FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
We have done our best to answer some of the questions we are commonly asked. If we missed anything or you have a question not answered here, please feel free to contact us and we will answer it for you.
How Do I Apply?
This is the website for the Advertising program and managed by the faculty/students of the program. All official admissions questions should be directed to the Registrars office at St. Clair College. You can visit the official website here.
Admission Requirements
OSSD with the majority of courses at the College (C), University (U), University/College (M) or Open (O) level qualify for admission to this program.
- Grade 12 English (C) or (U)
- Grade 11 Math (C) or (U) is strongly recommended
How Many Years is The Program?
This is a 3-year Advanced Diploma Program. In the third year, you will have the opportunity to take part in a 4-week internship.
Is This Program Offered in The Summer?
No. This program is offered during the Fall & Winter semesters only.
Are Registration Spots Open For This Program?
The St. Clair College registrars office will provide you with up-to-date information. However, there is a cap on this program with spots filling up quickly. Once the program is filled, there is a waiting list.
If you are interested in taking this program, we highly advise that you register and confirm your registration ASAP.
Where Can I Work After The Program?
The Advertising program prepares you to work in multiple industries in multiple roles. You are not restricted to one type of company or one role. We have had multiple graduates work in the media fields, accounts, digital, social media, creative etc. There are multiple career paths for you!
Can I Take a Tour Or Audit A Course
Yes & Yes!
However, due to COVID restrictions, we can work to try to arrange a virtual tour & visit for you. We can also schedule a meeting for you to visit one-on-one with a faculty member to answer any questions you may have. You do not have to wait for an open house – just contact us and we can arrange to meet with you (and your family) and answer any questions you may have.
How do I apply for St. Clair College?
Domestic: Please submit an application through the Ontario Colleges Application Centre: www.ontariocolleges.ca
International: International Application: Please follow link: https://www.stclaircollege.ca/international/how-toapply. Please apply before February 1st for the equal consideration date.
Where Can I Find My Program Fees?
Fee information can be found on the Registrar’s Office website: https://www.stclaircollege.ca/registrars-office, under “Tuition and Fees”.
What Happens After I Accept My Program on OCAS?
Starting in May, the Registrar’s Office will begin emailing tuition deposit information. Paying your tuition deposit is the next step to secure your registration. Tuition deposits are due June 1st each year.
What Does it Mean if I Have Applied & Have Been Placed on a Waitlist for This Program?
This might happen if you apply and the program is already full. You may be waitlisted for a program if there are more acceptable candidates than available seats. If any of the accepted applicants decline the offer of admission or fail to register, you may be taken from the waitlist.
If this program is your FIRST CHOICE & you have been waitlisted, please contact us before you decide to apply to a different program. As a program, we do not control admissions or registrations but we can try and look into this for you. No promises but we can at least see what the current situation is for you!
The waitlist is for the term to which you applied; it is not carried over from one term or one application year to another. To find your position on the Waitlist, please contact the Program Admissions Officer. Please see the Program Contact list on the Registrar’s Office website: https://www.stclaircollege.ca/registrars-office for names and phone numbers.
What is The Process to Apply for a Transfer Credit/Advanced Standing?
Please refer to the Official Registrar’s Office website: https://www.stclaircollege.ca/registrars-office for Step-By-Step Instructions and for the Transfer Credit Request Form.
To request a credit transfer, please email your completed package to the Registrar’s Office at [email protected]. A completed transfer credit package includes:
- A completed request for Transfer of Academic credit form
- Official, unopened transcript from previous institution **
- Course outlines for courses previously taken
- Payment . * There is a $25 fee per course requested; to a maximum charge of $100 per submission
** If your institution can email OFFICIAL transcripts in PDF format, this would be acceptable as long as the email is directly from your institution & is sent to [email protected] with “CREDIT TRANSFER” included in the subject line.
*Please note: ALL requests can take 2-4 weeks to be completed and courses should not be dropped until students have verified on their SIS or via email that the request has been granted.