New Students
AC Start & AC Day 1 (Orientation)
Orientation is for incoming students who are beginning first-year studies. You may be fresh out of high school, re-entering the workforce, or looking to upgrade your skills – whatever reason brings you to Algonquin College, Orientation is a big part of getting you set up properly so you can take on the new school year. There are two equally important parts to your College Orientation experience: AC Start and AC Day 1.
ASPIRE AC
Are you someone who thought college wasn’t a possibility? ASPIRE AC provides support to students who may face barriers getting to and succeeding at college. We want to make sure you succeed here, so ASPIRE AC provides a variety of services to help you thrive. This includes sponsored peer tutoring, mentoring from Algonquin graduates, student ambassador support, job coaching, and strengths based individual success planning. If you feel like this support could be useful to you, reach out!
Room E344 (Student Commons/E Building)
613-727-4723 ext. 2976
aspireac@algonquincollege.com
Campus Map
Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL)
The Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL) provides academic accommodations and educational support services for students who have permanent and/or temporary disabilities. If you are a student with a disability, or suspect that you may have a disability, it is recommended that you register with CAL before you begin your studies at Algonquin College. Services are confidential, free, and voluntary.
Student Handbook
View the Student Handbook, which includes information on services across the College and key dates for the academic year. Printing options available for a small fee at the Print Shop.
Student Success Specialists
Student Success Specialists are here to assist you, address your concerns, and help you find answers. They can help you with resources and referrals and provide guidance to assist with your learning success. Find out who your Student Success Specialist is, how to contact them, and how they can assist you.
The AC Hub (Student Engagement)
The AC Hub strives to enhance your college experience beyond the classroom by providing you with opportunities to meet new people and become actively involved in campus life. Come by the physical space, located on the 2nd floor of Student Commons, to work, collaborate, and network, and be sure to take part in the social events and learning opportunities that are provided regularly. (This includes AC Hub Talks, workshops, and off-campus activities, such as Zip Lining and Winter Tubing.) Did we mention most of these events are FREE?
Besides the physical location of the AC Hub, there’s also an AC Hub Satellite (ACCE/CA Building, 2nd floor) and mobile desks across campus to provide you with info about College supports, services, activities, and events.
2nd floor, Student Commons/E Building
613-727-4723 ext. 5152
hubmail@algonquincollege.com
Test Centre
When you apply to a full-time program or want to register in certain continuing education courses at Algonquin College, you may be asked to take an admission-eligibility assessment. These assessments let you demonstrate your readiness and ability to succeed in the program you’ve chosen and make sure you’ve selected the right starting point at Algonquin.
Student Central, in the lower level of the DARE District
613-727-4723 ext. 7079
testcentre@algonquincollege.com
AC Café
AC Café is a free self-directed resource to help new students get prepared for their studies!
It’s an opportunity for you to learn important information about Algonquin College so that you’ll feel more confident when you start, and you won’t have to absorb as much new information all at once at the beginning of the semester!
Housing Support
Whether you’re just starting your search to find housing or need help understanding your rights as a tenant, we can help you!
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.