To make sure you’re ready for one of the biggest adventures of your life, follow these important next steps to make sure you’re prepared.
We’ll be reaching out to you over the summer months (so be sure to check your email regularly), but if you have questions or require further information, please contact us. We look forward to speaking with you and guiding you through this new adventure!
Check your Offer of Admission for any conditions and ensure you’re on track to satisfy your requirements. These conditions will be included in the hard copy sent to you in the mail. You can also view it electronically in myInfo under “My Admission Assessment Letters” in the Applicants tab.
Questions? Contact admissions
Don’t forget to pay your confirmation deposit.
As a Lakehead-Georgian student you will have access to tools and resources from both Lakehead University and Georgian College.
MyInfo is the student information portal. MyInfo is where you can perform a variety of functions related to your enrolment. Through MyInfo, you can apply for bursaries, register for classes, view your class schedule, check your tuition fees and account balance, and more. Through MyInfo you can also access the Georgian Student Portal for information about on-campus events, student services, etc.
MyEmail is your Lakehead-Georgian email account. The username and password to access MyEmail is the same as your MyInfo account. All communication will be sent to you through this email account. Important information regarding registration, orientation, scholarships and bursaries, residence, upcoming events and more will be delivered to you using this email account.
MyCourseLink is the online learning management system for your online courses and the web-based component for your on-campus courses. The username and password to access MyCourseLink is the same as your MyInfo and MyEmail accounts. Through MyCourseLink you can access online course materials (e.g., syllabus, course readings, audio and video material, etc.), take online tests and quizzes, participate in discussion forums and other communication tools, submit and retrieve assignments, view grades, and much more!
MySuccess is Lakehead University’s student success portal and is operated by the Student Success Centre (SSC). The username and password to access MySuccess is the same as your MyInfo and MyEmail accounts. You can use this portal to book one-on-one appointments related to writing support, career services, and co-operative education. In MySuccess you’ll find information regarding the tutoring schedule and can access the Lakehead University Job Bank and volunteer opportunities, see upcoming SSC events, sign up for leadership programs and workshops, and update your Lakehead Co-Curricular Record.
Registering for courses is a simple process and one that will be repeated throughout your time at Lakehead-Georgian. Review the resources below for information and instructions to help you with registering for courses. If you have questions or need help, you can connect with Student Central for assistance.
Confirm your registration date
The registration window generally opens in June/July. You will receive an email from the Office of the Registrar informing you when registration opens.
Understand your program requirements
Review the academic calendar to determine what courses you need to take in each year of your program. Click here to view your program requirements for the 2022/2023 academic year.
Build your timetable and register for courses
Now it’s time to build your timetable. We offer Fast Pass sessions that will show you how to access, navigate and successfully register for your courses. However, if you’d like to work through the course registration process on your own, see the below resources for detailed information on registering for courses.
Make changes to your timetable
You can make changes to your course registration up until the add/drop dates. Check important dates to find out the final date to register (add) or withdraw (drop) a course.
Moving away from home to attend Lakehead-Georgian? Our on-campus residences offer everything you need to make your experience fun and safe. Check out the Barrie Campus residence website to discover all the advantages of living in residence, see what amenities are included, and to take a virtual tour.
The deadline to apply for a room in the on-campus student residence is June 1. Apply today.
Meal plans are available through Chartwells Food Services. If you wish to purchase a meal plan, please email mealplan@georgiancollege.ca.
Saving and budgeting for your education is the key to success. It’s important to remember these three things: costs, resources, budget. If you need help, talk to us. Our Student Central team can help you prepare, plan, and strategize so that you can focus on your studies. You can reach them at 1-800-465-3959 or studentcentral@lakeheadu.ca.
Your costs are: tuition, fees, residence, food, books and supplies, entertainment, a trip home, etc. If you put all of your costs onto one page and add them up, that’s how much you can expect to pay for the school year.
Tuition fees vary by level of study, by academic year and by program. Use our online fee calculator to view your fees. Tuition fees are typically announced around May for the following academic year.
Ancillary fees are mandatory fees that support programs and facilities that improve a student’s experience and education. Ancillary fees vary depending on your program and campus. Complete the online fee calculator, then click the ancillary fees link below the chart to see the total of your ancillary fees.
Your resources are: scholarships, awards, and bursaries from Lakehead-Georgian or third-party organizations (work, volunteer organizations), government grants and loans (OSAP), savings, etc.
OSAP
Student loan programs are usually run by your provincial government and offer loans (repayable after school), and grants (non-repayable). These are a great and affordable way of helping to pay for school. If you’re currently living in Ontario, you should check out the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) at ontario.ca/osap.
Lakehead-Georgian offers you the opportunity to apply for in-course scholarships, awards and bursaries – separate from your entrance scholarships – through our partner institutions Lakehead University and Georgian College.
A budget puts your resources and costs together. You’ll want to create a budget each year so you know how much you have to save or how much you have to spend. Complete this student budget form to help you prepare. Our template includes educational expenses, housing, food, transportation, miscellaneous costs and health insurance, as well as sources of income from scholarships, grants, bursaries, RESP, loans, OSAP and work. The template is intuitive and easy to understand.
Visit our Finance and Fees page to find out about student fees, payment deadlines, and payment methods.
A campus tour is the best way to experience life as a Lakehead-Georgian student. You can take a virtual tour of both campuses online from our website, click here to take the tour.
Register with Accessibility services
Our Accessibility services staff can help you with your transition to university. Depending on your individual situation, accommodations may be set up for you to assist you with your academic success.
Connect with on-campus Indigenous services
Biindigen/Welcome! If you have any questions or would like more information about Indigenous student events, services and programming, please connect with us.
Register with International services
We’re committed to helping you achieve your academic goals and have a wide range of services to help you transition to life in Canada.
Understand campus services
Lakehead-Georgian wants you to succeed. We encourage you to take advantage of the advice, assistance and supports offered to help you excel in your studies and to plan for the future. See what’s offered on our campuses.
The ONEcard is the official means of identification on campus. Features extend far beyond a simple ID – it’s your student card, library card, athletic centre card, and a convenient payment for select vendors on-campus and off-campus – all in one! Once you receive your Georgian College student number (early August) you’ll be able to request your plastic ONEcard. Go to the ONEcard webpage to find more information.
Don’t forget to pick up your U-Pass sticker when you get your ONEcard. The U-Pass offers unlimited use of public transit in Barrie to all full-time Lakehead-Georgian students. If you’re a full-time student, you’ll automatically be enrolled in the U-Pass. This is a great an affordable way to get around your new hometown.
Purchase your parking pass
If you’re planning to drive to the Barrie campus, you’ll need to purchase a parking pass online. Pay as you go parking can be purchased via the Honk Mobile app.
Buy your textbooks and course materials
Purchasing your required textbooks, course materials, and supplies is essential to your academic success. It’s important to buy them so you have them for the start of your courses. Visit http://bookstore.lakeheadu.ca to order your textbooks online or visit Bear Essentials at the Barrie Campus store to pick up supplies.
Confirm your health and dental plan
The Lakehead University Student Union Health & Dental Plan offers affordable coverage to all Lakehead-Georgian (domestic) students and their families. Benefits include extended health, prescription drugs, dental, travel, and accident coverage. Coverage lasts for the entire year, starting September 1. If you have comparable coverage (e.g. through your parent’s insurance) you may be eligible to opt out and receive a refund. The deadline to opt out is September 30.
Pay your tuition
As a new student, you may have lots of questions about your tuition. Visit our Tuition Information page to find answers to all of your questions.
Here are the top five ways you can become an active part of your Lakehead-Georgian experience: