Apply to Undergraduate Programs | International Students
Apply to the University of Guelph from Outside of Canada
If you have any questions about the process, please email internat@uoguelph.ca.
Step 1: Explore programs and admission requirements
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Step 2: Select your application form
International Students
- Provide complete personal information (name, address, date of birth). List the e-mail address, mailing address, and telephone, where you can be contacted throughout the application process.
- A $90 CAD non-refundable application processing fee is required of all high school (semester one) applicants. Advanced Standing/Transfer applicants will be required to pay a non-refundable fee of $180 CAD, which includes the $90 CAD application fee and $90 CAD evaluation fee.
The Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC) is the service provider used by the University of Guelph to process and deliver your application information and payment. All information you provide on the online application will be used exclusively by the University of Guelph.
- To apply to an undergraduate degree program please use the Undergraduate Application Form via the Ontario University Application Centre (OUAC).
- Proceed to Common App to start your application.
- A $90 USD non-refundable application processing fee is required of all high school (semester one) applicants. Advanced Standing/Transfer applicants will be required to pay a non-refundable fee of $180 USD (this includes a $90 USD application fee and $90 USD evaluation fee).
The Common App site gives the option of a fee waiver, however we will not waive the application processing fees.
Disclaimer: The Common App cannot be used by Canadian citizens (including those with dual citizenship) or Permanent Residents; these applicants must use the Ontario Universities Application Centre (OUAC) site.
Please visit our English Language Programs website for more information.
Canadian Citizens
If you are a Canadian citizen attending school outside of Canada, you must apply through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC).
Step 3: Upload documents
- After processing, you will receive login information and instructions to upload documents to your Admission Portal. Submit the appropriate transcripts and other required documentation as listed in your portal checklist.
- Submit English proficiency test scores, as required. IELTS scores may be scanned and verified on-site. All other test scores must be sent officially.
- Monitor your email and Admission Portal for application updates and next steps.
Step 4: Accept your offer of admission
- Instructions and deadlines will be provided in the offer letter on your Admission Portal.
Step 5: Apply for a study permit (if applicable)
- International Students may need a Study Permit and Provincial Attestation Letter to study at the University of Guelph. The detailed procedure regarding study permit application can be found on the Immigration Refugee Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website.
- The University of Guelph's DLI# is O19305391192.
- For additional support, contact our Global Pre-Arrival Support Advisor at gpsadvisor@uoguelph.ca.
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