Frequent Advising Questions

The most frequent questions for Student Advisers

Selecting, Changing, and Dropping Classes

• When does course enrolment start?
• How do I enroll in classes?
• How do I change classes?
• How do I drop a class?
• How do I choose a COM or MATH class?
• Do I need a Math Skills Assessment? How do I get one?
• How do I choose Elective classes?
• How do I enroll in professional subjects restricted by campus?
• Why am I 'not eligible to enroll at this time'?
• Why can't I submit my intent to enrol?
• Why is my course 'unscheduled'? Why can't I see it in Visual Schedule Builder?
• Where can I view my schedule (enrolled classes)? Can I use Visual Schedule Builder?
• How do I navigate Learn@Seneca Blackboard Ultra?
• How do I drop / withdraw from my whole program?

Fees & Finances

• When are Fees due?
• How do I pay my Deposit or Fees?
• Do I need to pay a Deposit this semester?
• Can I get OSAP without paying a deposit?
• How many courses do I need for OSAP?
• How do I apply for Scholarships and Bursaries?
• Who do I speak to about Financial Aid?

Academics

• When (Fall, Winter, Summer) are my courses offered?
• How do I verify my enrolment?
• How many courses do I need to be a full-time student?
• How do I take a break from my program?
• How do I change programs?
• How do I check my Official Grades, Academic Status, and Advising Comments?
• How do I calculate my GPA (Grade Point Average)?
• What happens if I fail a course?
• What is Academic Probation?
• What is Academic Withdrawal?

Dates, Forms, and Supports

• When do Classes Start and End?
• Where can I find the Form for that?
• What's covered by my Health Plan?
• How do I get academic accommodations?  How do I transfer my IEP?