Resources to Help You Prepare for University

The universities offer different programs and supports for many types of students. The resources on this page can help you adapt to life and studies at university.

Note: Eligibility criteria may vary by program.

This list is not definitive. Contact the appropriate university directly for more information.

Nipissing University

CHEM 1911 – Introduction to Basic Chemistry

Course Equivalents to High School Courses
Grade 12 Student; Current University Student
  • First-year chemistry course equivalent to SCH4U.
  • You can count this course for credit.
  • Tuition fees apply.

International Student Services

International Student Services
Grade 12 Student; Admitted Student; Current University Student

International Student Support provides support, programming and orientation to both international degree-seeking students and short term exchange students who choose to study at Nipissing University

New Student Orientation (NSO)

Orientation
Grade 12 Student; Admitted Student; Parent or Supporter

New Student Orientation (NSO) is a hybrid program with online learning modules and on-campus programming and resources for students and their supporters. 

Student Accessibility Services

Other
Pre-Grade 12 Student; Grade 12 Student; Admitted Student; Current University Student; Equity-seeking Individual

Student Accessibility Services (SAS) supports students with permanent and temporary disabilities and strives to provide an accessible, barrier-free learning environment. Our staff will be pleased to discuss academic accommodations and support services available to support your academic and personal success.

Career Development and Education

Career Services
Current University Student

Our Career Services offers you job search tips, resume/cover letter advice, and access to a Career Services Coordinator to help you navigate your career questions.

Student Intervention Services

Health and Wellness
Current University Student
  • Provides you with a supportive, non-judgemental, goal-oriented relationship to collaboratively develop a service navigation plan while focusing on your goals and individualized needs.

Student Learning and Transition

Learning Services
Grade 12 Student; Current University Student

Student Learning and Transitions (SLT) is a group of services and programs aimed at helping students like you engage in their academic studies and student life at Nipissing University. We teach essential academic skills and study techniques that help students more effectively express their intelligence, apply their knowledge, and communicate their ideas. 

SLT can help with:

  • Academic Reading and Writing
  • Academic Skills development
  • Math and Science skills
  • Peer Tutoring
  • ...and more!

Student Success Workshops

Other
Current University Student
  • Staff, student leaders and faculty advisors collaborate to create a series of workshops on various topics relevant to your success.
  • Focuses on relaying best practices to support you in your successful transition to Nipissing University.
  • Topics may include:
    • Time management
    • Research
    • Exam preparation
    • Plagiarism
    • Stress management
    • Note-taking
    • Career development

Academic Advising

Learning Services
Admitted Student; Current University Student

If you are an undergraduate student looking to plan for your program or need advice on any academic matter you can consult an Academic Advisor. This may include, but is not limited to: Planning for degree programs, choosing courses, and clarifying academic procedures or regulations. The Academic Advising Office also determines students' Second and Dual Degree Requirements and considers students' Overload and Letter of Permission Requests.

Campus Health Centre

Health and Wellness
Current University Student

There is a medical team in attendance at the Campus Health Centre and available to all students Monday to Friday.

Summer hours and evening clinics are offered.

Mental Health and Wellbeing Services

Career Services
Current University Student; Equity-seeking Individual; Indigenous Individual
  • Works to support you in achieving positive mental and emotional wellness.
  • Dibaadan Support provides specialized outreach, prevention, and intervention from an Indigenous wellness perspective. This includes events and activities to learn more about caring for your wellbeing. Any student may access these services (status, non-status, non-Indigenous).
  • Counsellor available for dedicated BIPOC student support.

BIOL 1911 - Introduction to Biology

Course Equivalents to High School Courses
Grade 12 Student; Current University Student
  • First-year biology course equivalent to SBI4U.
  • You can count this course for credit.
  • Tuition fees apply

MATH 1911 – Finite Mathematics

Course Equivalents to High School Courses
Grade 12 Student; Current University Student
  • First-year math course equivalent to a 4U Math.
  • You can count this course for credit.
  • Tuition fees apply.

MATH 1912 – Elementary Calculus

Course Equivalents to High School Courses
Grade 12 Student; Current University Student
  • First-year math course equivalent to MCV4U.
  • You can count this course for credit.
  • Tuition fees apply.

MATH 1922 – Mathematics of Data Management

Course Equivalents to High School Courses
Grade 12 Student; Current University Student
  • First-year math course equivalent to MDM4U.
  • You can count this course for credit.
  • Tuition fees apply.