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What is Peer Mentor+?
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The Peer Mentor+ Initiative exists to promote a culture of community and mutual support for well-being at George Brown College. Through group and one-on-one facilitation, our goals are increasing student mental health, resiliency, and inclusion. At Peer Mentor+, we understand the importance of...
What is the George Brown College student assistance fund?
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Through funds set aside from tuition fees paid by all full-time students, the College offers bursaries to students who demonstrate financial need. Bursary applications are available on STU-VIEW in Fall, Winter and Spring semester. The deadline to apply is in the last week in September (for Fall...
What is the college Grading System?
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Visit the Grades webpage for information on the College’s grading system. In addition to letter grades, a number of special symbols are permitted on transcripts to more accurately describe a student’s performance in a course or the way in which the final grade was achieved. Those symbols include ATT...
What is the deadline to pay tuition?
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Tuition Deadline The deadline to pay tuition can be found on the invoice students receive with your registration letter. Students that do not pay their fees by the due date will be subject to a non-refundable, non-appealable late charge. For oversubscribed programs, students may lose their seat if...
What is the location for the residence?
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The residence is located at 80 Cooperage Street, Toronto ON M5A 0J3 (open in Google Maps), Downtown Toronto next to the Distillery District. Short walk to classes at St. James and Waterfront Campuses and less than 40 minutes via transit to the Casa Loma Campus.
What is George Brown College’s reputation with employers?
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George Brown College's reputation with employers If you’re looking for the best way to make your career goals happen, George Brown College is the place to be. George Brown is closely connected with industry and community employers, which gives our students great opportunities to network and gain...
What is the penalty for late fee payments?
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Late Fee Penalty The late payment fee for Post-Secondary full-time student is $150. This fee is non-appealable. Students also run the risk of not being guaranteed a seat in their program if fees are not paid by the due date outlined on the invoice. For more information see Tuition Fees and Costs.
What is the Tutoring and Learning Centre (TLC)?
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The Tutoring and Learning Centre is an academic service supporting students in developing core academic English, math, accounting, and study skills. The TLC is a great place for students who would like to improve English, math, accounting, and/or study skills to be more successful in their courses...
What is the Student Association?
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The Student Association is your official student union; focused on representation, advocacy, and programming on students’ experience, rights, and issues. Committed to supporting each other in the struggle for student rights, the pursuit of quality education and the provision of services in a safe...
What is the SafeWalk Program?
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SafeWalk provides walk accompaniment to George Brown College students, staff, and guests. We walk on-campus and off-campus to local parking lots, TTC stops or other building on campus. SafeWalk is a joint initiative between the Student Association and George Brown College. SafeWalk staff are...
What is the school mascot?
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George Brown Athletics have had a proud athletic tradition since it was created in 1967. The Huskies have built a community within the school and helped many students go above and beyond their goals. George Brown Athletics was named after the first Athletic Director's pet dog, which was a Husky. The...
What kind of funding is available for students with disabilities?
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In addition to the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP), there are further options for students with disabilities. Speak to your Accessibility Consultant about potential funding options: Bursary for Students with Disabilities (BSWD) - can assist full-time and part-time post-secondary students...
What is the number in column B/C for on my T2202 form?
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In addition to claiming tuition and ancillary fees, you are also eligible to claim $400 for each month of full-time study or $120 for each month of part-time study. A full-time month equals at least 12 contact hours per week times three (3) consecutive weeks. A part-time month equals at least 3...
What is the Office of Anti-Racism, Equity and Human Rights Services?
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We are here to answer questions related to diversity, equity and human rights at the College and to assist you in matters related to ensuring a welcoming and respectful learning and work environment for all George Brown College students and staff. The Office of Anti-Racism, Equity and Human Rights...
What kinds of electives must I take for my degree program?
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Students in degree programs take a combination of lower-level and upper-level electives. Lower-level electives introduce students to the key concepts in subjects such as psychology, sociology, art history, and environmental science, and upper-level electives explore key issues in these subject areas...
What should I bring to my tutoring session?
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We ask students to bring all necessary materials and do not assume that their tutor will be familiar with their assignment or their course. For assignments, this means bringing in your assignment description and assignment rubric, as well as any rough draft or current work on that assignment. Other...
What should I tell my professors about my accommodation plan?
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Your Accessibility Consultant will communicate your Student Accommodation Plan to your professors for you as required. The earlier that your professors know about your accommodations, the better so that they can work with you to meet your needs in the classroom, or on tests and exams or field...
What is the college code?
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The college code for Ontario College Application Services (OCAS) is GBTC. The college code for OSAP and Financial Assistance is EVAU.
What should I do if I haven’t applied for OSAP yet?
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Apply as soon as possible, at https://www.ontario.ca/page/osap-ontario-student-assistance-program. You cannot receive funding if you apply less than 60 days before the last day of your current full-time study period (of the current academic year) If you have any questions, please contact the...
What is Ontariocolleges' contact information?
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You can find Ontariocolleges.ca contact information at the following link: https://www.ontariocolleges.ca/contact-us Telephone Toll-free in Canada: 1-888-892-2228 Tel: 519-763-4725 Email Ask-Us@ontariocolleges.ca Visitor & Mailing Address ontariocolleges.ca 60 Corporate Court Guelph, Ontario, Canada...
What is a waiting list?
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When all available spaces in a program are filled (based on competition) qualified applicants are placed on a waiting list. If spaces become available, the most qualified applicants on the waiting list are notified by an email and are given a specific time to reply. The deadline to respond changes...
What is advanced standing?
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Students applying for advanced standing are seeking admission to a semester higher than semester one for a particular program of study. Upon admission, a student who has been granted advanced standing is given credit for previously-completed courses in a related area of study, which enables direct...
What should I do if I want to appeal my OSAP assessment?
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You can contact the Financial Assistance Office to inquire about the possibility of an appeal of your OSAP assessment. One of the consultants will see if there is anything that can be done to help.
What are supplemental or 'additional' admission requirements?
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Certain programs at George Brown may have additional requirements, over and above the academic courses or credentials required. This might include: In-person InterviewOnline recorded interviewInformation sessionAdditional testingAuditionPortfolioDemoQuestionnaireReview by Departmental CommitteePrior...
What tuition fees are not eligible for my T2202?
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Fees that are not eligible include: Student Association fees, health and dental insurance, transportation and parking, meals and lodging, goods of lasting value that you will keep, such as a dental kits, uniforms, tools and costs of books. Facilities fees, supply fees and laboratory fees are not...
What types of college events outside the classroom can interpreting or computerized notetaking requests be made for?
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Services can be requested for both class-related activities as well as George Brown events and college activities, such as: Appointments with financial aid, registrar, etc. Tutoring sessions Career workshops Student association events Varsity events Academic requests and class schedules are...
When do I need to take my placement assessment?
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You will take the Placement Assessment after you have accepted your offer into your program. It is best that you complete the assessment before you register for your courses, since this assessment will determine the English and/or Math courses you will be taking in first semester. You are strongly...
When do I apply for financial aid?
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You should apply for OSAP as soon as the application becomes available on the OSAP website. Typically, the new OSAP application is available on the OSAP website by mid-May each year for the upcoming Fall semester. There is no cost for applying for OSAP and you can apply before accepting a program...
When do I receive my degree, diploma or certificate?
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Electronic credentials will be made available typically 1 month after the end of the term. The e-credential is free to view, download, and share. You are not required to order or pay for a copy of your credential. We are mailing hardcopy credentials at the end of each term. Credentials will be...
What types of scholarships do you have?
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Types of Scholarships George Brown College is proud to help students achieve their academic goals. We recognize that financial need can sometimes be a burden and offer a number of awards and scholarships, as well as bursaries. In addition, the college offers scholarships for international students...
When and where are final exams?
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Exams Exams, tests, and quizzes are written throughout the semester and the number you need to write depends on the nature of the course and how you are to be evaluated in the course. Final exams are usually written during the last couple of weeks of scheduled classes but be sure to check with your...
When is convocation?
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Convocation / Graduation A graduate's official graduation date is the end date of the last semester for their program. The graduation date appears on official transcripts and the actual awarded degree, diploma, or certificate. Convocation is the formal ceremony celebrating graduation. It is an...
When will I find out if I have been accepted into the residence?
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Academic Year Acceptance Our first round of formal acceptance emails will be mailed out in April. If we reach full capacity, you will receive a waitlist notification. We will be communicating to new applicants every 10 business days with the status of your applications/acceptance.
When was the school founded?
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Inception of George Brown College George Brown College was formed in 1967 to serve the central core of the present City of Toronto area, continuing and quickly adding to the programs of two existing Provincial Trades Institutes originally founded in the 1950s and 60s. For more on the history of...
When do my OSAP repayments begin?
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Repayments of your government student loans begin six months from the end of your full-time studies. If you complete your program earlier, your repayments will begin six months from that date. Prior to the end of the six months, you will receive your repayment information just via mail. It is your...
When will I receive my registration letter and fees estimate?
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Domestic Students: Paying Fees and Registering If you're a full-time post-secondary student, your registration letter and fees estimate will be available through STU-VIEW prior to the start of your program. Note: part-time students will not receive a fees estimate, payment will be requested upon...
Where can I find course outlines?
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Course Outlines You can visit the Course Outlines page and search for past course outlines by course code or by course name. For current course outlines, please see your instructor directly who should provide you with an outline when your course begins.
Where can I find information on off-campus housing?
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For off campus housing information, please visit the Places 4 Students website This registry contains listings of private accommodations within the Greater Toronto Area. You can also contact Housing Info at George Brown College by emailing housing@georgebrown.ca or visit the Housing Information...
Do you have collaborative programs with other universities?
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George Brown College offers Collaborative programs in Partnership with Toronto Metropolitan University in Nursing and Early Childhood Education. This partnership allows students to study at both institutions. Students who pursue the Early Childhood Education collaborative program earn credentials...
Do you offer English as a Second Language (ESL) courses for domestic students?
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George Brown College is a leading provider of English as a additional language education with over 50 years of experience. You can explore our options in both part-time ESL and the full-time program English for Academic Purposes (EAP).
Where can I find information on assessment and placement testing?
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Please visit the Assessment Centre website for up-to-date information on assessment and placement testing.
When will my OSAP/supporting documentation be processed?
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Please allow 3-6 weeks from submission of your supporting documents to be reviewed by the Financial Aid Office. Once reviewed, the status will update on your OSAP account on whether the documents were approved or denied. If there’s any issues you will be notified through your OSAP Message Centre.
Where can I find information for my tuition tax receipt?
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Tuition Tax Receipts (T2202A) You can get a copy of your Tuition Tax Receipt through your STU-VIEW account. The receipt is available online in February of each year for the previous tax year. For more information, please visit the Tuition Tax Receipt webpage.
Where can I find more information about placement testing?
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For more information about placement testing, you may: Visit the Assessment Centre websiteE-mail your questions to gbctest@georgebrown.ca Please note that although we strive to return phone calls and emails promptly, our response may take up to 3 business days due to a high volume of inquiries.
Where can I find more information about my tuition fees?
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For more information, please see the Tuition Policy FAQs for full-time post-secondary students.
What is the Post-Graduation Work Permit?
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The post-graduation work permit (PGWP) is a work permit that graduates may be eligible to apply for upon completion of their program. The permit is valid from 8 months to up to a maximum of three (3) years, depending on the length of the academic programThe permit allows students to work anywhere...
Where is the Waterfront campus?
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Daphne Cockwell Centre for Health Sciences at Waterfront Campus George Brown College's newest campus, the Waterfront Campus, opened September 2012. This campus houses inter-professional team-based education in healthcare. Located right on the spectacular Toronto waterfront, it is equipped with...
Where is your school located?
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School Location George Brown College is located in downtown Toronto at three (3) different campuses, as well as at several satellite locations. Our website contains directions and maps to all locations to make it easy to find the campus you are looking for. As well, if you check the information for...
Where should I go for my online or remote counselling appointment?
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Find a private space where you feel comfortable for your online appointment with your counsellor. Having a session while you are in a moving vehicle or walking/sitting in public is not appropriate. Please note that for security reasons, you will be asked to provide the address of your location at...
Will GBC help me to apply for my study permit?
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George Brown College staff are unable to assist students when applying for their initial study permits. For more information on how to apply for a study permit, please visit the IRCC website. However, George Brown College does have Regulated International Student Immigration Advisors (RISIA) on...