Help is always available…..

2. Help is always available….. Required fields have stars….. Some results have many pages. Completed sections have checks. Before we begin, some pre-application pointers:

3. Live links at bottom of page Error messages in red MUST have a valid e-mail address – check JUNK mail regularly! … more pre-application pointers:

4. 3 Cases: 1 – new 2 – done creating account 3 – applied last year Let’s get started - Click on “Apply”

5. Case 2 – done creating Case 1 – brand new (i.e. logging back in) (first time)

6. Write it down! Case 1 – Creating your account (keep track of info)

7. 3 “Account activation successful” message indicator provided “Please click here to begin” 1 “Account creation completed” message indicator provided 3 2 2 Confirmation E-mail: - check junk mail - must confirm to go on - click on live link 4 4 Login using information provided during account creation: Username Password

8. “Username” or “Password” Recovery - need e-mail address - security question Information will be sent to the e-mail account connected to your application. Check JUNK mail. “Username” and “Password” Recovery Information - sent under separate e-mails Expires after 7 days

9. You must accept the “Privacy Statement” in order to continue. . Read your “Applicant Dashboard” carefully! There is a great deal of needed information here. . .

10. Explore all the dashboard information available. Read it carefully! Keep track of all your personal information. You will go through each item progressively. .

11. You must also add “Mailing Information” which must be accurate and complete. . You must add “Personal Information” in order to continue. OEN moved to Education Info page.

12. You must confirm and accept your address. Complete the remaining information. Read ALL instructions CAREFULLY! If you wish, add “Second Consent” which allows another person (ex. parent, up to 3) to discuss account or request information. .

13. . If you provide “Second Consent” you must indicate the person(s) and access levels that you allow this person to have. You must include an e-mail address for each additional person. These additional persons will also receive e-mail confirmations and directions in order to be able to access your account. Additions/deletions can be made at any time.

14. Continue to add “Citizenship and Residency” information.

15. You must now indicate your “Education” history information. Read all items carefully.

16. 1 3 2 Read all steps carefully. OEN entered here….

17. Confirm education. If your education is being sponsored by an agency (ex. employer, MET for Apprenticeships, Social Assistance), complete information on “Financial Support”. This is not OSAP or any scholarships and/or bursaries.

18. Complete the “Experience” section only if you have related work experience (Co-op placements, part-time jobs, volunteering, etc.). Read all steps carefully. If you have none, check box at bottom and click “DONE”.

19. “When would you like to start college?” You must choose your start date. You can search by “Available Colleges” or by “Program Titles” and add each as found. . “Manage Program Choices” Now you finally get to start choosing your programs!! Remember, only 5 choices and no more than 3 at any one. .

22. You do not need a “Transcript Request – we will send transcripts. Uncheck the box then hit “Save”.

23. In order for your application to be completed and your program choices be sent to the appropriate colleges, you must complete the “Payment Summary” including a payment method. OCAS will not process your application until full payment is received. It is best to print your summary. . Select your “Payment Method” by checking choice. Complete payment details, then click “Process Transaction” only once. .

24. If your payment is approved, you will receive a message indicating this. Once again, you should print the verification by clicking “Print Summary” and keep this receipt with all your application information. If declined, follow the instructions. Then click on “Go Home” Once colleges have received your application, you will start to receive “Offers of Admission” which appear in your account. You may only accept one at a time. You must wait 24 hours to change your acceptance of an offer to another. On your dashboard, click on: “View Offers” .

25. Explore other areas of your account in order to get the most from it. Your “Activity History” contains important information. Check it regularly. Always verify account updates and other information such as course marks. You can return to your application to continue or make changes from the login page. You can access the appropriate section from the “Applicant Dashboard” which is listed on the left column of the login page. Message indicators will be posted to your dashboard. Logout when done! .

26. Scholarships and Financial Assistance • It is your responsibility to research scholarships • Links provided at www.publicboard.caunder the “Students - Scholarships” tab • External Scholarships - applications or advertisement available in Student Services (many based on community involvement and leadership skills) • Listen to announcements • All advertisements posted on bulletin board outside the Student Services Office – CHECK THESE!! • Check the college “Financial Aid” pages • Local bursary/scholarship and OSAP information to come in April at the Spring Grad Meetings

27. Thank-you