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I forgot my OUAC password.

You can use the “Forgot your password?” link to reset your password. This functionality is available on your OUAC application and on the OUAC-OSAP link page. You will need to provide your OUAC username and the email address associated with your OUAC Account. A link to reset your password will be emailed to you and will expire 1 hour after the time sent…

I forgot my OUAC username.

You can use the “Recover your username” link to retrieve your username. This functionality is available on the login page of your OUAC application and on the OUAC-OSAP link page. You will need to provide your date of birth and the email address associated with your OUAC Account. The username will be emailed to you…

I lost my OUAC Reference Number. Can you give it to me?

The OUAC requires your full name, address, birth date and other relevant application information to verify your identity before providing your OUAC Reference Number. You will find your OUAC reference number in the email that was sent to you when you submitted your application and in the left navigation menu of your application when you log in. If you are a 101 applicant, your guidance counsellor can also provide your OUAC Reference Number…

I lost my OUAC Reference Number. Can you give it to me?

The OUAC requires your full name, address, birth date and other relevant application information to verify your identity before providing your OUAC Reference Number. You will find your OUAC Reference Number in the email that was sent to you when you submitted your application, and in the Application Status summary on your Hub. If you are a current Ontario high school student, your guidance counsellor can also provide your OUAC Reference Number.

What is the difference between a Reference Number and a Username?

When you first create an OUAC account, you will create a username and password, which you will have the option of changing. If you have misplaced/forgotten your username, select “Recover your username” on the Log In page. You will be prompted to enter your date of birth and email address and your username will then be emailed to you. Once you have submitted your online application, you will receive a 6-digit OUAC Reference Number that begins with the number “7”. If you are applying by paper, this Reference Number will be printed on your application package…

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