Supplementary Forms & Documents

Access form: Turfgrass Background Information Form

Form information / instructions:

The Turfgrass Background Information Form is required for all applicants to the Associate Diploma in Turfgrass Management program.

Form submission deadline: March 1, 2025

Applications and documents received after this date will be considered as space allows.

Access form: BLA Background Information Form (BIF)

Form information:

The BLA Background Information Form (BIF) is required for all applicants to the Bachelor of Landscape Architecture Program. The BIF will be considered in conjunction with your admission average to determine admissibility.

Form submission deadline: March 1, 2025

Access form: Supplementary Information Form for Post-Degree Applications

Form information: 

If you hold a degree and have applied to pursue additional studies, this form is required to confirm the intent of your future. Completed forms must be submitted to Admission Services at applicant@uoguelph.ca.

Form submission deadline: 

All forms must be received by the application deadline 

• Winter entry: November 1
• Summer entry: March 1
• Fall entry: May 1

Access form: Student Profile Form (SPF)

Form information:

The Student Profile Form (SPF) is your opportunity to tell the Admission Committee about activities that you have been involved in and that have helped you develop leadership and citizenship qualities. Factors beyond your control that have negatively affected your academic performance, such as illness or extenuating circumstances, will also be considered. If your admission average in May does not meet the cut-off for the program to which you have applied, your SPF will be considered if your average falls within a discretionary range of the final cutoff (up to 5%). Submission is optional, but strongly recommended.

Form submission deadline: March 1, 2025 (Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents, and High school students outside of Canada not following Ontario curriculum)

If I complete the Supplemental Information Form for Students with Disabilities (SIF-D) do I also need to complete the SPF?

Yes. Each form addresses different factors that may impact admission. If you have experienced factors that fall under the categories on both forms, we encourage you to complete and submit both the SIF-D and the SPF.

What are the discretionary ranges?

The discretionary range is defined as “up to 5% below the final cut-off". The discretionary range will vary by program, but it will not exceed 5%.

When are SPFs considered?

Student Profile Form submissions are usually considered during the final round of offers. If your admission average in May does not meet the cut-off for the program(s) to which you applied, your SPF may be considered if your average falls within a discretionary range of the final cut-off (up to 5%). Admission is not guaranteed.

Where do I find my OUAC ID and my University of Guelph Student ID?

You will find both ID numbers on the acknowledgement email that you received after you applied to the University of Guelph. Your OUAC reference number is 10 digits (the first four are the year). For the University of Guelph's purposes, when completing the SPF please add a 0 as the eleventh digit to make your 11 digit OUAC reference number (eg: 2020123456 would be 20201234560).

Where do I send my supporting documents?

No medical or psycho-educational assessment documentation is required. If you choose to provide supporting documentation for non-medical, compassionate or extenuating circumstances, please submit directly to spfdoc@uoguelph.ca. Please ensure that your name and University of Guelph ID number and/or your OUAC reference number are included.

Access form: Supplemental Information Form - Disability (SIF-D)

Form information:

The University of Guelph 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 Supplemental Information Form for Students with Disabilities. This form is considered along with your admission average in determining admission. You are encouraged to contact Student Accessibility Services as early as possible to discuss your needs and academic background.

Form becomes available: November, 2024

Form submission deadline: March 1, 2025

Form FAQ:

Applying Directly from High School?

If you feel that your disability has adversely affected your grades, and that you may be close to the admission cutoffs, please fill out the Supplemental Information Form for Students with Disabilities (SIF-D), which will be available in November. SAS will retain this information and will use it collaboratively with Admission Services if needed. Note that if you receive an offer of admission, you will still need to register with SAS as soon as possible and this is a separate process.

Applying as a Mature or Transfer Student?

If you are applying to the University as a transfer student, or as a mature student, and you experience a disability that you feel has affected your qualifications, please contact Admission Services about providing supplementary information. In these circumstances, a letter from you with additional information may be helpful. If you have more disability-related questions or concerns, Student Accessibility Services would be pleased to discuss them with you.

Applying as a Graduate Student?

If you are admitted to a graduate program and experience a disability, we would be happy to have you register with our office. SAS does support academic accommodation for students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. However, the grade requirements for admission to graduate programs cannot be adjusted as an accommodation. If you do not meet the minimum grades required, you may wish to consider taking some courses to upgrade your academic standing. Please consult with Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies for more information.

Access form: Education Declaration Form

Form information:

Upon receipt of your application for admission to U of G, you may have been asked to complete the Education Declaration Form. You will know if you are required to complete this form by reviewing either communication received by Admission Services, specifying what supporting documentation you are required to submit, or checking required documents in WebAdvisor. If you see “Education Declaration Form” listed as a required document in your WebAdvisor account, we must receive this form before further reviewing your application. Please complete the PDF form and submit it through your WebAdvisor account.

Access form: Application Amendment Request

Form information:

The online Internal Transfer/Readmission application only allows one submission per student per calendar year.  If you want to change your choice of program or entry points after submitting your application, you can submit the Application Amendment Request. 

• Completed forms must be submitted to Admission Services at applicant@uoguelph.ca.
• Amendments will only be considered within the same calendar year.

Form submission deadline:

All amendments must be received by the appropriate application deadline:

• Winter entry: November 1
• Summer entry: March 1
• Fall entry: April 1