Mature Applicant: How to Apply
To be considered for admission, you must:
- Have completed an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or equivalent), and
- Be unable to present six completed 4U/M courses (or equivalent), and
- Be out of high school for more than two years, and
- Not have completed any postsecondary studies (i.e., never attended a college or university)
Please note: If you have been out of high school for more than two years but have completed six 4U/M courses (or equivalent) then you are considered a High School Graduate with all applicable admission requirements.
4-Step Admission Process
1. Before Applying
Get to know U of GH
Research
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Participate in an event or webinar, take a tour and/or book a one-on-one appointment with a University representative.
Admission Requirements
Your admission average will be calculated using a minimum of three 4U/M courses (or equivalent), including program-specific requirements noted below.
Business
OUAC Code
GDB
Subject Requirements:
- One of ENG4U, EAE4U or FEF4U
- Any 4U math
- One additional 4U/M course
Minimum Admission Average to Apply
70%
Estimated Cut-Off Range
75–80%
Note: (a) The non-academic component of 4U/M co-op courses is not considered for admission requirements. (b) Courses valued at 1.5 credits or greater will be considered equivalent to one credit. (c) The University will only accept courses approved by the Ministry of Education. We also accept online courses approved by the Ministry of Education.
Early Childhood Studies
OUAC Code
GHE
Subject Requirements:
- One of ENG4U, EAE4U or FEF4U
- Two additional 4U/M courses
Minimum Admission Average to Apply
70%
Estimated Cut-Off Range
75–80%
Note: (a) The non-academic component of 4U/M co-op courses is not considered for admission requirements. (b) Courses valued at 1.5 credits or greater will be considered equivalent to one credit. (c) The University will only accept courses approved by the Ministry of Education. We also accept online courses approved by the Ministry of Education.
Justice Studies
OUAC Code
GMP
Subject Requirements:
- One of ENG4U, EAE4U or FEF4U
- Two additional 4U/M courses
Minimum Admission Average to Apply
70%
Estimated Cut-Off Range
75–80%
Note: (a) The non-academic component of 4U/M co-op courses is not considered for admission requirements. (b) Courses valued at 1.5 credits or greater will be considered equivalent to one credit. (c) The University will only accept courses approved by the Ministry of Education. We also accept online courses approved by the Ministry of Education.
Kinesiology
OUAC Code
GHK
Subject Requirements:
- One of ENG4U, EAE4U or FEF4U
- Any 4U math
- SBI4U
Minimum Admission Average to Apply
70%
Estimated Cut-Off Range
75–80%
Note: (a) The non-academic component of 4U/M co-op courses is not considered for admission requirements. (b) Courses valued at 1.5 credits or greater will be considered equivalent to one credit. (c) The University will only accept courses approved by the Ministry of Education. We also accept online courses approved by the Ministry of Education.
Media and Communication Studies
OUAC Code
GMT
Subject Requirements:
- One of ENG4U, EAE4U or FEF4U
- Two additional 4U/M courses
Minimum Admission Average to Apply
70%
Estimated Cut-Off Range
75–80%
Note: (a) The non-academic component of 4U/M co-op courses is not considered for admission requirements. (b) Courses valued at 1.5 credits or greater will be considered equivalent to one credit. (c) The University will only accept courses approved by the Ministry of Education. We also accept online courses approved by the Ministry of Education.
Psychology
OUAC Code
GMA
Subject Requirements:
- One of ENG4U, EAE4U or EFE4U
- Two additional 4U/M courses
Minimum Admission Average to Apply
70%
Estimated Cut-Off Range
75–80%
Note: (a) The non-academic component of 4U/M co-op courses is not considered for admission requirements. (b) Courses valued at 1.5 credits or greater will be considered equivalent to one credit. (c) The University will only accept courses approved by the Ministry of Education. We also accept online courses approved by the Ministry of Education.
Estimated cut-off admission 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 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 taken at a Ministry-approved institution school prior to June 2025, regardless of format.
Transcripts
Please refer to the required documents section in the "Applying" section for more information.
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. For full details, visit our English language requirements page.
You will receive an email with detailed instructions (after you apply) if you are required to demonstrate English proficiency as part of your application.
The University reserves the right to deny admission to you if you do not demonstrate satisfactory proficiency in English, regardless of academic qualifications.
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2. Applying
Apply online by January 15
All applications are done online through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC). You will create a user profile on the OUAC site and complete the Undergraduate Application. They also provide you with video tutorials about how to apply, FAQs and other resources.
After you submit your application, you must submit transcripts and may be asked for other required documents to support your application. Please review the "Send in required documents" section under "After Applying."
Apply by January 15, 2025 to be considered for all rounds of offers through the admission cycle.
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 and you have never attended postsecondary studies, you will be considered for all programs to which you apply.
- Business - GDB
- Early Childhood Studies - GHE
- Justice Studies - GMP
- Kinesiology - GHK
- Media and Communication Studies - GMT
- Psychology - GMA
Required documents
All applicants: Please refer to the "After Applying" section to get full details about submitting all documents.
Ontario and British Columbia applicants, please note: You can request high school transcripts online through the OUAC during the application process, however we strongly recommend that you wait until after your application is submitted and you receive an email from Admission Services regarding required documents to ensure you request the correct documents. A service fee does apply for transcript requests. You can request transcripts after you have completed the online application.
Optional documents
Student Profile (SP)
The SP offers you an opportunity to tell us about factors that may have impacted your grades. You are encouraged to complete the SP if your average is within a discretionary range of the determined cut-off (up to 5%). Optional to complete. Profiles must be completed online (separate from the OUAC) and are due March 1, 2025.
Supplementary Information Form for Students with Disabilities (SIF-D)
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 SIF-D on the University of Guelph website.
If you identify as a student with disabilities and your admission average does not meet the cut-off for the program to which you have applied, your SIF-D may be considered if your average is within a discretionary range of the determined cut-off (up to 5%). Optional to complete. Deadline is March 1, 2025.
For more information, visit our Supplementary page.
Please note: Documents submitted in support of an application become the property of the University and will not be returned.
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3. After Applying
Check your email! And start using WebAdvisor
Shortly after you apply, you will receive an email from the University acknowledging your application.
You will get an email with a user ID and password to WebAdvisor and U of GH email.
It is important to use WebAdvisor, our online student administration system, because it lists your required documents and you can see what documents have been received.
Set up your U of GH emails to receive official emails from the University regarding your application and documents. Instructions for how to set up your email can be found on our New Student Guide webpage.
Send in required documents by April 1
Official transcripts
A transcript is an official record of your academic performance at an educational institution. A transcript is considered official if it is produced by and bears the seal of the issuing institution. You must declare all educational institutions attended.
Check your WebAdvisor account to see what transcripts are required.
How to submit transcripts
You must arrange to have your high school transcript and any in-progress course transcripts sent to Admission Services. Certain high schools in Ontario and British Columbia allow you to request your official high school transcript electronically through the OUAC. If your high school is not included in this service, you need to contact your school board to arrange for your official transcript to be emailed directly to Admission Services. Please ask to have your OUAC Reference Number included on your transcript.
Other required documents
Check your WebAdvisor account to see what other documents are required (if any). Documents may include the following:
- Education Declaration: You will be notified on your WebAdvisor account if we require this form. You can access the Education Declaration through your WebAdvisor account. It is a form provided by the University to document your academic history.
- Proof of English proficiency: If the University notified you that you must provide proof of English proficiency then please ensure you request your documents be sent to Admission Services. Test results must be less than two years old prior to your application. IELTS and Duolingo results can be emailed to Admissions for verification. All other test results can be sent to the University via the testing institution. The University reserves the right to deny admission to you if you do not demonstrate satisfactory proficiency in English, regardless of academic qualifications.
Check on your documents
You can check to see if your documents have been received by using our student administration system, WebAdvisor. Learn more about WebAdvisor in the video above.
If you have any questions, please contact Admission Services at admissions@guelphhumber.ca or 416.798.1331 ext. 6056.
Please note: Documents submitted in support of an application become the property of the University and will not be returned.
Submit other documents
Profiles
Student Profiles and/or the Supplementary Information Form for Students with Disabilities can be submitted to support your application by March 1, 2025. Learn more.
Other documents
You are also encouraged to write a letter explaining your activities since your last academic semester to be considered by the Admission Committee with your application. Please submit this letter via email to Admission Services.
Document review
Once all documents are received, your application will be reviewed for admission. Applications and documents received after the deadline will be considered if space is available.
Please note: Documents submitted in support of an application become the property of the University and will not be returned. Documents are protected under Ontario provincial privacy legislation.
Get an admission decision
Your offer of admission is conditional on the successful completion of your secondary school diploma, subject requirements, minimum final admission average as outlined in your offer of admission, in addition to any outstanding documents noted on your WebAdvisor account.
All applicants will receive a decision on their application by May 29, 2025.
You can refer to your WebAdvisor account for your admission status. Our definitions page can assist you with understanding some of the terminology used on WebAdvisor.
Timeline
We use your top six completed 4U/M courses (or equivalent), including required subjects. If you are currently enrolled in grade 12 high school coursework for academic upgrading, please ensure your grades are uploaded to your OUAC account (where applicable, such as Ontario and BC applicants), or your school administrator emails an official mid-term transcript to admissions@guelphhumber.ca by April 1, 2025 to be considered in our final round of admissions.
Offers are issued according to this timeline:
DEC TO LATE FEB
Offers in this round are typically made to applicants whose admission average exceeds the estimated cut-off.
EARLY MARCH TO MID-MAY
- Early March to Late April: Offers in this round are typically made to applicants whose admissions average is near the top of the estimated cut-off range.
- Mid-May: Offers in this round are made to applicants whose admission average is within the estimated cut-off range.
Accept your offer by June 2
If you receive an offer of admission, the offer will appear on your OUAC and WebAdvisor accounts, and you will receive an email from the University. To accept your offer, do so online by June 2, 2025.
About your offer
Your offer of admission is conditional on the successful completion of your secondary school diploma, subject requirements for your degree program, minimum final admission average as outlined in your offer of admission and any outstanding documents noted on your WebAdvisor account. 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.
Your offer of admission is valid unless you fail to meet the conditions of the offer or you decline the offer. If you are not contacted by the University, then your offer of admission stands as outlined in the original offer. 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.
Vulnerable Sector Check/Screening
If you are entering into first-year Early Childhood Studies, you may be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check/Screening before your first-year placement/internship begins. Check the New Student Guide for more information and visit our placement pages for timelines.
Apply for Residence by June 2
If you have received an offer of admission, you are eligible to apply for residence. Residence operates on a first-come, first-served basis and priority is given to first-year applicants who live more than 25 km from the U of GH campus; therefore, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible (after you receive an offer).
Applications for fall residence open in February and are due June 2, 2025.
Applying is a two-step process that can take longer than a week to complete. Don’t leave it until the last minute. More details will be sent with your offer of admission.
Humber is responsible for residence facilities at U of GH. Any changes/updates about residence will be posted on Humber Residence web pages.
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4. After Accepting
Fulfill the conditions of your offer
If you have been admitted to the university from high school, your offer of admission is conditional upon the following:
- Completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or recognized equivalent).
- Completion of a minimum of three, 4U/M level courses (or recognized equivalent), inclusive of subject requirements.
- Final admission average must be a minimum of 70%. This average is calculated using a minimum of three, 4U/M level courses (or recognized equivalent), inclusive of subject requirements.
- If specified in your offer, you must submit proof of English Proficiency.
All conditions must be fulfilled by August 8, 2025. You can check your WebAdvisor account to see what documents are outstanding. You will have received an email from the University with your WebAdvisor user ID and password soon after you applied.
View the New Student Guide
Use the New Student Guide to learn how to:
- course select in July
- pay tuition
- get your student ID card
- activate your U of GH email and more!
Hear from your Academic Advising Team
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.
To request a deferral
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 2025. 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 2 deadline (or as otherwise noted in your offer).
- Meet all conditions outlined in your Offer of Admission by the deadline noted on your offer.
- Submit the deferral application through WebAdvisor.
- Not attend any other postsecondary institution during the deferral period.
Deferral application process
- Complete the application. The deferral application opens June 2 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).
- You must submit the application form and the $90 fee.
- 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.
- If you submit a deferral application and later choose to withdraw that application to begin classes in 2025, please email Admission Services.
- If you are granted a deferral, you will receive a new Offer of Admission by the following February.
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