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For policy and procedures information email transfercredit@georgebrown.ca or call our Contact Centre at 416-415-2000. If you are having problems with the application in STU-VIEW, please include a screen shot of the error message you are receiving. For course equivalency information or for specific...

Credit Transfer Agreements (Block Transfers) George Brown College also has a number of credit transfer (or block transfer) agreements with other colleges and universities. These agreements allow students to transfer a group of courses completed elsewhere into selected programs at George Brown...

Please note that to be able to transfer credits, you must first apply to a program and if accepted, the academic office of your department will determine what credits can be transferred. You will need to provide a copy of your transcript and course outline for each credit. Please see the video for...

To be eligible to register for an apprenticeship in-school training program at George Brown College, you must be registered with the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development as an apprentice and have an Offer of Training from the Ministry. If you meet these requirements, see...

The registration deadlines for each term are listed on the Important Dates site. Please refer to this page to view your deadline to add courses, drop courses, withdraw from your program and receive a partial refund.

STU-VIEW STU-VIEW is the name of George Brown College’s self-service hub. Applicants can track their application and status, book their admissions assessment/test(s), and update their personal information. Students can pay their tuition fees, register for their program/courses, view their timetable...

Yes, most students must register for their courses on STU-VIEW each term. Your program's registration window will be posted on STU-VIEW before the start of each registration period. Fall Term: Online registration begins in July Winter Term: Online registration begins in November Spring Term: Online...

Yes, you'll be able to register, but only in the foundational-level courses for English and Math. Students who have not completed their placement assessment will have an NT hold - No Placement Assessment Score placed on their account until their assessment result is entered. If you choose not to...

Please select a cohort carefully as the cohort cannot be changed once it has been submitted. If the cohort needs to be changed due to extenuating circumstances, please connect with your academic department for guidance.

If you have completed General Education or Liberal Studies courses at another post-secondary institution and you earned a grade of 60% or higher, you might be eligible for transfer credit. For information about how to apply for transfer credit, please visit the General Education Transfer Credits...

Only students who are registered for a course are granted access in Brightspace to their respective course section. You must remain registered in the course for continued access. Access to the course starts on the first day of class and remains active until 14 days after the official course end date...

Prior to withdrawing from your program/course, you are strongly encouraged to speak to an academic advisor, counsellor, or faculty member to explore your options. In many cases, there may be an alternative to withdrawing from college altogether. To officially withdraw from your program, you must...

Full-time degree and diploma students are eligible for Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) reduced fares. George Brown College is a recognized post-secondary institution under TTC fare policy. For more details, visit the TTC student fare website. You will need a TTC post-secondary photo ID. Follow the...

Academic & Career Entrance (ACE) courses are for adult learners who are out of school. They can assist learners who: wish to get ready for collegeare missing some admission requirements for post-secondary programsneed a credential to improve job opportunities ACE Distance courses are offered online...

George Brown College graduates have access to a range of alumni services. These include: Career services and advisingAlumni privileges with special rates negotiated on your behalf to help you save moneyAlumni webinars for life-long career development For details on these and other benefits, visit...

For General Enquiries, reach out to our Contact Centre. We can be reached by telephone or email. To reach a specific academic department directly, see the departments contact list. For students looking to connect with a student service area, see the services areas list. For information related to...

To reach someone who works in an academic department, see the departments contact list. To reach someone who works in a student service area, see the services areas list. For more assistance, reach out to our Contact Centre. We can be reached by telephone or email.

If you are Deaf or are hard-of-hearing, a range of services are offered for courses and college related activities, including American Sign Language interpreting, notetaking, tutoring, modified course load, and/or adaptive technology, depending on your needs. As soon as you are registered as a...

Account Balance A negative balance appearing on an account indicates that money is owing to the student. This could be as a credit as a result of an adjustment to the student's registration, or a tuition overpayment. You may also just recently paid your fees for the upcoming term and not yet...

If your STU-VIEW account does not show any holds which would prevent you from viewing your grades, then we have not received your grades yet. As soon as grades are received by the Academic Records Office, the grades are available on STU-VIEW. Please check back a couple of days or contact your...

To find out if the college is closed due to bad weather or other circumstances, you can: Check our website at www.georgebrown.caCheck the main social media channelsListen to local radio or television stationsCall the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 or 1-800-265-2002 (Toll-Free)

Your multi-factor authentication (MFA) using the Microsoft Authenticator app is linked to a specific device. 1. If you still have your old device and are moving to a new device: Set up MFA on your new device before resetting your old device. This can be done by following the same steps for setting...

You can get around Toronto by using the city’s transit system – subway trains, buses, and streetcars – which is operated by the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC). The easiest method of paying your fare on the TTC is to use a PRESTO card. Visit the TTC website for more information on transit routes...

The entry levels on ontariocolleges.ca indicate the year and semester in which you want to start a program. For example, level 1 is the first semester of the first year and level 2 is the second semester of the first year etc. If you are interested in applying for Advanced Standing, please go to...

Domestic Applicants Conditional Offers of Admission In some cases, a conditional offer of admission may be issued to: An applicant who is currently enrolled in required courses.In the process of completing a required credential.An applicant who still needs to complete a supplemental requirement All...

T2202 forms are issued to students who have paid $100.00 or more in eligible fees for post-secondary level courses beginning and ending in a particular calendar year. The T2202 tax receipts will available through STU-VIEW each year in February for the previous tax year.

The college provides wireless internet access in our campus buildings. There are two primary networks that cater to different user groups. 1. For George Brown students, staff, and faculty Eduroam provides connectivity and access to college resources including shared drives, intranet portals, and...

In-depth questions regarding the use of the T2202 form in the tax preparation process should be directed to Revenue Canada. Tax guides are available from any Revenue Canada office or a Post Office. Revenue Canada also publishes a booklet called "Students & Income Tax" - Government form P105(E)...

Dress codes for each specific discipline will be given in the course outlines during the first week of classes. Students must have all equipment listed on the Supplies list by the end of the first week of classes. If you do not have the proper shoes, clothing, books, or equipment for each class you...

Continuing Education & Part Time Courses George Brown College is a popular choice for those who wish to upgrade their skills or learn new ones. The College offers a wide range of part time courses in the evening, on weekends, and a few week long intensive courses during the summer. Courses range...

You will find information about deposits, payment methods, refunds, and more in the domestic Tuition Policy FAQs. In addition to the FAQs, there is information about ancillary fees, payment plans, and due dates on the STU-VIEW landing page (look under "Tuition Fees" for details).

Tuition Fee Payments George Brown does not accept postdated cheques. Students can pay their fees using the following methods of payment: Credit card, by logging into STU-VIEWOnline, telephone banking or paying in person at your bank.

We do not have a doctor on campus. If your condition is life threatening, visit a hospital emergency room, call 911, or if you're on campus you can contact the Security team. For non-urgent medical conditions, visit a walk-in clinic to get help from a doctor. You can check online for clinics near...

Public parking lots are available in close proximity to the College. Parking at Casa Loma Campus There are three parking lots available at Casa Loma: Lot A (475 MacPherson Ave.)Lot B (9 Bridgeman Ave.)Lot C (35 Bridgeman Ave.) These lots are available for daily, occasional, and monthly use. Daily...

New Student Orientations and Transition programming (including Up and Running New Student Preparation Days, Academic Program Orientations, Week 3 Service Fairs, Skills for Success Workshops) are a great way to connect with fellow students, staff and faculty, and find out what to expect to help get...

Orientation programming is there to help you succeed, no matter what stage of your academic career you’re in. Before you start, there are online resources to help you such as the Orientation webpages and the Online Learning webpage . Our pre-orientation program Up & Running New Student can get you...

If you have missed your Academic Orientation or are a late admit student, you can reach out to your program coordinator to see if there is a recording you can view. Find out who your program coordinator is by visiting your program page: www.georgebrown.ca/(your program code) e.g., www.georgebrown.ca...

You can view resources to help you get started with college services and supports through the Orientation webpages. You can also view the Online Learning webpage for tips on studying remotely.

Yes, we offer both in person and virtual (video) counselling appointments. To book a counselling appointment, please sign in to the counselling student portal using your GBC username and password. You may select a virtual counselling appointment. You may also contact our Welcome Desk at letstalk...

Brightspace is the supported learning management system at the college. The system provides a consistent way to access course content and tools. The functions in Brightspace allow students to access course material, see their grades, take quizzes, submit assignments, communicate with instructors and...

Our Indigenous Initiatives team works to support students in achieving their academic, work, and life goals at the College. Current initiatives include: Funding, Scholarships, and Awards to help pay for college.Student Centres and Study Space with access to computers and more.Indigenous Mentorship...

We have offices at different campuses. Please come to the location that you chose when you booked your appointment. You can find our office locations here. You may also check the Appointments section of the counseling student portal to confirm the location.

We've put together some important tips to help you prepare for your counselling session. For students who want to arrange a private space to have their virtual (video) counseling session on campus, rooms can be booked at the Library Learning Commons.

Yes, we offer both in person and virtual (video) counselling appointments. To book a counselling appointment, please sign in to the counselling student portal using your GBC username and password. You may select an in-person counselling appointment at your preferred campus location. You may also...

The college has a range of available hardware including laptop computers, tablets, portable hotspots, audio visual equipment, and more. Students can borrow technology equipment at no charge. The loan period for many items is seven days with the possibility of renewal depending on availability. Loans...

If your course list does not look correct in Brightspace: Log in to STU-VIEW to confirm your current course registration. You must be officially registered for the course to appear in Brightspace.Also in STU-VIEW, check that you do not have any academic, financial, or other hold on your account. If...

Getting started As an introduction, follow the Brightspace self-directed online training.There are useful resources available on our Brightspace support page. There you will find how-to videos on accessing the virtual classroom, submitting an assignment, taking a test online, and more. Online...

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) is a cybersecurity measure used by organizations around the world to protect systems and users. When signing in to college applications, in addition to your username and password, you will need to authenticate through the Microsoft Authenticator app on your mobile...

Yes, George Brown College offers the Dual Credit Program. The Dual Credit Program is a School/College/Work Initiative offered by George Brown College in partnership with the Toronto District School Board and the Toronto Catholic District School Board to students attending secondary schools located...