SUPPORTS AND RESOURCES
When you're trying to decide what program to choose, who should you go to for help/information?
University websites/tours/info nights, connect with friends/family, or ask your guidance councillor (any of these answers are correct!)
What does U/C/M stand for?
University, college, and Mixed
Does a person have to apply to college or university right after high school?
No, you don't have to apply right away. You can apply anytime after that!
Is it normal to switch your major to a different one?
Yes, there is nothing wrong with changing your major or your minor.
Do you feel nervous about applying to post-secondary? Why?
any answer is correct :)
When you are stressed out about applications for college/university who can you turn to for support?
Teachers, friends, guidance counsellor, family members, and practice self care (any of these options)
An "M" level high school class counts as...
both a college and university credit, so it can be used as either.
What is a victory lap?
When you complete an extra year or semester of high school before moving on to post-secondary.
If you were to take a gap year, what would you use it for?
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Name the 3 colleges that were shared on the intro slide of the powerpoint...
Humber, centennial, seneca
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In most cases, you need this from high school in order to apply to colleges and universities
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
What could a student use a gap year for?
Work, travel, build skills, rest, they could take the time to find themselves and figure out what they would like to study (any of these answers apply)
When is it too late to change your career path?
NEVER :) Your experiences can influence and change your career path, so stay open minded.
Name the 3 universities that were presented on the title page slide
York, Ryerson, University of Toronto
What can the website "rate my professor" be used for?
You can see what past students have thought about the professor, what assignments look like, and get a feel for the class.
How many Grade 12 U level courses are required, if your desired pathway is to go to University?
6
Daily Double: Name 3 paths you can take after high school that do not include going straight into college or university?
As long as you name 3, you're good! Some examples include: jobs, take a year off for mental health, start some kind of business, travel, develop a hobby, build social media audience, job training programs, apprenticeships, internships etc.
What is the most common reason students decide to change programs?
Students realize they do not like the material
Who designed UofT?
Good try! the answer is A.J. Diamond.
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Out of these options, what is the most common fear among students for post-secondary?
A. Maintaining Grades
B. Fear of Change
C. Choosing the Right Major
D. Being in big classes of over 100 people
E. Feeling the need to be involved in activities
C. Choosing the Right Major
Most colleges and universities require you to have a ____ % in English.
What is a bridge program?
When you complete 2 year of college and then 2 years of university.
____% of Canadians would choose to pursue a different program at University/College if they could turn back time.
53%
Accounting & Finance, Engineering, and Computer Science. These three programs require this course in high school (that is not English).
Advanced Functions (or Calculus)