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ADMISSIONS 2019 ibelongatnipissingu.ca experienceNU Table of Contents NU ADVANTAGES ............................................... 2 IT’S YOUR MONEY Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries ............................ 4, 5 Government Assistance, Work Study Program ....................... 5 Create a Financial Plan, Meal Plan Options ......................... 6 NU PROGRAM OPTIONS Majors and Minors ........................................... 8 Dual Degrees, Professional and Graduate Programs, Additional Credentials ....................................... 9 SCHULICH SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Concurrent and Consecutive Bachelor of Education .................. 10 INDIGENOUS INITIATIVES Enji Giigdoyang: The Office Of Indigenous Initiatives, Aboriginal Advantage Program .............................. 12 Debwendizon, Diploma Programs ............................... 13 Experiential Learning Opportunities ............................. 14 NU STUDENT LIFE ............................................. 15 NU SERVICES FOR STUDENTS Accessibility Services ....................................... 18 Study Abroad: International Initiatives .......................... 19 Off Campus Living, Student Counselling, Student Learning and Transitions ............................. 20 NU ATHLETICS ................................................ 22 NIPISSING UNIVERSITY STUDENT UNION (NUSU) Health and Dental Plan, NUSU Crew, NUSU Cares, Foodbank .......... 24 Clubs .................................................... 26 NUSU Events to Remember .................................... 27 PROGRAMS .................................................. 28 RESIDENCES ................................................. 42 ADMISSION TO NIPISSING To Do List and Important Dates ................................. 50 Applying to Nipissing ........................................ 52 Out of Province Admission Requirements .......................... 55 Admissions Chart ........................................... 56 CAMPUS MAP ..................................... inside back cover Connect with us: facebook.com/NipissingU @NipissingU @NURecruitment Come for a visit and see why you belong at Nipissing! 4 6 7 3 2 1 8 5 1 Main Campus 5 Townhouse Residence Complex (TRC) 2 Harris Learning Library 6 Founders and Chancellors 3 R.J. Surtees 6 Residences 7 Student Athletics Centre 7 Monastery Hall (Fine Arts) 4 Governors Residence 8 Path to 20 km of trails Check out our interactive map at: map.nipissingu.ca Sign up for Open House or a campus tour, and get more info at: ibelongatnipissingu.ca NUadvantages Reach your full potential with the very best undergraduate experience NIPISSING RANKED # in STUDENT 1SATISFACTION among primarily undergraduate universities in Ontario – Maclean’s 2018 ATTENTION NEW STUDENTS ENROLLING IN A 4-YEAR UNDERGRADDEGREE The first initiative of its kind in an Ontario university, our promise further enhances Nipissing’s focus on our students’ success. Supportive professors are accessible The current rate of employment for Nipissing even outside of classroom hours. graduates is already above the provincial average, but our promise further demonstrates the University’s confidence in the quality of programming, teaching, career development and First in Ontario in student satisfaction, third in the overall student experience. nation, and ranked in the top five universities in If you can’t find a job following graduation, Canada in the areas of student services, residence Nipissing invites you to return for another year, tuition-free for up to 30 additional credits if you living, student life staff, mental health services, have not secured career-related employment 6 and sexual assault prevention, Nipissing is a known months after completing your undergrad degree.* leader in providing a top-notch student-focused For all the details visit: education. The advantages work in your favour while you are a student and after graduation. nipissingu.ca/nupromise *Terms and conditions apply. Visit our website for more information. 2 26:1 (Based on 2016/2017 classes) NIPISSING’S STUDENT TO FACULTY Enjoy small, interactive classes where every RATIO student has a voice and a name. We have some of the best residences in Canada with a guaranteed private room for all first-year students coming directly from high school. We focus on your success with a full range of student services to assist you academically, Nipissing offers a friendly community feel, financially, and personally. and a safe, personalized student experience. 3 It’syourmoney Scholarships, bursaries and awards 55% OF OUR FIRST YEAR STUDENTS RECEIVE AN ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIP Q IF YOU GET THE MARKS, YOU GET THE MONEY. Scholarships are your reward for strong academic achievement. APPLY BY Your final grades make a big difference. MAY 1 We calculate scholarship averages using your best six final 4U/4M marks (or final IB score including bonus points) completed as of June 30, 2019. All Canadian applicants applying directly from secondary school will be considered automatically for guaranteed entrance APPLICATIONNO scholarships – no application needed! Please contact the Financial Services Office for more information at [email protected] NEEDED! Guaranteed Entrance Scholarships Average needed Admission Year 1 to keep Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Average† scholarship◊ President’s Scholarships 90% + FREE *85% + $3000 $3000 $3000 (36+ for IB) TUITION Carl Sanders Annual Scholarships 85-89% 90% + $1000 $1000 $1000 (33-35 for IB) $2500 85% + $750 $750 $750 80-84% (30-32 for IB) $1500 80-84% $500 $500 $500 t Average based on best six final 4U/4M courses or final IB score (including bonus points). Note: Students are only eligible for President’s and Carl Sanders Scholarship consideration ◊ Based on annual grades on 24 credits in the Fall/Winter term. for the first four years of study. * Students who do not meet the renewal requirements have the next Fall/Winter to regain eligibility. 4 Q AWARDS AND BURSARIES Q GOVERNMENT ASSISTANCE There are a number of awards and bursaries based on unique criteria like Government assistance programs are an important source of funding. The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is available to Ontario residents • financial need who are Canadian citizens and/or who are permanent residents of Canada. • demonstrated citizenship Learn more about your eligibility, the mix of grants and loans available and • volunteerism other information you need to apply for funding at • your program of interest ontario.ca/OSAP • home town. Apply for these even before you’ve received your Offer of Admission by completing and submitting the appropriate application form(s) which are due May 1. Separate Q NUWORK: ON-CAMPUS WORK STUDY PROGRAM applications are required for the awards listed below. Nipissing University offers a Work Study program that enables students to work part-time on campus. Students must first qualify for the program by submitting an application that may be printed from the forms section of our website: APPLY BY nipissingu.ca/studentfinancialservices. Notification of eligibility is sent Chancellor’s Awards MAY 1 to Nipissing University email accounts. Once eligibility is confirmed, students may apply to work in a NUWork-eligible position. The majority of work study APPLICATIONNO positions begin in September so students are encouraged to apply in August. 10,000 each It is expected that students will have explored all possible funding options, $ NEEDED! • Awarded to two first-year students including OSAP, before applying for this program. Find applications and more information at nipissingu.ca/financialaid/nuwork • Entering full-time undergraduate studies (first entry only) • Minimum average of 85%, evidence of personal leadership activities, and financial need • Renewable at $3,000 per year nipissingu.ca/chancellorsaward Schulich Scholarships $7,000 each • Awarded to selected full-time students entering the first year of an undergraduate degree program with a focus on education – Concurrent Education; Bachelor of Physical and Health Education; or the Consecutive Bachelor of Education. • Must have a minimum 80% average and at least one of the #ibelongatNipissingU says... Scholar President’s following: volunteer work; community involvement; or financial need. “ The transition from high school to university can be stressful for nipissingu.ca/schulichscholarships students, especially when finances are a worry. Fortunately, I was and continue to be a recipient of the President’s Scholarship that Nipissing guarantees to students who enter university with a 90+ Entrance Bursaries and Awards average. Receiving this scholarship allows me to pay off my school expenses, which means that any money I earn from employment can be put toward leisure. My advice to students looking into funding $500 – $2,500 their education is to not be intimidated; it’s not difficult to have a social life and also maintain a high enough average to receive one of • Need-based awards and bursaries the generous scholarships that Nipissing has to offer.” • Entering undergraduate studies directly from secondary school Ben, Criminal Justice student nipissingu.ca/entranceawards Hometown: Warren, ON For a complete list of scholarships, awards, bursaries, and other funding options, visit nipissingu.ca/bursaries 5 It’syourmoney Create a financial plan Creating a financial plan for your education helps you achieve your goals on time and on budget. This information is provided for guidance only. These costs are estimated based on 2018-2019 costs for the 8-month academic