Welcome
Welcome to Get Prepared for Success (GPS) Online
This is your opportunity to virtually navigate through Durham College's campuses and services and complete your college business at your convenience.
Check out the interactive campus map.
Welcome from President Don Lovisa
We’re glad you’ve chosen Durham College for your post-secondary journey. To get ready, you first have to take care of the paperwork. Lucky for you, we’ve developed the Get Prepared for Success (GPS) orientation program to make the whole process a lot easier.
By using GPS Online, you can take care of all of your college business from the comfort of your home, including paying your tuition, buying a locker and so much more!
We are here to help make your college experience a great one. So set your GPS for Durham College and we’ll see you in the new year.
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Pay the Bills
Payment plans
There are three payment plans to choose from when paying your tuition.
Plan A: payment in full.
Plan B: payment per semester.
Plan C: four instalments.
Please note: Part-time students submit payment at the time of registration.
A $50 administrative fee is included in the first installment payment for each semester.
Your fees statement will outline the due dates for the above payment plans and your account balance.
We encourage you to pay your fees early to avoid a late payment penalty fee of $100. For first year students, failure to pay fees by the date indicated on the fees statement could result in the loss of your program seat.
Payment options
Paying online (credit card and personal banking)
Used for full payments only:
Paying in person
- Payments can be made in the Student Services building;
- Summer hours: Monday, May 2 to Friday, July 29 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.;
- Regular hours: Monday to Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.;
- Print and bring your fees statement with you;
- Cash, credit card, debit card (Interac), certified cheques or money orders are accepted; and
- Payment must be made in Canadian funds.
Please note: The credit card account holder must be present to sign for the transaction.
OSAP deferment
- A Promissory Note is a legal contract between you and the college, it is offered by the college to allow you to defer some of your fees until you have received your Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) funding;
- Once you have received your OSAP assessment, print your ‘Application Status Summary’. Bring it to the Student Services building (SSB) along with the OSAP Promissory Note, and your fees statement. At the SSB you may check in at the Welcome Desk or at a self-serve kiosk.;
- You will be required to pay a minimum $200 deposit towards your tuition fees at the time you submit your deferment application;
- If your OSAP does not cover the full amount of fees each semester, the remaining amount must be paid by the due dates indicated on Payment Plan B of your fees statement; and
- OSAP pickup begins Friday, August 26 to Friday, September 23 at SSB116A and SSB116B. First-year students must sign up for an OSAP session in the Student Services building or may pick up their OSAP while attending GPS Live.
For up-to-date information, please see the Financial Aid information located under the Student tab in MyCampus.
Payment options for Second Career students
In order to secure your seat you must provide a signed contract or have verbal approval from your local Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU) office.
If you have received your contract and funding, please pay your fees using one of the three payment plans noted above.
If you have not yet received your contract or funding, please contact the MTCU at 1.800.387.5656 to determine the status of your application.
Sponsored students
If your fees are being paid by an external agency, the college requires an authorization letter from your sponsor. Please attach this letter to your fees statement and submit it to the Office of the Registrar. An invoice will then be sent to your sponsor.
Please note: you must have both copies of your tuition invoices that were included in your enrolment package when deferring or paying your tuition.
Scholarships, bursaries and awards
Scholarships are awarded to students who have achieved:
- Academic or personal excellence or a combination of both;
- Community involvement; and
- Leadership.
Bursaries are awarded based on financial need. Occasionally, there may be other requirements for qualification such as membership in a certain organization or enrolment in a specific program. Students must be in good academic standing to receive a bursary.
While they do not have to be repaid, scholarships and bursaries need to be declared on your OSAP application, unless you have been notified otherwise.
Donor awards provide a valuable resource for Durham College students. Application instructions are available by visiting the MyCampus website. Award amounts may vary year to year.
Information on the available scholarships, bursaries and donor awards can be found under the Financial Aid tab in MyCampus.
Helpful links:
- Payment and refund policies;
- Payment procedures and financial resources; and
- Financial Aid and Awards.
Remain logged into MyCampus if you are interested in completing any of the following GPS Online tasks:
- Register for courses; or
- Print schedule.
My Campus
MyCampus
MyCampus is a web-based portal designed to keep you connected to important information such as:
- Campus activities;
- Class schedules;
- Course outlines;
- Email;
- Grades; and
- Most importantly, other students and faculty.
Returning students: please log into MyCampus using your existing login. If you have forgotten your password contact the HelpDesk at 905.721.3333 or email ITSupport@dc-uoit.ca.
Step one: visit MyCampus.
Step two: enter your username (nine-digit campus ID as printed in your enrolment package).
Step three: enter your temporary password using the following order:
- Birth date: MMDDYY (for example, December 16, 1992 = 121692); or
- Postal code: L1L2L3 (letters are all upper case and have no spaces).
Please note: your password is case sensitive, must be alphanumeric and a minimum of six characters.
Step four: click the log-in icon.
Below are several tutorials to assist with this process if required:
- What is my MyCampus username and pin/password?;
- How to change my MyCampus pin/password; and
- MyCampus supported browsers.
Remain logged into MyCampus if you are interested in completing any of the following GPS Online tasks:
- Paying the bills;
- Purchasing your books; or
- Register for courses.
Register for your courses
Course registration begins on the following dates:
- January and February-start students: December 7, 2011 at 9 a.m.
- First-year September-start students: November 30 or December 1, 2011. Please check MyCampus for your start date and time.
- Year 2 and 3: December 5 and 6, 2011. Please check MyCampus for your start date and time.
Please note: you must have paid your invoice prior to registering for courses.
Step one: login to MyCampus.
Go to MyCampus and login using your student number and password (you may already be logged in after paying your invoice).
Step two: refer to the Student Guide to Online Registration.
Step three: in MyCampus select click here for Administrative Services.
Step four: select Student Information - Durham College.
Step five: select Registration.
Step six: select DC Winter 2012 from the "select term" drop-down menu then click Submit.
Step seven: select Timetable Selections.
Please review the learning contract and select ‘I agree’ to continue with registration.
Step eight: select your course block.
Certain programs may have more than one course block to choose from; make sure you have reviewed all of the course block options before registering.
Step nine: complete the Student Success Survey and have your name entered into a draw for chance to win one of three $200 Campus Bookstore gift cards!
To begin the survey:
- Select the ‘Take the Student Success Survey’ link at the end of the online registration process;
- Enter MyCampus and selecting ‘Administrative Information’ and ‘Student Information – Durham College’; or
- Click on the ‘Win one of three $200 gift cards!’ sticky note at the bottom of the GPS home page.
The Student Success Survey will be available on MyCampus until the end of January, so don’t miss your chance!
To complete the following stay logged onto MyCampus:
- Paying the bills;
- Register for courses; and
- print schedule
Print your schedule and course outlines
Step one: preview the Printing your schedule and course outlines tutorial.
Step two: return to the Registration menu in MyCampus.
Step three: select Student Schedule by Day and Time.
Step four: enter a date MM/DD/YY in which you will have a full week of classes (i.e. 01/23/12 or 02/27/12) and select the printer icon.
Step five: return to the main MyCampus page and select the Online Subject Outlines link.
This link gives you access to all of your course outlines and textbook information.
Step six: select "DC Winter 2012" term and your program name from the drop-down menu and click Submit.
Step seven: select your course from the list to view the course outline.
Step eight: the course outline will open in a PDF file. Print this file for your records and bring it with you to your first day of classes.
Step nine: repeat steps seven and eight until you have printed all course outlines.
Remain logged into MyCampus if you are interested in completing any of the following GPS Online tasks:
- Paying the bills;
- Purchasing your books; or
- Print schedule.
Purchase your books
Campus Bookstore
Avoid the traditional lineups and sore arms that result from purchasing your books in-person by ordering your books online.
Step one: on MyCampus click on "Administrative Services".
Step two: click on "Student Information - Durham College"
Step three: click on "Registration".
Step four: click on "Books for Term" and select "DC Winter 2012" followed by "Here".
The books for each course will be listed underneath the course title.
Step five: click on the "Shopping cart" icon on the right or the book title to add the textbook to your basket.
Step six: click "Continue Shopping" and add the rest of your books.
Step seven: click "Checkout."
Skip down to creating a new account and enter all required information.
Step eight: click "Submit order."
Step nine: choose a "Shipping profile."
- Delivery (fee): the books will be sent to your shipping address; or
- In-store pick-up (fee): the books will be waiting for you at the main Campus Bookstore.
Step ten: click "Pay now."
Step eleven: enter your credit card information and then click "Submit."
Please note: it is recommended that you wait until you have attended the first day of each class before removing the wrapping from your textbooks. Course textbooks cannot be returned once they have been opened.
Remain logged into MyCampus if you are interested in completing any of the following GPS Online tasks:
Campus ID
Your campus identification (ID) card is a valuable and required piece of identification that is valid for the duration of your studies (yearly validation required). It is also your U-Pass.
Step one: make a tuition payment or defer your fees (OSAP students).
Step two: obtain proof of registration and government photo ID.
- Government-issued photo ID may be any one of the following: BYID card; Canadian citizenship card; driver's licence; or passport; and
- If you do not have any government-issued photo ID you must complete a Student Identification form. This form requires the signature of a guarantor prior to arriving on campus.
Step three: go to Campus Identification Services.
- First-year students will have their cards processed in the Campus Recreation and Wellness Centre, Room G1004.
- For more information on hours of operation throughout the year please visit Campus Identification Services.
Purchase a locker
Lockers will be available on a first-come, first-served basis beginning on Sunday, August 1.
Step one: select a locker online through Locker Services.
Step two: pay for your locker.
Oshawa campus
Fees are as follows:
- full-size $35 including HST;
- half-size $20 including HST; or
- half-size in South Wing or UOIT Science building (UA) $23 including HST (lock is included).
Whitby campus
Fees are as follows:
- Half-size: $20 includes HST (includes lock); and
- Full-size: $35 includes HST (includes lock).
Payment
You may pay:
- Online using a credit card; or
- In person using cash or debit card at the Tuck Shop, located on the second floor of the Student Centre.
Please print and bring the email confirmation of your locker selection with you if you are paying in person. Locks may be purchased in the Campus Bookstore and/or the Student Centre Tuck Shop.
Questions or concerns should be directed to Locker Services.
Commuting to campus
Commuting to Campus
If you will be driving to campus you will need to purchase a parking pass. A day-pass is $10 per day. Lot permits are also available for a semester or the year for students who will be driving on a regular basis.
When relying on public transportation you can use your U-Pass for Durham Region Transit buses and GO Transit buses within the Durham Region.
A daily campus shuttle service between the Whitby and Oshawa campuses is available during the day. During the winter months there is also a campus shuttle to help you get to the parking lots and campus buildings safely.
Parking pass
Step one: go to the Parking Services and create an account
Step two: once confirmed you can sign up for a parking spot.
Click ‘Parking’ and look at the map to choose the lot you would like to use. If there is a waiting list for the lot you prefer, chose another lot and then request to be placed on the waitlist for your preference. An email will be sent to your MyCampus account when a spot is available on the waitlisted lot.
Step three: register your vehicle.
Click ‘Vehicle’, then ‘Add New Vehicle’. Fill in all required information.
Step four: pay online or in person.
Online: through the Parking and Locker Services website, payment is made using a credit card. You will need to print your order confirmation and bring it with you to pick up your parking pass at the Parking Services office.
In person: visit the Parking Services office located on the main floor of the Gordon Willey building next to the Main Reception desk. You may pay using cash, debit or credit card.
Note: make sure you keep track of your email, since you can lose your parking lot pass if you do not reply to the confirmation email.
For more information, please contact the Parking Services office.
For directions to our campuses:
Public transit
U-Pass
As a full-time Durham College student your campus ID card acts as a Universal Transit Pass (U-Pass) which provides you with unlimited use of any Durham Region Transit bus or GO Transit bus operating in the region of Durham.* When boarding a bus, you will be required to show your valid campus ID card to travel free of charge. The cost for the U-Pass is included in your full-time student fees.
For information on route schedules, please visit Public Transit.
All questions and comments can be directed to publictransit@durhamcollege.ca.
*U-Pass is valid during the academic year only. Returning students must validate their Campus ID card each year to receive their U-Pass.
Campus Shuttle Service
You are able to utilize the campus shuttle services to get around campus or between the Oshawa and Whitby campuses.
Get Involved
Experience DC
There are a variety of opportunities to get involved over the next year. For example, there are over 50 student clubs aimed at meeting the diverse needs of students on campus. If you have an idea for a club that Durham College does not currently offer, you can start a new club. Please visit the Student Association’s website for details.
Co-curricular Recognition Program
But that’s not all. There are opportunities to get involved with your program or school, the Outreach Centre, tutoring, DC Crew for leadership development and so much more. Search through the Co-curricular Recognition Program portal to discover how you can get involved today. You can also take advantage of social events such as: cheering for a varsity team, listening to guest speakers/lecturers on a variety of topics and attending a many different cultural activities throughout the academic year. There is something for everyone.
Events
January-start students
Join us on January 3, 2012 for a comprehensive orientation program designed to help you prepare for success at Durham College. During the day you will meet key faculty members for your program, begin networking with peers in your program, learn about important supports and services at Durham College and have the opportunity to ask upper-year students all your burning questions. This is a day you don’t want to miss!
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Time |
Session |
Location |
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9 to 10 a.m. |
Visit campus services (i.e. campus ID card, OSAP, registration, parking, lockers, etc.) |
Various locations throughout the campus |
|
10 a.m. to noon |
Program specific orientation |
Check your email for details |
|
Noon to 1:30 p.m. |
Real Students, Real Answers (lunch provided) |
UA1350 |
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1:30 to 3:30 p.m. |
Get Prepared for Success (GPS) sessions |
UA1120 and UA1140 |
All students
Check out all the exciting WinterFest 2012 events and activities planned by the Student Association at www.your-sa.ca. Register for your account to access their entire website.
Campus services
Career Services
Career Service advisors are available to assist you with your job search, career research and planning and/or the job application process. An advisor will work with you to assess your:
- Career goals and plans;
- Current resume and employment letter writing;
- Interviewing skills; and
- Strengths and interests, including the use of Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and Career Cruising if required.
The Hired Portal provides you with the ability to:
- Book advisor appointments;
- Explore the "Career Resources" section;
- Learn about internship opportunities;
- Register for career-related events, employer recruitment sessions and on-campus interviews; and
- View job postings and check out employer links.
First Generation Students
If you are a first generation student (students who parents or guardians did not successfully complete post-secondary schooling), you can receive specialized services from the Student Life team.
Talk to the First Generation Student Co-ordinator for more information on what services are available to you.
Health and recreation services
Athletic and recreation services
Stay active by utilizing our on-campus fitness and recreation facilities, including the FLEX Fitness Centre.
Other on-campus facilities include:
- 200-metre indoor track;
- Aerobic/dance studios;
- Fastball diamond;
- Five large gymnasiums;
- Indoor golf-training centre;
- Soccer pitch; and
- Squash courts.
You can also use the Campus Ice Centre and the Campus Tennis Centre throughout the year.
Intramural sports are offered through Your Student Association (SA) for a nominal fee, or if you’re looking for a more competitive edge, try out for one of the Durham Lord’s varsity sports teams.
Health Centre at Durham College
The Health Centre is committed to providing you with the highest level of service. Whether you have a health emergency, a concern about nutrition, muscle strains and pains or a bad case of the flu, you can expect care dispensed by health professionals who are accessible, concerned and friendly.
Numerous confidential health-care options include:
- A medical clinic with access to physicians;
- Additional health services providing acupuncture, chiropractic care, custom orthotics, massage therapy, sports medicine rehabilitation, nutritional counselling and physical therapy;
- Allergy and vaccination shots;
- An on-site laboratory (blood work, STI testing, throat swabs, etc.) open Tuesdays and Thursdays;
- Annual physicals, general health exams and prescriptions; and
- Treatment of disease, illness and injury.
Student Insurance Plan
- The Student Association (SA) administers the Student Health Insurance Plan, which all full-time students pay for through their fees. More information on the insurance plan can be located on the Student Association website.
Meal Plans and Flex Dollars
There are many options for dining on campus. Durham College’s food service provider, Aramark, offers options for students who live on campus or are commuting to campus.
Student Life
If you are looking for ways to get involved during the year, the Student Life team can help you locate activities that align with your hobbies, interests, career goals and academics.
Through the Co-curricular Recognition Program, you can receive acknowledgment for your participation in on-campus activities. This program allows you to create a co-curricular record that can be used to supplement your academic transcript, enhance your resume, and reflect on your learning.
If you are interested in developing leadership skills there are many on-campus opportunities to do so, such as:
- becoming a member of DC Crew or a peer tutor;
- competing in varsity and intramural sports;
- joining a student club; or
- running for student government.
First-year social networking
Follow us
Stay in touch and receive information at the time it is most relevant. Durham College now offers Facebook and Twitter exclusively for first-year students to keep you informed about orientation activities, important dates and exciting events on campus.
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For more campus information, become a fan today and get the inside track to everything that Durham College has to offer!
Plan for success...
...by visiting the following
Academic advising services
Student liaisons specific to your School are available to help you reach your full academic potential. Liaisons will assist you with:
- Accessing college services;
- Developing academic plans to promote success if you have failed subjects or received a low grade point average (GPA);
- Finding equivalent credits;
- Identifying your career goals and making sound academic decisions;
- Reviewing your graduation requirements;
- Selecting electives and options; and
- Transferring to another program.
Centre for Students with Disabilities
The Centre for Students with Disabilities (CSD) offers a number of valuable services to students who are:
- Blind or have low vision;
- Deaf or hard of hearing; or
- Have a physical, medical, psychiatric or learning disability as defined in the Ontario Human Rights Code; or
- Have a temporary disability affecting their learning (i.e. broken arm).
The Centre for Students with Disabilities:
- Identifies services on an individual basis with the student, based on a review of confidential medical or psycho-educational documentation, completed by an appropriate specialist (the student must self identify and submit the required documentation to the CSD office);
- Supports students with disabilities, so that they can participate fully in all aspects of the academic environment; and
- Works with the student and his or her professors to identify the most suitable method of accommodation while upholding the integrity of the academic program.
All CSD services are confidential.
Student Academic Learning Services
Student Academic Learning Services (SALS) offers many services that you may find helpful throughout your academic careers, including:
- Academic writing services;
- English language supports;
- Learning skills support, including time management, study skills and test preparation;
- Peer tutoring program (nominal $5 non-refundable registration fee required); and
- Web resources.
Talk to a current student
Get the inside scoop on what it is like to be a first-year student from someone who has been there. Upper-year students are available to answer your questions!
For more information, visit ask a student.
FAQ
Have a question?
If you have a question about GPS, student services or anything at Durham College, please visit the college’s main FAQ page to find your answer.
Contact Student Life
Oshawa campus
2000 Simcoe Street North
Oshawa, ON L1H 7K4
T: 905.721.2000
F: 905.721.3113
Have questions? Ask Me!
Student Services building, Room 211
T: 905.721.2000 ext. 2855
E: askmeiamorange@durhamcollege.ca
