Overview
This page is a summary of the joint programs that Ontario universities will offer in collaboration with Ontario colleges for the 2024 cycle.
Each institution defines its own procedures for applying to these programs. The following charts provide an overview of the available programs and indicates where to send your application: Either to the OUAC or OCAS.
Some programs are not open to international applicants. Contact the university for information.
Program Information
Algoma University
Algoma University has a significant number of articulation agreements with Ontario colleges, including joint admission and 2+2 agreements.
Brock University
Brock University has a variety of articulation and collaborative agreements with Ontario colleges.
Carleton University
Carleton University and Algonquin College
| OUAC Program Code | Program Name | Program Notes |
|---|---|---|
| CII | Bachelor of Information Technology – Information Resource Management | Apply through the OUAC. |
| CIM | Bachelor of Information Technology – Interactive Multimedia and Design | Apply through the OUAC. |
| CIN | Bachelor of Information Technology – Network Technology | Apply through the OUAC. |
| CIP | Bachelor of Information Technology – Optical Systems and Sensors | Apply through the OUAC. |
University of Guelph
University of Guelph and Humber College Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning
All programs are delivered concurrently at the University of Guelph‑Humber, located in Toronto.
| OUAC Program Code | Program Name | Program Notes |
|---|---|---|
| GMT | Honours Bachelor of Applied Arts in Media and Communication Studies (BAA) and Diploma in Media Communications | Apply through the OUAC. Transfer applicants can also apply through the University of Guelph-Humber (UofGH) Application. |
| GHF | Honours Bachelor of Applied Science in Community Social Services (BASc) and Social Service Worker Diploma | Apply through the OUAC. Transfer applicants can also apply through the UofGH Application. |
| GHB | Honours Bachelor of Applied Science in Community Social Services (BASc) and Social Service Worker Diploma | Transfer applicants only. Part-time, fully online. Apply through the OUAC or the UofGH Application. |
| GHE | Honours Bachelor of Applied Science in Early Childhood Studies (BASc) and Diploma in Early Childhood Education | Apply through the OUAC. Transfer applicants can also apply through the UofGH Application. |
| GHC | Honours Bachelor of Applied Science in Early Childhood Studies (BASc) and Diploma in Early Childhood Education | Transfer applicants only. Full-time, fully online. Apply through the OUAC or the UofGH Application. |
| GHA | Honours Bachelor of Applied Science in Early Childhood Studies (BASc) and Diploma in Early Childhood Education | Transfer applicants only. Part-time, fully online. Apply through the OUAC or the UofGH Application. |
| GMP | Honours Bachelor of Applied Science in Justice Studies (BASc) and Diploma in Police Foundations or Community & Justice Services | Apply through the OUAC. Transfer applicants can also apply through the UofGH Application. |
| GHK | Honours Bachelor of Applied Science in Kinesiology (BASc) and Diploma in Fitness & Health Promotion | Apply through the OUAC. Transfer applicants can also apply through the UofGH Application. |
| GMA | Honours Bachelor of Applied Science in Psychology (BASc) and Diploma in General Arts & Science | Apply through the OUAC. Transfer applicants can also apply through the UofGH Application. |
| GDB | Honours Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and Diploma in Business Administration | Apply through the OUAC. Transfer applicants can also apply through the UofGH Application. |
Lakehead University
Lakehead University and Georgian College
| OUAC Program Code | Program Name | Program Notes |
|---|---|---|
| AA | Applied Life Sciences (HBSc) and Biotechnology Diploma | Apply through the OUAC. |
| AG | Computer Science (HBSc) and Computer Programmer Diploma | Apply through the OUAC. |
| AM | Electrical Engineering (BEng) and Electrical Engineering Technology Advanced Diploma | Apply through the OUAC. |
| AP | Environmental Sustainability with Specialization in Ecosystem Management (HBASc) and Environmental Technician Diploma | Apply through the OUAC. |
Laurentian University
Laurentian University and St. Lawrence College (Kingston Campus)
| Program Name | Program Notes |
|---|---|
| Business Administration | Apply through OCAS. |
Laurentian University and Northern College
| Program Name | Program Notes |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) | Apply through OCAS. |
McMaster University
All programs are taught on the McMaster University Campus.
McMaster University and Mohawk College
| OUAC Program Code | Program Name | Program Notes |
|---|---|---|
| MPT | Automation Systems Engineering Technology 1 Co-op (BTech) | Apply through the OUAC. |
| MAT | Automotive & Vehicle Engineering Technology 1 Co-op (BTech) | Apply through the OUAC. |
| MRS | Bachelor of Science in Medical Radiation Technology | Apply through the OUAC. |
| MNM | Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) | Apply through the OUAC. |
| MTT | Biotechnology 1 Co-op (BTech) | Apply through the OUAC. |
| MET | BTech – Degree Completion Program (BTech) | Apply through the OUAC; some postsecondary studies required. |
| MRM | Nursing Post RPN (BScN) | Apply through the OUAC. |
Nipissing University
In addition to the collaborative programs listed, there are a number of degree completion pathways for college graduates at Nipissing University.
Nipissing University and Canadore College
| OUAC Program Code | Program Name | Subjects of Major Interest | Program Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAJ | Bachelor of Arts Honours in Criminal Justice | Corrections | Apply through the OUAC. |
| Policing | Apply through the OUAC. | ||
| PAC | Bachelor of Arts in Social Welfare and Social Development and Social Service Worker Diploma | N/A | Apply through the OUAC. |
| PS | Bachelor of Science | Environmental Biology & Technology | Apply through the OUAC. |
OCAD University
OCAD University has many articulation agreements and transfer pathways with Ontario colleges and other postsecondary institutions.
Ontario Tech University
Ontario Tech has a growing number of college-to-university transfer opportunities for Ontario college graduates.
Ontario Tech University and Durham College
| OUAC Program Code | Program Name | Program Notes |
|---|---|---|
| DHN | Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Honours) (BScN [Hons]) | Apply through the OUAC. |
| DHR | Nursing Post RPN Bridge (working toward a BScN [Hons] degree) | Apply through the OUAC. |
University of Ottawa
The University of Ottawa’s agreements with many Canadian colleges allow you to credit certain courses you have completed for the following University of Ottawa programs:
- Honours Bachelor of Commerce
- Honours Bachelor in Digital Journalism
- Honours Bachelor in Public Relations
- Honours Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Ottawa)
- Bachelor of Music, and more
Queen’s University
Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College
| OUAC Program Code | Program Name | Program Notes |
|---|---|---|
| QMT | Bachelor of Music Theatre | Apply through the OUAC. |
Additional College to University Pathways
- Queen’s Engineering Bridge: Available to current students and graduates of Advanced Engineering Technology programs at select Ontario colleges.
- Queen’s Bachelor of Health Sciences: Available to graduates of the Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees at select Ontario colleges.
University of Toronto
University of Toronto St. George and The Michener Institute of Education at UHN
| OUAC Program Code | Program Name | Program Notes |
|---|---|---|
| TRN | Medical Radiation Sciences – Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging Technology | Apply through the OUAC; some postsecondary studies required. |
| TRT | Medical Radiation Sciences – Radiation Therapy | Apply through the OUAC; some postsecondary studies required. |
| TRS | Medical Radiation Sciences – Radiological Technology | Apply through the OUAC; some postsecondary studies required. |
University of Toronto Mississauga and Sheridan College
| OUAC Program Code | Program Name | Program Notes |
|---|---|---|
| TMT | Theatre & Drama | Apply through the OUAC. |
| TEV | Visual Studies | Apply through the OUAC. Some joint programs with Sheridan College. |
University of Toronto Scarborough and Centennial College
| OUAC Program Code | Program Name | Program Notes |
|---|---|---|
| TSJ | Journalism | Apply through the OUAC. |
| TSI | Paramedicine | Apply through the OUAC. |
| TXW | Music, Industry and Technology | Apply through the OUAC. |
Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University)
TMU and Centennial College
| OUAC Program Code | Program Name | Program Notes |
|---|---|---|
| SNN | Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) | Apply through the OUAC or OCAS. |
TMU and George Brown College
| OUAC Program Code | Program Name | Program Notes |
|---|---|---|
| SNG | Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) | Apply through the OUAC or OCAS. |
Trent University
Trent University offers more than 100 articulation agreements that provide degree completion pathways for college graduates.
Trent University and Durham College
| OUAC Program Code | Program Name | Program Notes |
|---|---|---|
| RCL | Journalism/Media Studies | Apply through the OUAC.
This integrated degree and diploma program gets you career-ready with practical media production experience gained in college, and crucial critical thinking and writing skills developed in university. Through an emphasis on hands-on learning, you will gain new confidence building a strong portfolio of work that will help launch your future career in journalism, broadcasting and media. |
Trent University and Fleming College
| OUAC Program Code | Program Name | Program Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science, Ecological Restoration | Apply through OCAS.
By working to ensure our world’s precious ecosystems are preserved, the vision of ecological restoration is that of a better tomorrow for the world’s living organisms, including humans. This unique degree program gives you the practical and theoretical knowledge needed to make your mark in the green revolution, teaching you how to restore our natural environment so that it survives and thrives for present and future generations. | |
| RCN | Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) | Apply through the OUAC.
The Trent/Fleming School of Nursing empowers future nursing professionals, providing you with strong scientific knowledge, compassion and social responsibility. Accredited by the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing, Trent’s nursing programs place an emphasis on experiential learning and a holistic approach to health care. |
| Option in Geographical Information Systems | Apply through the OUAC to Archaeology, Environmental and Resource Studies, or Geography.
As an Archaeology, Geography or Environmental and Resource Science student, you can pursue an option in GIS, the field that connects geography to data. This option will allow you to visualize, question, analyze and interpret data to understand relationships, patterns and trends. |
University of Waterloo
University of Waterloo and Conestoga College
| OUAC Program Code | Program Name | Program Notes |
|---|---|---|
| WLS | Bachelor of Science in Biology or Biomedical Sciences and Biotechnology Technician Diploma (regular or co-op) – Available to Conestoga College students only. | Apply through the OUAC. |
Western University
Western University and Fanshawe College
| OUAC Program Code | Program Name | Site | Program Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| EKF | Bachelor of Arts in Finance and Wealth Management (King’s University College) | King’s University College | Apply through the OUAC. |
| ENW | Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) | Western | Apply through the OUAC. |
| ENF | Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) (Fanshawe site) | Fanshawe | Apply through the OUAC. |
Wilfrid Laurier University
Wilfrid Laurier University and Conestoga College
Wilfrid Laurier University offers many collaborative degree programs with Conestoga College. Most of these partnerships allow students to earn both a bachelor’s degree from Laurier and a graduate certificate from Conestoga College in a reduced duration of only 4 years.
For the following programs, students apply to Laurier directly through the OUAC.
| OUAC Program Code | Program Name | Program Notes |
|---|---|---|
| UHB | Health Studies (BA) with Autism and Behavioural Science or Mental Health and Substance Use (1-year graduate certificate) | If you choose to concentrate in Autism and Behavioural Science or Mental Health and Substance Use in the Health Studies (BA) program, you will take courses from Conestoga College in your third year and earn a graduate certificate in Autism and Behavioural Science or Mental Health and Substance Use, respectively.
In only 4 years, you will graduate with an undergraduate degree from Laurier and a graduate certificate from Conestoga College, a pairing that normally takes 5 years to complete. |
| UVO | Health Administration (BA) with Human Resources Management or Management in Community Services (1-year graduate certificate) | You can choose to take this program in combination with 1 of 2 graduate certificates from Conestoga College: Human Resources Management or Management in Community Services. In third year, you will take courses delivered by Conestoga College on Laurier’s Brantford campus.
You will graduate with an undergraduate degree from Laurier and a graduate certificate from Conestoga College in only 4 years, a pairing that normally takes 5 years to complete. |
| UVH | Human Rights (BA) with Human Resources Management or Management in Community Services (1-year graduate certificate) | You can choose to take this program in combination with 1 of 2 graduate certificates from Conestoga College: Human Resources Management or Management in Community Services. In third year, you will take courses delivered by Conestoga College on Laurier’s Brantford campus.
You will graduate with an undergraduate degree from Laurier and a graduate certificate from Conestoga College in only 4 years, a pairing that normally takes 5 years to complete. |
| UID | International Education Studies with Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certificate from Conestoga College | You can choose to complete a TEFL certificate from Conestoga College, providing you with the training and first credential required to teach English as a second/foreign language in Canada or abroad. You will graduate with a bachelor’s degree from Laurier and a certificate from Conestoga College in only 4 years.
The Conestoga TEFL Certificate program is recognized by Teachers of English as Second Language (TESL) Canada, Standard 1. |
University of Windsor
University of Windsor and St. Clair College (Windsor/Chatham)
| OUAC Program Code | Program Name |
|---|---|
| NN | Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) |
York University
Upper-year Admission Only
York University and Seneca College
| Program Name | Program Notes |
|---|---|
| Broadcasting (BA in Communication and Media Studies and Diploma in Radio or Television Broadcasting) | Apply through OCAS; some postsecondary studies required. |
| Creative Advertising (BA in Communication and Media Studies and Diploma in Creative Advertising) | Apply through OCAS; some postsecondary studies required. |
| Journalism (BA in Communication and Media Studies and Diploma in Journalism) | Apply through OCAS; some postsecondary studies required. |
York University and Centennial College
| Program Name | Program Notes |
|---|---|
| Book & Magazine Publishing (BA in Communication and Media Studies and Graduate Certificate) | Apply through OCAS; some postsecondary studies required. |
| Corporate Communications & Public Relations (BA in Communication and Media Studies Graduate Certificate) | Apply through OCAS; some postsecondary studies required. |
Program Information (in French)
Contact Information for the OUAC and OCAS
OUAC
Mailing Address:
170 Research Lane
Guelph ON N1G 5E2
Telephone: 519-823-1063
www.ouac.on.ca
OCAS
Mailing Address:
60 Corporate Court
Guelph ON N1G 5J3
Telephone: 519-763-4725
Toll-free in Canada: 1-888-892-2228
www.ontariocolleges.ca
If you have questions about programs or admission procedures, contact the university that interests you.
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