolleges.ca |
| November 1, 2025 | Tuition fee deposit (non-refundable) is due in order to hold your seat in your chosen program. |
| December 1, 2025 | All outstanding admission requirements must be completed. |
| December 2025 | Timetables are released on ACSIS. |
| January 6, 2026 | Start of the 2026 Winter Term! |
Spring 2026
| November 1, 2024 | Early Acceptance The college will be issuing non-competitive program offers starting November 1. Make sure that you’ve submitted all the necessary documents related to your application so you can be accepted as soon as possible. That way you will have lots of time to decide. |
| February 1, 2025 | Deadline for applications to qualify for Equal Consideration to a program. Applications received after this date will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis as long as space is available in the program. |
| May 8, 2025 | AC-HPAT Deadline If you are applying to a health program that requires applicants to complete the Algonquin College Health Program Assessment (AC-HPAT), please complete your assessment by the deadline to be included in the ranking. |
| May 20, 2025 | Highly Competitive Offers Begin Acceptance offers are sent out at the end of May. Accepted applicants will receive an email and a letter through the mail. Keep your contact details up to date on ACSIS to ensure you receive your offer in a timely manner. Confirm your offer as soon as possible. Applicants must follow the instructions and due dates in their offer email or letter. Any delay in confirming your offer can result in losing your seat in the program to which you have been accepted. |
| July 1, 2025 | Confirmation Deadline Applicants to Spring Term must confirm their offer of admission on ontariocolleges.ca |
| March 1, 2026 | The tuition fee deposit (non-refundable) is due in order to hold your seat in your chosen program. |
| April 1, 2026 | All outstanding admission requirements must be completed by April 1. |
| April 2026 | Timetables are released on ACSIS. |
| May 5, 2026 | Start of 2025 Spring Term! |
3. Plan Your Finances
It’s important to have a financial plan. There are a variety of financial options available to suit your needs. We’ve highlighted a few options below.
Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)
The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is a financial aid program that can make it easier for you to pay for school. When you apply to Algonquin College through ontariocolleges.ca, you can submit your OSAP application – and we suggest you do! Visit ontario.ca/OSAP to apply.
OSAP offers two different types of funding:
- grants: money you don’t have to pay back
- loans: money you need to repay
OSAP is a needs-based program meant to supplement the resources provided by you, your parents or your spouse. The amount of OSAP assistance you receive depends on your calculated financial need using a formula that compares your educational costs against your income and the expected contributions from your parents or spouse.
Need help navigating OSAP? Contact Financial Aid.
OSAP Perks
You can decline the loan portion of your assessment and only accept grants. This is a great option if you have other financial support for your education and are trying to minimize debt.
Where to begin?
Speak with a Financial Aid Officer today!
4. Tuition Contest
How does up to $5,000 towards your tuition sound? We thought so.
Enter now for a chance to win!
5. Career Planning Help
Try out our career tools to help you find a career that fits with your interests. You can also find local information on wages, employment and job postings.
Below are some services we offer to help prepare you for further education, training and employment through academic upgrading and advisement.
Academic Access Centre
The Academic Access Centre offers:
- Answers about college eligibility and the application process
- Courses that meet program specific admissions requirements
- Courses to earn the ACE Certificate, a grade 12 equivalency
- Courses to refresh academic skills
- Academic Referral Advisors available to meet with you one-on-one to discuss your goals and identify steps necessary to reach them.
Academic Upgrading Program
The Academic Upgrading Program offers flexible programming to make returning to school achievable:
- Free for most Ontario residents
- Assistance may be available for travel and/or child care costs
- Students are assessed to determine current skill level in English and math
- Students only taking the courses they need to meet their goals
- English, math, biology, chemistry, computer skills and success strategies
- Intake for day courses occurs every two weeks
- Intake for evening courses occurs monthly
Counselling
You can book a 30-minute personal information session with our Counselling Services team. They offer program-choice and career planning assistance to individuals considering an Algonquin College program.
Book your sessions now at the Welcome Centre, 3rd Floor, Student Commons Building or by calling 613-727-4723 ext. 7200.
6. Book a Campus Tour
Check out the Virtual Tour. There’s no better way for you to get to know the College.
7. Why Choose AC?
We asked our new students why they chose Algonquin College – here’s what we found out!