University of Guelph-Humber

Admission average

Your admission average is calculated using your top six 4U/M courses, including your subject requirements. This average is calculated using the most current grade data available to us through the admission process. Offers are conditional based on your admission average until final grades and all conditions are met.

Final admission average

Your final admission average is calculated using final grade data upon your high school completion, sent to us by the Ontario Universities' Application Centre. Renewable entrance scholarships are based on final admission average.

Estimated cut-off range

Estimated cut-off ranges are based on the admission averages from previous years and are provided as a point of reference. Exact cut-offs for the current admission cycle will be determined by the quantity and quality of applications received and the number of places available in the respective program. Possession of an admission average within the estimated cut-off range does not guarantee an offer of admission.

Repeated courses, summer school, night school and correspondence

The University will use the highest grade reported for grade 12 courses (U/M) taken at a Ministry-approved school prior to June 2023, regardless of format.

Grades

Your grades will automatically be sent to the University as data is received by the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC). Please inform your guidance counsellor at your home institution (full-time Ontario high school) if you are enrolled in coursework at another Ministry-approved institution to ensure all of your course and grade updates are submitted to the OUAC. Later, you can check your OUAC account to see the grades and subjects that have been submitted.

English language requirements

If your first language is not English, or if you have completed less than four years of study in English at the secondary (or postsecondary) level, then you are required to submit proof of English proficiency. Please check our English language requirements to ensure you will meet all admission requirements.

You will receive an email with detailed instructions (after you apply) if you are required to demonstrate English proficiency as part of your application. 

Please note: The University reserves the right to deny admission to you if you do not demonstrate satisfactory proficiency in English, regardless of academic qualifications.

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB)

Please visit our Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) page for full requirements.

Apply now

All applications are done online through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC), ouac.on.ca. You will create a user profile on the OUAC site to start the application process. They also provide you with video tutorials about how to apply, FAQs and other resources.

Deadline

The January 12, 2023 deadline to submit your application to be considered for all rounds of offers through the admission cycle has passed.

Select programs remain open to applications, but may close at anytime.

Choose your program

You can use the program codes listed below to search for a program on the OUAC website. University of Guelph-Humber programs are listed under the University of Guelph. If you apply to more than one program at the University of Guelph-Humber, you will be considered for all programs to which you apply.

• Business - GDB
• Community Social Services - GHF
• Early Childhood Studies - GHE
• Justice Studies - GMP
• Kinesiology - GHK
• Media and Communication Studies - GMT
• Psychology - GMA

Application fees

You will pay an OUAC application fee of $150 for your first three program choices. Each additional program choice is $50. If you remove a program choice and add a new one at the same university, there is no additional fee.

Grades

Your grades will automatically be sent to the University as data is received by the OUAC from your school. Please inform your guidance counsellor at your home institution (full-time Ontario high school) if you are enrolled in coursework at another Ministry-approved institution to ensure all of your course and grade updates are submitted to the OUAC. You will be able to check your OUAC account to see the grades and subjects that have been submitted.

Student Profile

The Student Profile (SP) is your opportunity to tell us about factors that may have impacted your grades. If your admission average does not meet the cut-off for the program to which you have applied, your SP may be considered in May if your average is within a discretionary range of the determined cut-off (up to 5%). If you have an admission average of 70–74.9%, it is strongly recommended that you submit a SP to be considered for admission. Profiles must be completed online (separate from the OUAC) and are due May 1, 2023.

Supplementary Information Form for Students with Disabilities

The University of Guelph-Humber strives to provide equal opportunity for academically qualified students with disabilities. If you believe that your admission average does not reflect your true academic ability as a result of a disability, you are encouraged to complete the Supplementary Information Form for Students with Disabilities (SIF- D) on the University of Guelph website.

If you have an admission average of 70–74.9%, or if your admission average does not meet the cut-off for the program to which you have applied, it is strongly recommended that you submit a SIF-D. Your SIF-D may be considered in May if your admission average is within a discretionary range of the determined cut-off (up to 5%). Deadline is May 1, 2023.

For more information, visit our Student Profile webpage.

Please note: Documents submitted in support of an application become the property of the University and will not be returned.

Conditional offers of admission are made based on interim transcripts whenever possible. Your offer of admission is conditional on the successful completion of your high school diploma, completion of six 4U/M level courses including program-specific subject requirements and a minimum final admission average as outlined in your offer of admission.

Please refer to the OUAC for your admission status; we do not have an admission portal for this purpose.

All high school applicants will receive a decision on their application by May 29, 2023.

We recommend that you check your OUAC account to see your grades and subjects that have been submitted. It shows you the data the University has received to date.

About your offer

Every offer of admission is conditional. When you accept your offer, it is with the assumption that all conditions of that offer will be met by a deadline outlined in your offer letter.

Your offer of admission is valid unless you fail to meet the conditions of the offer or you decline the offer. Because the offer is conditional on your final grades, many people expect to receive another final non-conditional offer from the University later on in July — this does not happen. Once final grades are received in July, the University will review final conditions and will outreach to any students whose offer may be in jeopardy. You should review your OUAC account to ensure the grade information reported is complete and correct.

If you are not contacted by the University, then your offer of admission stands as outlined in the original offer (i.e., we do not send out a final offer letter). In this case, NO NEWS MEANS GOOD NEWS. Don't hesitate to contact us with any concerns.

Deferrals

If you have been admitted to a program at the University but are unable to begin your studies in the fall, you may request to defer your offer. You must first accept your offer of admission. For further instructions, please read the "After Accepting" section.

If you are entering into first-year Early Childhood Studies, you may be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Screening, documentation of immunization and a First Aid/CPR certificate prior to your first-year placement. Check the New Student Guide for more information and visit our Get Ready for Placement page for timelines.

If you have received an offer of admission, you are eligible to apply for residence. Residence operates on a first-come, first-served basis; therefore, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible (after you receive an offer).

Applications for fall residence open online in February 2023.

The application process is a two-step process that can take a few days to complete because you need to wait for step 1 to be processed before you can complete step 2. Please do not leave applying for residence to the last minute. Students are encouraged to apply for residence as soon as possible, as our system tracks the order in which students submit their application, and spaces will be offered to eligible students in that order.

Any changes/updates about residence will be posted.

The best way to learn more is to participate in one of our events or webinars.

You can also take a look through our website to learn about Academic Advisors, Career and Placement Services and campus life.

Any questions? Call us at 416.798.1331 ext. 6056 or email futurestudent@guelphhumber.ca.

After accepting, you'll receive information on next steps from your Advisor/Student Services office in the late spring.

Discover the advising supports available to you, how to navigate WebAdvisor (our student administration system), and key upcoming dates.

If you want to defer your offer of admission

You may request a deferral if you have accepted your offer of admission into a University of Guelph-Humber program but are unable to begin your studies in fall 2023. A fee applies.

As an alternative, you may consider studying part-time by taking a reduced course load and enrolling in less than 2.00 credits (four courses). Before doing so, we recommend you contact:

• Your Academic Advisor to understand the impact of course selection and course sequencing.
• Student Financial Services to discuss the potential impact to the conditions of your scholarship, OSAP and other funding.

To be considered for a deferral you must:

• Accept your offer of admission by the June 1 deadline (or as otherwise noted in your offer letter).
• Meet all conditions outlined in your Offer of Admission by the deadline noted on your offer letter.
• Submit the deferral application through WebAdvisor.
• Not attend any other postsecondary institution during the deferral period.

Deferral application process

1. Complete the application. The deferral application is available June 1 to July 28 through WebAdvisor under the “Applicant” menu. To access WebAdvisor, you will need your central login information (sent to you via email in May once you accepted your offer of admission).
2. You must submit the application form and the $90 fee by July 28.
3. Applications are considered on a rolling basis for students who satisfy the conditions of their offer. Once we have considered your application, we will communicate the decision to you by email.
4. If you submit a deferral application and later choose to withdraw that application to begin classes in 2023, please email Admission Services.
5. If you are granted a deferral, you will receive a new Offer of Admission by the following February.

There are programs and events at UofGH you can be a part of before you come to campus in September.