You Don't Need to Stress Over School
Relax! Take time and research your path to get the education you want.
It's common to feel lost in your senior year of high school. Maybe you're a little unsure of what's to come after graduation. This simple advice will help you on your journey to post-secondary and beyond.
1. Choose A Path
Think about your end goal. If you're not sure what you want to do, sit down and take some quizzes to learn more about your own personality, interests, knowledge, motivations and values. The SchoolFinder Career Quiz is a great way to start. By answering a few unusual questions you can get a feel for your skills and where they might take you. Spread your wings and find a path that makes you happy.
2. Do Your Research
There are many colleges and universities, each with their own styles, approaches and offerings. Take some time to research programs that best suit you, your skill set, and your wants and needs. SchoolFinder can help. When you've found your fit, make sure you meet the program's requirements. Most institutes post their admission information on their website, as well as SchoolFinder, so check to be sure you have the necessary high school courses. Finally, research the school's location and think about expenses. Remember, you might spend 3 or 4 years of your life there, so make sure you can afford it, and look into nearby services like restaurants, malls, hospitals, etc.
3. Applications
Most students apply to Ontario universities in the fall or early winter. Check SchoolFinder, or the school's website, to confirm when applications open for your program, confirm any deadlines you'll have to meet. When you prepare to apply, set some time aside. Do some reading on best practices for applications. The earlier you start, the better. Leave yourself time to revise and re-write! And remember, for popular programs at prestigious schools, you may end up on a wait list, so it's best to be prepared.
4. Visit The Campus
Familiarize yourself with the university scene and you might be surprised! You could be totally in love — or it's possible that you might like a school online but be disappointed when you get there. So take visits to different institutes and keep your options open! Campus tours and information sessions are good ways to experience the breadth of choices different schools offer. Check out the SchoolFinder events section to learn about the latest events and opportunities.
The world of post-secondary is different for everyone, but if you take some time to consider your options, you're sure to find a program, school and career that fits you. You can make things easier on yourself by signing up for a profile on SchoolFinder. Our system automatically matches you with programs and schools that fit your interests. Try it out, and good luck on your path to success!
