Applications from home-schooled applicants will be considered on an individual basis. Admission decisions are based on academic achievement and all applicants must meet the required admission average.
Required Documents:
To be considered for admission, you must provide individual assessments in the required subjects for your program(s) of interest. The following assessments are accepted:
- 4U/M courses (accredited by the Ontario Ministry of Education). The 4U/4M courses may be completed in any combination of correspondence, on-line learning, night school, or day school
- Required courses at the Grade 12/senior level completed through an accredited institution
- Approved courses from an accredited college or university
- AP examination
- ACT subject test
Official exam results as well as official transcripts from all secondary and post-secondary institutions attended are required.
In addition to the above assessments, you must submit a personal statement outlining your educational history and why you are interested in attending the University of Guelph. The statement should include:
- Summary of home-school experience (e.g. curriculum)
- Length of homeschool study
- Future goals and career aspirations
Contact Admission Services for more information regarding admission criteria.
How to Apply: Apply online through the Ontario Universities Application Centre at ouac.on.ca.
Deadlines:
- January 15 (early consideration)
- April 15: (documents)
All documents can be submitted to Admission Services at applicant@uoguelph.ca.