Nipissing University Transfer Guide 2016-2017

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“ Nipissing is a place where students can truly shine as

individuals. I’ve been blessed with friendships that

will last a lifetime, unforgettable experiences, and

opportunities that I could not have been given at any

other school. I will always be proud to be a Laker! ªª

#ibelongatnipissingu”

Kayla, Bachelor Business Administration Grad ’14

Hometown: North Bay

NU Advantages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Program Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Admission to Nipissing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Student Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Best Experience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Services for Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Athletic Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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Come for a visit and see why you belong at Nipissing!James Bay

Kenora

New Liskeard

Espanola

Kapuskasing

Moosonee

Attawapiskat

Moose Factory

Hudson Bay

MONTREAL

16 hours from Toronto; Thunder Bay is lovely, but it’s not North Bay

North Bay Campus is 3 hours from Toronto, and 4 from Ottawa!

ibelongatnipissingu.ca

North Bay Campus Open House March Break 2016: Friday, March 18 or Saturday, March 19SPOILER ALERT: You will want to stay. The majority of students who come for a visit choose to call Nipissing home, but see for yourself why this is where you belong. Visit our beautiful campus and check out some of the best residences in Canada, our award-winning library and new athletic centre. It’s the perfect opportunity to meet with faculty and staff, and hit us with your questions about academic programs, admissions, and residence life.

Sign up for Open House, tours, or more information:

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NUadvantagesGo ahead, you’ve earned the credit!

Congratulations on your decision to achieve further

academic goals. If you have already graduated from

an Ontario College of Applied Arts and Technology,

you may be considered for admission to Nipissing

with advanced standing. That’s not your only reward.

Nipissing has many advantages to offer.

Accessible, supportive faculty are available even outside classroom hours.

We offer a safe and friendly community feel where it’s easy to make lifelong friendships.

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We have some of the best residences and residence programming in Canada with modern facilities and a room of your own.

We focus on your success with a full range of support services to assist you academically, financially, and personally.

Enjoy small, interactive classes where every student has a voice and a name.

Valuable student support that provides help with study challenges, success coaching, and school-to-work preparation.

1. Trinity Western

2. Concordia (Edmonton)

3. Redeemer

4. Mount Royal

5. MacEwan

6. St. Francis Xavier

7. NIPISSING UNIVERSITY

8. Vancouver Island

9. Sherbrooke

10. Trois Rivières

11. Brandon

12. Fraser Valley

13. Saint Mary’s

14. UNB (Fredericton)

15. Thompson Rivers

16. Lethbridge

17. Moncton

18. UNBC

19. Carleton

20. Dalhousie

21. Waterloo

22. Winnipeg

23. Brock

24. Ryerson

25. UNB (Saint John)

26. Victoria

27. Lakehead

28. Wilfrid Laurier

29. York

30. Montréal

31. McGill

32. Regina

33. Simon Fraser

34. Manitoba

35. Saskatchewan

Nipissing University ranks in the TOP 10 chosen by students for

Quality of Teaching

of our BScN students passed the Canadian Registered Nurse Exam (February 2014)

of our students find employment within 6 months after graduating

89.1%

93.5% of our students find employment within 2 years after graduating

*CUSC (Canadian University Survey Consortium) 2013


Quality of Teaching*CUSC (Canadian University Survey Consortium) 2013


Proven SatisfactionNipissing ranks in the TOP 5 for students’ satisfaction with choice of university

Time management Research and analysis Critical thinking Problem solving Writing Communication Presentation Teamwork

a university degree will help you develop the following skills:

university grads experienced the

highest employment growthof any educational attainment group over the last 10 years.

university grads have low unemployment rates and the

highest life-time earnings in Ontario.

True or False: There is no speci�c degree required for medical, law, or veterinary school or an MBA program.

Students at Nipissing can qualify for a Certi�cate of Bilingualism in addition to their degree - check online for details.

TRUE! There is no speci�c degree or major that is required for admission to medical, law, or veterinaryschool or an MBA program. A minimum of three years of undergraduate study, plus a few speci�c courses (depending on school of choice) will provide eligibility.

pop quiz !

Did you know?

First year Business students receive a free iPad mini!

Did you know?

Total Nipissingstudents, 2013

$$$

6200full-timestudents

4250=part-timestudents

+1950

COU 2014 Employment Report


More than

of our �rst-year students receive an entrance scholarship50%

91%

True Falseq q

Overall Ontario university average is 83.3%

Overall Ontario university average is 88.3%,

1. Trinity Western

2. Concordia (Edmonton)

3. Redeemer

4. Mount Royal

5. MacEwan

6. St. Francis Xavier

7. NIPISSING UNIVERSITY

8. Vancouver Island

9. Sherbrooke

10. Trois Rivières

11. Brandon

12. Fraser Valley

13. Saint Mary’s

14. UNB (Fredericton)

15. Thompson Rivers

16. Lethbridge

17. Moncton

18. UNBC

19. Carleton

20. Dalhousie

21. Waterloo

22. Winnipeg

23. Brock

24. Ryerson

25. UNB (Saint John)

26. Victoria

27. Lakehead

28. Wilfrid Laurier

29. York

30. Montréal

31. McGill

32. Regina

33. Simon Fraser

34. Manitoba

35. Saskatchewan


Quality of Teaching

of our BScN students passed the Canadian Registered Nurse Exam (February 2014)

of our students find employment within 6 months after graduating

89.1%

93.5% of our students find employment within 2 years after graduating



Quality of Teaching*CUSC (Canadian University Survey Consortium) 2013


Proven SatisfactionNipissing ranks in the TOP 5 for students’ satisfaction with choice of university

Time management Research and analysis Critical thinking Problem solving Writing Communication Presentation Teamwork

a university degree will help you develop the following skills:

university grads experienced the

highest employment growthof any educational attainment group over the last 10 years.

university grads have low unemployment rates and the

highest life-time earnings in Ontario.

True or False: There is no speci�c degree required for medical, law, or veterinary school or an MBA program.

Students at Nipissing can qualify for a Certi�cate of Bilingualism in addition to their degree - check online for details.

TRUE! There is no speci�c degree or major that is required for admission to medical, law, or veterinaryschool or an MBA program. A minimum of three years of undergraduate study, plus a few speci�c courses (depending on school of choice) will provide eligibility.

pop quiz !

Did you know?

First year Business students receive a free iPad mini!

Did you know?

Total Nipissingstudents, 2013

$$$

6200full-timestudents

4250=part-timestudents

+1950



More than

of our �rst-year students receive an entrance scholarship50%

91%

True Falseq q

Overall Ontario university average is 83.3%

Overall Ontario university average is 88.3%,

Based on results of the 2014-15 Ontario University Graduate Survey

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Q PROGRAMS WITH TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS

• Anthropology• Biology• Business — Streams: Accounting;

Economics; Organizational Studies; Marketing; Technology Management

• Child and Family Studies• Classical Studies• Commerce• Computer Science• Criminal Justice — Streams:

Corrections, Criminal Justice Studies, Criminology, Policing

• English Studies• Environmental Biology and

Technology• Environmental Geography• Environment and Physical

Geography• Fine Arts

• Geography• Liberal Arts• Liberal Science• Gender Equality and Social Justice• Geography• History• Mathematics• Native Studies• Nursing• Philosophy• Physical and Health Education• Political Science• Psychology• Religions and Cultures• Science and Technology — Streams:

Artificial Intelligence, Engineering Technology, Environment, General, Industrial Mathematics, Robotics, or Service System Technology

• Social Welfare and Social Development

• Social Work• Sociology

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE DUAL DEGREE

If you would like to combine Business with an Arts or Science program, Nipissing offers the opportunity to study both and complete a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree with a Bachelor of Commerce degree in five years. This dual degree provides a wider range of general interest and career specific subjects. For more information see the Academic Calendar at www.nipissingu.ca/dualdegrees

GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS

Once you have successfully completed an undergraduate degree, consider one of our graduate or professional programs. If you are interested in teaching, the Schulich School of Education is internationally renowned for the quality of its programs and innovative technological initiatives. We offer both Concurrent Education programs leading to an honours undergraduate degree in your discipline of choice (except Nursing and Social Work) and a Bachelor of Education degree as well as a consecutive BEd program after completion of an undergraduate degree.

• Bachelor of Education • Master of Arts (History)• Master of Education• Master of Environmental Sciences• Master of Environmental Studies • Master of Science (Math)• PhD in Education with a focus on

Educational Sustainability

NUprogram options

Your career opportunities are limitless

With over 20 different majors in a variety of disciplines, national surveys give Nipissing top marks as a great place to study. Small class sizes, research opportunities for undergrads, professional placements, experiential learning opportunities, quality education — whether you are planning to apply to grad school or start your career, we have what you need to reach your full potential.

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Q ABORIGINAL ADVANTAGE PROGRAM (AAP)Email: [email protected]/aboriginal

Nipissing University’s Aboriginal Advantage Program is a full-time, first year transition-to-university program for Aboriginal students who are planning to pursue an undergraduate degree, and may want or need additional cultural, personal, and/or academic resources.

Students who are transitioning from high school, upgrading, entering from a college program, or who have simply taken a break from their studies are eligible to apply to the program.

You will be part of a community of peers, staff, faculty, and Elders while obtaining 24 credits toward a university degree in pre-selected courses reserved for AAP students. You will:

• learn alongside other Aboriginal students;• attend orientation week to meet the professors and other students

in the program;• become more familiar with the university system; and• gain confidence to be successful at university.

Q DIPLOMA PROGRAMS

Q ABORIGINAL TEACHER CERTIFICATION PROGRAM (ATCP)

The Aboriginal Teacher Certification diploma/degree program is available for individuals of Aboriginal ancestry. You are eligible if you already have one of the following completed certifications from an accredited university or college:

• Early Childhood Education (ECE);• Native Classroom Assistant Diploma Program (NCADP);• Native Special Education Assistant Diploma Program (NSEADP);• Native Language Teaching Certificate (NLTC); or• an undergraduate degree from an accredited university.

This 2-year program consists of 5 three-credit online courses, 20 weeks of practicum, and 2 six-week on-site summer sessions. The program will help you develop teaching strategies, technological skills, and Aboriginal worldviews. It is delivered in a manner that allows working professionals to attend classes in the summer and return to employment during the academic year. Upon completion, you will earn a Certificate of Qualification and Registration from the Ontario College of Teachers in Primary/Junior Education.

For full details see: www.nipissingu.ca/atcp

Average Class Size

24(Based on 2014 Fall classes)

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info to help with the transfer application process

Q ADMISSION WITH ADVANCED STANDING OR TRANSFER CREDITApplicants deemed eligible for admission with advanced standing or transfer credit must submit recently-dated official transcripts of their academic record directly to the Office of the Registrar. An academic calendar from their former institution(s) containing descriptions of the completed courses may be required. Those applicants who are eligible for advanced standing or transfer credits will be notified of their eligibility.

The application of advanced standing or transfer credits to a degree program will vary depending on the degree program and major to which the applicant is admitted.

Changing degree programs or majors may mean a loss of or change to the credits awarded. Nipissing University degree residency requirements will apply.

Q APPLICANTS FROM ONTARIO COLLEGES OF APPLIED ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY

Applicants to Nipissing who have studied at an Ontario College of Applied Arts and Technology (CAAT) may qualify for admission if they meet the minimum admissions requirements outlined below. Specific subject requirements for particular degrees must be met through prior grade 12 studies or equivalent courses at the college

level. Admission to some programs is highly competitive and admission is selective, therefore, meeting the minimum requirements will not guarantee admission to certain programs.

A) One Year of College or Certificate Program Graduates

Applicants who have completed the first full year (two semesters) of a CAAT diploma program or graduates of a one year (two semester) certificate program with a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA will be considered for admission on probation. Students will not be eligible for advanced standing. Program specific subject requirements must still be met in order to be considered for some programs.

B) Two-Year Diploma Graduates or Students or Students with Two Years of a Three-Year Program

Applicants who have completed a two-year program or two years of a three-year program and who have achieved a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA will be considered for admission with advanced standing to a maximum of 18 credits.

C) Three-Year Diploma Graduates

Applicants who have achieved a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA in a three-year program will be considered for admission to Nipissing with advanced standing to a maximum of 30 credits.

how to apply We can’t wait to see you on campus!

Transfer students apply to Nipissing University through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC) 105 application process. All application details are available at:

www.ouac.on.caOnce we have received your application, you will receive more information about the next steps in the process. You will be able to track your application online.

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D) Special Policies for Advanced Standing apply to the following College of Applied Arts and Technology (CAAT) diplomas:

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION DIPLOMA

EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT DIPLOMA

DRUG AND ALCOHOL COUNSELLOR DIPLOMA

INDIGENOUS WELLNESS AND ADDICTIONS PREVENTION DIPLOMA

MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTIONS WORKER DIPLOMA

SOCIAL SERVICE WORKER DIPLOMA

DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES WORKER DIPLOMA

Degree completion for Bachelor of Arts Applicants who have successfully completed one of the above diploma programs at an Ontario CAAT with a cumulative 3.0 GPA or better can be considered for admission to Bachelor of Arts programs with advanced standing to a maximum of 30 credits.


DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICE WORKER DIPLOMA

CHILD AND YOUTH WORKER DIPLOMA

Degree completion for Bachelor of Social WorkApplicants who have successfully completed a two year Social Service Worker (SSW), Developmental Service Worker (DSW) or Child and Youth Worker (CYW)

diploma program at an Ontario CAAT with a cumulative 3.0 GPA or above can be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program with advanced standing to a maximum of 30 credits.

During Year 2 of the Bachelor of Social Work program, students must apply for admission consideration to the professional years (Years 3 & 4) of the program. Admission to the first or second year of the Bachelor of Social Work program does not guarantee acceptance into the professional years.


Degree completion for Bachelor of Arts (Honours Specialization or Specialization in Social Welfare and Social Development)Applicants who have successfully completed a two year Social Service Worker (SSW) diploma program at an Ontario CAAT with a cumulative 3.0 GPA or above can be considered for admission to an Honours Specialization or Specialization in Social Welfare and Social Development with advanced standing as follows:

3.0 GPA – 30 credits




For further program or admissions information, please email [email protected] or call (705) 474-3450 ext. 4761.

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D) Special Policies for Advanced Standing (continued)

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION DIPLOMA

Degree completion for Bachelor of Business Administration Applicants who are graduates of a three-year Business Administration diploma program at an Ontario CAAT with a minimum cumulative 3.2 GPA will be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree with advanced standing to a maximum of 60 credits. Admitted students would be able to complete their program at Nipissing in North Bay or at the campus of one of our college partners (Algonquin College, Centennial College, Lambton College, St. Clair College).

Applicants who are graduates of a two-year Business Administration diploma program at an Ontario CAAT with a minimum cumulative 3.2 GPA will be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree with advanced standing to a maximum of 42 credits. Admitted students would be able to complete the program at Nipissing in North Bay or at the campus of one of our college partners (Algonquin College, Centennial College, Lambton College, St. Clair College) by using a combination of online, and where available, blended delivery courses.

Degree completion for Bachelor of CommerceApplicants who are graduates of a two-year Business Administration diploma at an Ontario CAAT with a cumulative 3.2 GPA can be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Commerce degree with advanced standing to a maximum of 30 credits.

Admitted students would be able to complete their program at Nipissing University in North Bay or at one of our college partners (Algonquin College, Centennial College, Lambton College, and St. Clair College) by using a combination of online, and where available, blended delivery courses.

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE – COLLEGE PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM

In the College Partnership Program, the Bachelor of Commerce (BComm) degree may be completed in 12 months. Applicants who are graduates of a three-year Business Administration diploma at an Ontario CAAT with a minimum cumulative 3.2 GPA will be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Commerce (BComm) degree with advanced standing to a maximum of 45 credits.

Admitted students would be able to complete their program at Nipissing in North Bay, or through the College Partnership Program at one of our college partner campuses (Algonquin College, Centennial College, Lambton College, St. Clair College) or online as an independent learner.

CERTIFIED GENERAL ACCOUNTANTS OF ONTARIO (CGA)

Degree completion for Bachelor of Business Administration or Bachelor of CommerceApplicants to the Bachelor of Business Administration or Bachelor of Commerce programs who have completed specific courses, with a minimum 60% average, through the Certified General Accountants of Ontario (CGA), will be eligible for advanced standing credit. The following courses are eligible for advanced standing consideration:

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CM1 Business Communication

EM1 Micro and Macro Economics

FN1 Corporate Financial Fundamentals

LW1 Business Law

MS1 Managing Information Systems

QU1 Business Quantitative Analysis

POST DIPLOMA ACCOUNTING COURSES

Applicants with post diploma courses in Accounting where a grade of 70% or better has been achieved will be recommended to be granted up to 15 transfer credits. This recommendation will be determined by the director or designate of the School of Business, decided by the Registrar’s Office and will be consistent with existing transfer policies.

CERTIFIED ABORIGINAL FINANCIAL MANAGER (CAFM) DIPLOMA

Degree completion for Bachelor of Business AdministrationApplicants who have successfully completed AFOA Canada’s Certified Aboriginal Financial Manager (CAFM) diploma program with a minimum 65% in each course can be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree with advanced standing to a maximum of 45 credits.

Degree completion for Bachelor of CommerceApplicants who have successfully completed AFOA Canada’s Certified Aboriginal Financial Manager (CAFM) diploma program with a minimum 65% in each course

can be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Commerce (BComm) degree with advanced standing to a maximum of 30 credits.

COMMUNITY AND JUSTICE SERVICES DIPLOMA

POLICE FOUNDATIONS DIPLOMA

LAW CLERK DIPLOMA

Degree completion for Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice Applicants who have successfully completed a two-year Community and Justice Services, Police Foundations, or Law Clerk diploma program at an Ontario CAAT with a minimum accumulative average of 3.5 GPA will be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Criminal Justice program (Corrections or Policing streams) with advanced standing to a maximum of 45 credits.

ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY DIPLOMA

Degree completion for Bachelor of Science in Science and Technology(Engineering Technology)

Applicants who have successfully completed a three-year Engineering Technology diploma program at an Ontario CAAT with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 will be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Science and Technology (Engineering Technology stream) with advanced standing to a maximum of 60 credits.


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D) Special Policies for Advanced Standing (continued)

FINE ARTS DIPLOMA

Degree completion for Bachelor of Fine Arts Applicants who have completed a three-year diploma program in Fine Arts at an Ontario CAAT with a minimum cumulative average of 3.0 GPA will be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) program with advanced standing to a maximum of 60 credits. All students admitted to the BFA program are required to successfully complete the BFA portfolio review by March 1 of their third year of study in order to remain in the BFA program. Students who are required to withdraw from the BFA may be eligible to continue in the BA in Fine Arts program.

Degree completion for Bachelor of Arts Applicants who have completed a three-year diploma program in Fine Arts at an Ontario CAAT with a minimum cumulative average of 3.0 GPA will be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Arts (BA) program in Fine Arts with advanced standing to a maximum of 42 credits.

Applicants who have completed a two-year diploma program with a Fine Arts focus (i.e. Fine Arts, Visual and Creative Arts, Art and Design) at an Ontario CAAT with a minimum cumulative average of 3.0 GPA will be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Arts (BA) program in Fine Arts with advanced standing to a maximum of 30 credits.

REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE (RPN) DIPLOMA

Degree completion for Bachelor of Science in Nursing Nipissing offers Registered Practical Nurses a three-year compressed Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) program. The post RPN to BScN compressed program is offered through a full-time delivery model and is six semesters in length. Successful completion of a two-year Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) diploma with a minimum overall 3.0 GPA from any one of the following colleges: Cambrian College, Canadore College, Collège Boréal, Confederation College, Northern College, Niagara College or Sault College, as well as successful completion of the Canadian

Practical Nurses Registration Examination (CPNRE), or proof of eligibility to write and subsequently pass the CPNRE, is required for admission consideration.

Nipissing also offers currently employed Registered Practical Nurses the opportunity to complete the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) degree through a blended delivery option which combines online learning activities augmented by in-class tutorial sessions. Admission consideration will be given to applicants who have successfully completed a two-year Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) diploma (not certificate) from an Ontario CAAT with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Applicants must also be a current registered member in good standing with the College of Nurses in Ontario (CNO) as an RPN and be an employee (with a letter of support) of one of Nipissing’s partner health care agencies.

ADVERTISING AND MARKETING COMMUNICATION DIPLOMA

Degree completion for Bachelor of Arts in English StudiesApplicants who have successfully completed a two year Advertising and Marketing Communication diploma program at an Ontario CAAT with a cumulative 3.2 GPA or better can be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Arts in English Studies degree program with advanced standing to a maximum of 45 credits.

THEATRE ARTS DIPLOMA

Degree completion for Bachelor of Arts in English StudiesApplicants who have successfully completed a three year Theatre Arts program at an Ontario CAAT with a cumulative 3.2 GPA or better can be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Arts degree in English Studies with advanced standing to a maximum of 60 credits.

Applicants who have successfully completed a two year Theatre Arts program at an Ontario CAAT with a cumulative 3.2 GPA or better can be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Arts degree in English Studies with advanced standing to a maximum of 45 credits.


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E) Special Canadore College Advanced Standing Policies

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION TECHNICIAN DIPLOMA

Applicants who are graduates of the Environmental Technician – Protection and Compliance diploma program at Canadore College with a minimum cumulative 3.25 GPA will be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biology, Liberal Science or Environmental Biology and Technology programs with advanced standing to a maximum of 48 credits.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION TECHNOLOGY DIPLOMA

Applicants who are graduates of the former Environmental Protection Technology diploma program at Canadore College with a minimum cumulative 3.25 GPA will be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biology or Liberal Science programs with advanced standing to a maximum of 48 credits.

Applicants who are graduates of the former Environmental Protection Technology diploma program at Canadore College with a minimum cumulative 3.25 GPA will be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Environmental Biology and Technology degree program with advanced standing to a maximum of 69 credits.

BIOTECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN DIPLOMA

Applicants who are graduates of the Biotechnology Technician diploma program at Canadore College with a minimum cumulative 3.25 GPA will be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biology program with advanced standing to a maximum of 48 credits.

BIOTECHNOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST DIPLOMA

Applicants who are graduates of the Biotechnology Technologist diploma program at Canadore College with a minimum cumulative 3.25 GPA will be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biology program with advanced standing to a maximum of 48 credits

STRENGTH AND SPORT CONDITIONING DIPLOMA

RECREATION THERAPY DIPLOMA

RECREATION AND LEISURE SERVICES DIPLOMA

Applicants who are graduates of the Strength and Sports Conditioning, Recreation Therapy or Recreation and Leisure Studies diploma programs at Canadore College with a minimum cumulative 3.2 GPA will be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Physical and Health Education (BPHE) program with advanced standing to a maximum of 42 credits.


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F) Special Georgian College Advanced Standing Policies

FINE ARTS (ADVANCED) DIPLOMA

Applicants who have completed a three-year diploma program in Fine Arts (Advanced) at Georgian College with a minimum overall 3.0 GPA will be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) program with advanced standing to a maximum of 66 credits.

Applicants who have completed a three-year diploma program in Fine Arts (Advanced) at Georgian College with a minimum overall 3.0 GPA will be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Fine Arts programs with advanced standing to a maximum 48 credits.

All students admitted to the BFA program are required to successfully complete the BFA portfolio review by March 1 of their third year of study in order to remain in the BFA program. Students who are required to withdraw from the BFA program may be eligible to continue in the Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Fine Arts program.

FINE ARTS DIPLOMA

Applicants who have completed a two-year diploma program in Fine Arts at Georgian College with a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA will be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) program with advanced standing to a maximum of 42 credits.

All students admitted to the BFA program are required to successfully complete the BFA portfolio review by March 1 of their third year of study in order to remain in the BFA program. Students who are required to withdraw from the BFA program may be eligible to continue in the Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Fine Arts program.

G) Special Fleming College (Haliburton School of the Arts) Advanced Standing Policy

VISUAL AND CREATIVE ARTS DIPLOMA

Applicants who have completed a two-year diploma program in Visual and Creative Arts at Fleming College (Haliburton School of the Arts) with a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA will be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) program or the Bachelor of Arts (BA) program in Arts and Culture or Fine Arts with advanced standing to a maximum of 33 credits.

All students admitted to the BFA program are required to successfully complete the BFA Portfolio review by March 1 of their third year of study in order to remain in the BFA program. Students who are required to withdraw from the BFA program may be eligible to continue in the Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Fine Arts program.

H) Special Humber College Advanced Standing Policies

COMPUTER ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY (CET) DIPLOMA

Applicants who are graduates of the Computer Engineering Technology (CET) diploma program at Humber College with a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA will be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science program with advanced standing to a maximum of 60 credits.

ELECTROMECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY (EET) DIPLOMA

Applicants who are graduates of the Electromechanical Engineering Technology (EET) diploma program at Humber College with a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA will be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science or in Science and Technology (Robotics or Service Technology streams) with advanced standing to a maximum of 60 credits.


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Q APPLICANTS FROM ACCREDITED CANADIAN COLLEGES Applicants to Nipissing who have studied at an accredited Canadian college may qualify for admission to degree programs if they meet the minimum admissions requirements as outlined in the Ontario College of Applied Arts and Technology (CAAT) admission section above.

Q BIBLE COLLEGE APPLICANTS Applicants from Bible colleges and similar religious-based institutions that are accredited with the Accrediting Association of Bible Colleges will follow the same policy for admission and advanced standing as for the Ontario CAAT.

No credit will be granted for courses in church education or administration, pastoral studies, or courses intended to promote a particular doctrinal or denominational belief.

Q INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS – PROOF OF PROFICIENCY IN ENGLISH All applicants to Nipissing University from countries where the dominant language of instruction is other than English are required to supply proof of proficiency in English. International applicants studying in Canada on a student visa authorization, who have successfully studied full-time at an Ontario secondary school or other Nipissing approved schools for at least the past three years, may be exempt.

Permanent Resident applicants whose first language is not English may also be required to provide proof of proficiency in English. Permanent Resident applicants whose first language is not English but who have lived at least three years in Canada, or a country where English is the dominant language, may be exempt. Acceptable proof of English proficiency is the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum score of 80 (iBT) including a minimum score of 20 in each section of the test, or 550 (PBT).

Other acceptable proof of English proficiency includes the International English Language Test Service (IELTS) with a minimum overall band score of 6.0 (with no band below 6.0), the Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB) with a minimum overall score of 90%, the Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL) with a minimum score of 60 or the Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) with a minimum overall score of 55 and a minimum score of 55 in writing.

Applicants should note the Nipissing University TOEFL institution code is #3614.

For further program or admissions information, please email [email protected] or call (705) 474-3450 ext. 4761.


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NUstudentlifesupportive professors + small classes = personalized learning environment!

Q NORTH BAY CAMPUSThe campus in North Bay is located on a stunning 291 hectares of Canadian Shield forest and is only 3 hours north of Toronto or 4 hours west of Ottawa. With the focus on student-centred learning and living, you will feel a sense of community the moment you step on campus. With more than 60 percent of our students coming from out-of-town, everyone is eager to get to know each other and make new life-long friendships.

Whether you are into the arts, exploring the outdoors, or socializing with friends at any of our local restaurants, check out the City’s website to find out what there is to see and do in North Bay: www.cityofnorthbay.ca

Q STUDENT UNION, CLUBS AND EVENTSStudents attending classes on campus in North Bay and distance students are members of the Nipissing University Student Union (NUSU). Our organization strives to organize students democratically, provide a communication framework, and lobby for legislative change on issues that affect students. As an elected board, NUSU executives and directors represent all Nipissing students and provide a full range of services (financial and academic), activities, and political advocacy to improve your student experience. If you want to get more involved on campus or have a question, email [email protected]

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Q HEALTH AND DENTAL PLAN Exclusively through “We Speak Student”, NUSU is able to offer a flexible insurance plan to all students who pay the health plan ancillary fee. At the beginning of the school year, you can choose one of our flex plans designed to best suit your needs or opt out of the plan entirely if you have already have coverage. To view a complete benefit summary for each of the plans offered, visit www.wespeakstudent.com or contact our VP External at [email protected]

Q NUSU CREWThe NUSU Crew is a group of Nipissing students who are dedicated to informing the student body of pressing issues that directly affect students and events happening on campus. The goal of the crew is to encourage involvement on campus and to maintain a team atmosphere in which students can be a part of promotions for events and concerts, bring awareness to numerous campaigns, and address healthy living issues.

We always welcome new members so be sure to email [email protected] to sign up!

Q THE WALL BAR & GRILLHOUSERestaurant by day, pub by night, The Wall Bar & Grillhouse is your one stop shop for student life, entertainment, and food. For great meals and great deals join us every day for delicious food at student prices! Wednesdays join us for dinner and a show and on Fridays join us for bar nights! Check out The Wall Bar & Grillhouse on Facebook for more details!

Q FOOD BANKNUSU funds and manages a food bank that is accessible to all students during the year and provides much needed nourishment when funds run low. The food bank is regularly stocked with the help of fellow students, Nipissing staff and faculty, as well as the North Bay community. The food bank can be accessed during regular hours of operation of the NUSU Office.

“ In my first year, it was a very interesting transition from working full-time for a few years after high-school to being a full-time student. I felt like I had a lot more free time in a day because the average total in-class hours is only about 15 a week (compared to my 50 hour work-weeks). But school is about a lot more than just attending those mandatory lectures and labs, it’s about taking 100% responsibility for your success in each class. Homework is just the tip of the iceberg; reviewing your notes and reading the textbook prior to every lecture, using external resources like tutors, the academic skills centre and library resources, and getting study groups organized and more, are all things that you are accountable for. Your education is yours, and yours alone! So remember when the course load picks up, there’s no time for procrastination!”

Racheal, Bachelor Business Administration Grad ’15 Hometown: Astorville

Student :Faculty Ratio

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Nipissing offers a friendly community feel and a safe, personalized student experience

Q OFF CAMPUS LIVINGocl.nipissingu.ca

Our off-campus living site is an excellent resource with searchable lists of available accommodations, listings, maps, and year-round housing information for students and landlords. Also on the site are notes on how to inspect your potential new digs, tips for renters that address your personal safety needs, and features to look for in the search for your apartment or house. Quick links to the Hydro Home Assistance Program, the Landlord and Tenant Board, and the Residential Tenancies Act can also be found.

If you are still left with questions or concerns, the Off-Campus Living office provides assistance with landlord/tenant issues and community outreach. For more information call (705) 474-3450 ext. 4242 or email: [email protected]

Q RESIDENCE LIVINGwww.nipissingu.ca/residence

Transfer students may apply to live in residence and will be considered based on space availability. Our residences are rated the finest and most modern in Canada with residence options where studying, socializing, living independently, meeting new friends and making your own choices will provide opportunities for many great experiences. In addition, you will have the added comfort of a room of your own.

The campus has both suite-style and townhouse-style accommodations. The residence staff and Residents’ Councils organize a variety of fun events to suit all interests such as group dinners and potluck suppers, skating parties, the winter carnival, athletic events, movie nights and coffee houses.

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Student success is our top priority Q ACADEMIC ADVISING

www.nipissingu.ca/academicadvising

Our primary focus is to enhance your learning experience and development. We will help you to:

• explore academic opportunities;

• address difficulties; and

• make the best informed and responsible decisions regarding your academic programs, priorities and goals. For more information, visit www.nipissingu.ca/academicadvising

Q ACCESSIBILITY SERVICESEmail: [email protected]/sas

We feel that all students have a right to accessible, barrier-free learning environments. If you have, or suspect that you have, a disability, we encourage you to contact us before you begin your studies to ask about test and exam accommodation, distraction-reduced working and testing areas, note-taking support, adaptive technology and assistive software, alternate format reading materials and counselling or tutorial support. We can make your academic journey so much more productive and rewarding.

Q CAMPUS SHOPwww.nipissingu.bkstr.com

We have partnered with Follett of Canada to run the Campus Shop. In addition to carrying textbooks, we offer:

• Rent-A-Text program;

• University apparel;

• Software;

• School supplies;

• Great selection of greeting cards; and

• Gifts for friends and family.

Q ENJI GIIGDOYANG – THE OFFICE OF ABORIGINAL INITIATIVES Email: [email protected] www.nipissingu.ca/aboriginal

Students and their families are welcome in the Office of Aboriginal Initiatives. In the Nipissing dialect of Anishnaabemwin, Enji giigdoyang translates to mean “where we come to meet, discuss and talk about things,” which is the culture that we foster.

We enhance the educational experience through a holistic approach to academic, personal and cultural services:

• Academic & Personal Supports

• Social & Cultural Events

• Enji Giigdoyang Student Lounge

• Enji Giigdoyang Speaker Series

• Elder in Residence

• Experiential Learning Opportunities

Q THE HARRIS LEARNING LIBRARYwww.eclibrary.ca/library

Our award-winning library is located in the middle of our main campus and is a great place for learning, studying, collaborating and connecting. This large and open space is brilliantly illuminated with natural light and offers a comfortable place to do research, study or meet with up with friends. Built to facilitate learning styles of all types, the library features:

• Expanded online and print collections;

• Learning commons equipped with Mac computers;

• Individual study spaces; and

• Collaborative workrooms and group instruction rooms.

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Q INTERNATIONAL SERVICESEmail: [email protected]/international

In a globally-minded world, we believe it is important for our students to internationalize their degree. Our office helps students achieve this goal by providing support services and programs to assist in intercultural development and integration, fostering global citizenship, and providing opportunities to study abroad and/or internationalize your degree at home.

INTERNATIONALIZING YOUR DEGREE ABROAD

• Immerse yourself in a new culture and spend a year or semester studying at one of our partner schools from across the globe.

• Take your teaching skills abroad by participating in an International BEd Practicum or expand your perspective by participating in a conference, internship and/or training opportunity.

• Give back globally by volunteering with one of our partner organizations.

• Research and study in a culturally different context with our study tours and research opportunities.

INTERNATIONALIZING YOUR DEGREE AT HOME

• Get to know a different culture first-hand by volunteering your time to help international students adjust to life in Canada and at the University. We connect student mentors with international students to provide peer support, opportunities to explore our city and province, and to assist in their campus integration. Help our international students feel like they are right where they belong.

• Work with internationally-minded individuals both on-campus and across Canada who believe that education changes the world and have a passion to give back globally. Become a part of our local World University Service of Canada (WUSC) committee and think globally while acting locally by participating in one of our awareness campaigns or fundraising efforts. WUSC also offers leadership development, conferences and opportunities to get involved globally. For more information, visit wusc.ca

Q PERSONAL COUNSELLINGEmail: [email protected]/counselling

Registered counselling professionals offer free, year-round personal counselling services, specialized therapeutic groups, referral services and a host of wellness, educational and awareness events to all full- and part-time undergraduate and graduate students. Appointment times are reserved each day if you have an urgent need to speak to someone. In the event of a crisis outside of North Bay or after office hours, you may contact one of the following helplines, which are toll free and available 24 hours/7 days a week:

• Good2Talk (Ontario’s Postsecondary Student Helpline) at 1 (866) 925-5454

• The Crisis Line at the North Bay Regional Health Centre at 1 (800) 352-1141

Q STUDENT LEARNING AND TRANSITIONSEmail: [email protected]/transition

Student Learning and Transitions enhances the student experience through learning and development opportunities that support students’ academic and personal success. Services within this office include:

• further developing academic skills that meet individual student needs;

• transition programming that assists with academic and social integration into university life; and

• career development and education.

Upper-year students enjoy our exchange partnerships with Australia, Barbados, China, Finland, France, Germany, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Slovakia, South Africa, South Korea, Sweden, United Kingdom, and the United States.

travel abroad with oneof our partner schools

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Q INTRAMURAL SPORTS Exercise and healthy competition always help to clear the mind. Nipissing’s Athletics Department offers a wide range of intramural activities to keep you on your game. Teams include:

• Basketball

• Dodge ball

• Flag Football

• Hockey

• Slo-Pitch

• Soccer

• Volleyball

• Ultimate Frisbee

For a complete list of sports and details on how to register, visit www.nipissingu.ca/athletics

Q LAKERS CLUB SPORTS Club sports on the North Bay campus are available to all Nipissing students and are both recreational and competitive. Join by visiting www.nulakers.ca and contacting the coach.

• Men’s Basketball

• Cheerleading

• Men’s Lacrosse

• Women’s Ringette

• Women’s Rowing

• Squash

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Q VARSITY SPORTS Go Lakers! Our varsity athletes always bring their “A” game. Get your friends together and come out to cheer on your favourite teams.

For more details, visit www.nipissingu.ca/athletics

We have both men’s and women’s varsity teams competing at the OUA level in:

• Basketball

• Cross-country Running

• Hockey

• Nordic Skiing

• Soccer

• Volleyball

Q STUDENT ATHLETICS CENTRE Whether you are a gym enthusiast or a weekend warrior, Nipissing has just what you need. Oh, and put your wallet away because access to the R.J. Surtees Student Athletics Centre is included in your student fees! Our newly expanded facility features:

• 3 gymnasiums

• 2 international squash courts

• Fitness centre with Zumba, spin, cardio, and pop dance classes

• Cardio studio

• Weight room

• 20 km of hiking trails and a natural waterfall right on campus

Q NORTH BAY RECREATIONIf that’s not enough, North Bay offers even more, all within minutes of campus:

• YMCA with pool

• Arenas

• Downhill ski and snowboarding hill (right in town!)

• Nordic ski clubs

• Biking paths

• Walking trails

• Golf courses

• Tennis courts

• Public beaches ideal for swimming and canoeing

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O N E S T U D E N T AT A T I M E

Student Recruitment Office • 100 College Drive, Box 5002, North Bay, ON P1B 8L7tel: (705) 474-3450 ext. 4200 • toll free (within Ontario): (800) 655-5154

fax: (705) 495-1772 • tty: (877) 688-5507 • email: [email protected] • www.nipissingu.ca

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