News & Reminders

  • Ontario university graduates get jobs, earn more money

    Students who complete undergraduate programs at Ontario universities continue to experience high employment and earnings rates, even during uncertain economic times, according to the latest employment survey commissioned by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities and carried out by an independent firm, CCI Research Inc. Read more

  • Not sure which application to use?

    Check out the “Selecting an Application” tool. This tool will help you determine if you are a professional or undergraduate applicant, and will direct you to the proper application.

  • Learn about Ontario Universities!

    Each university has its own unique character and charm. View the links to Ontario Universities to visit their websites and learn what they have to offer.

  • Our Grads Get Jobs!

    Surveys of graduates of Ontario university undergraduate programs show university grads enjoy high employment rates. Read more

  • Common University Data Ontario (CUDO)

    CUDO, a rich database for students, parents and the public, has been revamped to improve the accessibility and scope of its information about Ontario’s universities. Read more

Finance and Fees

Finances and fee breakdown

The OUAC’s annual operating budget of $8 million is derived from application service fees and contract services revenue. Approximately 78% of the fee collected from undergraduate applicants is transferred to the universities in support of their admissions services. Last fiscal year, the OUAC transferred $27 million (net of university supplemental and transcript fees) to the universities. In addition, $15.1 million of the supplemental and transcript fees from the last fiscal year, for both the professional and undergraduate divisions, were transferred to the universities in support of their admissions processing costs.

Summary of OUAC Expenses and Transfers to the Universities 2010-2011

(Excludes supplementary and transcript fees):

"Pie chart of OUAC expenses and transfers"

78% Transferred to the universities

22% OUAC expenses, divided as follows:

14% Salaries / Benefits
2% Computers / Office Equipment
2% General Administration
2% Facilities
2% Communications