101 – University of Guelph

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Last updated: October 3, 2016.

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University of Guelph Programs

About the University of Guelph
Scholarships
Residence Accommodation
Accessibility
Semester Entry Points
Application Deadlines
Additional Admission Information
Veterinary Medicine
English Proficiency Requirement
Contact Information

About the University of Guelph

The University of Guelph is considered to be one of Canada’s best comprehensive universities, recognized for the high quality of our teaching, research and outstanding facilities. Engaged in a wide variety of academic programs, Guelph’s 22,000 students thrive on the cutting edge of their fields.

The Campus

The beautiful main campus of 412 hectares is approximately an hour’s drive west of Toronto.
Includes a 165‑hectare arboretum and a 12‑hectare Research Park.

Our People

We are Guelph Gryphons. Our colours are red, gold, black.
22,446 students call our campus home.
Over 5,000 students live in residence.
17 intramurals, 17 varsity teams, 22 sports clubs, and more than 200 student clubs and organizations.
Alumni: 110,000+ active alumni in more than 149 countries.

Special Characteristics

Over $146.6 million in annual research funding makes Guelph one of Canada’s most research‑intensive universities.
The Centre for New Students, the first of its kind in Canada, helps you make a successful transition to university.
The largest residence system in Ontario.
An outstanding library system with access to more than 7.5 million items.
74 exchange opportunities in 36 countries in Europe, Africa, Asia, Latin America, Oceania and the United States.

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Scholarships

$18.9 million in student assistance.

Top awards:

President’s Scholarships, Chancellors’ Scholarships, and the Lincoln Alexander Scholarships: 12 scholarships valued at $40,000 each
Board of Governors’ Scholarships: 25 awards of $20,000 each

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Residence Accommodation

If you are entering in the fall and enrolling in semester 1 at the Guelph campus, you are guaranteed a room in residence if you apply by the deadline. More than 5,000 residence spaces are available with a variety of residence styles to suit every taste.

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Accessibility

We believe that the educational experience of university should be open to every student who is academically qualified.

Students with hearing, visual, mobility, medical, psychiatric or learning disabilities are encouraged to contact the Coordinator in the Centre for Students with Disabilities to discuss your specific needs and requirements.

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Semester Entry Points

Admission to semester 1 is available in the fall only.

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Application Deadlines

January 11: All other programs – to be considered for early offers of admission.

January 11: Turfgrass Management – applications received after this date are considered only as space allows. (February 15 for supporting documents)

March 1: All other programs

You are encouraged to apply as early as possible. You will be informed of the required forms and deadlines when you apply. Forms will be available electronically. Special deadlines may pertain to Background Information Sheets/Forms and supporting documentation.

Additional Admission Information

BLA requires a Background Information Form
Turfgrass Management requires a Supplemental Information Sheet

You will be notified in your Acknowledgement Package if you are required to submit supplemental forms. Forms will be available electronically. Please note return dates and addresses.

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Veterinary Medicine

There is no direct admission to the Veterinary Medicine program from high school. Completion of 2 years of a university science program is required for admission consideration.

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