Welcome Potential Grads.
Be Informed
- Google Classroom for Potential Grads info. - gkoi2sk
- Check your gapps email and personal email
- WC Bi-Weekly e-Bulletin
- Follow @woodbridgecollege and @wcguidancedept
- Make an appointment through TeachAssist when needed
Graduation Information
Graduation Date to be announced.
Graduation Checklist
- Review Graduation Requirements.
- Ensure you meet the requirements for your program (i.e. French Immersion, SHSM)
- Coming back after Grade 12? Learn more about the 34-credit threshold.
Post-Secondary Planning
Graduating?
Academic Records
There will be a one-time release of grades and other identifying information for all students in Grade 12, using secure transmission technology to the Ontario University Application Centre and the Ontario College Application Service in support and in anticipation of all post secondary applications. If you would like more information about this, please contact your assigned guidance counsellor.
What's next for you?
Explore the tabs below.
- Go to My Pathway Planner on the YRDSB homepage website
- Review previous survey results and journal experiences. Consider redoing previous surveys to receive updated information of your current interests.
- Review your results from the surveys and use the planner to research potential careers.
- Schedule a Guidance appointment if you need help.
- Use My Pathway Planner to determine what pathway(s) will get you to your career goal (apprenticeship, college, university, or workplace)
- Review your options, explore websites, talk to friends/family
Use My Pathway Planner to determine the most appropriate pathway required to reach your goal.
To find more information visit:
Pathway Planning
There are lots of options. Do what is right for you:
- Apprenticeship
- College
- University
- Gap Year
- Work/Volunteer
Our paths can change direction, seem uncertain at times or be indirect...but we all get to where we are supposed to be. Plan your pathway with insight to your skills, reality as to where you are in life right now, financial considerations, short vs long term goals and confidence in yourself to be your own person.
You will create your own OUAC account using your Ontario Education Number (OEN), a nine-digit unique identification number assigned to you which will be sent to your GAPPS email by Secure Electronic File Transfer.
Deadline to apply to University for equal consideration January 15, 2025
Fee to apply : $156
- Apply to a maximum of 3 programs,
- $50 for each additional program
Common Requirements:
For Degree Programs at Ontario Colleges and Ontario Universities
- ENG4U
- 5 other grade 12U or 12M courses. Note: some competitive programs will accept a limited number of 12M courses
It is your responsibility as a student to research the minimum mark and prerequisite requirements for each program you apply to. We are here to help with research and understanding the requirements.
Ontario College Application Service
Deadline to apply to College for equal consideration February 1, 2025
Fee to apply : $125
Apply to maximum of 5 programs
Common Requirements:
For Degree Programs at Ontario Colleges
- ENG4U
- 5 other grade 12U or 12M courses. Note: some competitive programs will accept a limited number of 12M courses
For Diploma Programs at Ontario Colleges
- ENG4C or ENG4U
- At least 3 other senior C, M, or U courses
It is your responsibility as a student to research the minimum mark and prerequisite requirements for each program you apply to. We are here to help with research and understanding the requirements.
If you are interested in a career in the skilled trades, apply to Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) through Co-op to gain hours and skills towards an apprenticeship.
Visit www.yrdsb.ca/oyap for more information or talk to your Co-op teacher or Guidance Counsellor
For labour market trends, explore the York Region Workforce Planning Board website.
Post-Secondary Events
Financing Your Education
Scholarships
A scholarship is a non-repayable sum of money awarded to a student to help finance post-secondary education. These funds are used for post- secondary education purposes: tuition, books and/or residence.
Types of Scholarships & Awards:
- Entrance Scholarship
- Merit Scholarship
- School Nominated Scholarship
- Athletic Scholarship
- High School Awards
- Bursaries/Grants
Who Offers Scholarships and Awards?
- Employers
- Companies
- Charitable Organizations / Associations
- Government
- Post Secondary / Schools
- Religious Organizations
Helpful Links:
- Ontario Universities Scholarships Information
- Paying for College: Tuition and Financial Assistance
- Scholarship Report - find links in the Google Classroom
Did you know?
- Maintaining High Marks = Renewable Scholarships
- You may apply for and be granted an unlimited number of scholarships. Some restrictions may apply – see scholarship granting body for details.
Before you apply:
- Plan Ahead. Check scholarship timeline and do your research.
- Prepare resume and order transcripts.
- Request a letter of recommendation from teachers and/or community members – at least 2 weeks before submission of the rough draft.
- Make a Guidance appointment with your guidance counselor (for nomination scholarships) to review your progress. Be sure to bring your resume, rough drafts, and letters of recommendation. Leave plenty of time
before the scholarship/award deadline. - Know everything there is to know about the scholarship (expectations, requirements, eligibility, deadline for applications).
When applying:
- Fill in all sections of the application unless not applicable.
- Always tell the truth.
- Do not use AI tools
- Use standard 11 pt font for essays and resumes.
- Ensure the application is proofread.
- Provide a copy of the application to your guidance counselor.
- Use your personal email when applying for Scholarships