Frequently Asked Questions



What form do I complete to apply for admission or readmission?

If you have never taken a course at Laurentian before, you must complete the Admission Form. If you have not taken a course at Laurentian since Fall/Winter Session 2007-2008, complete the Readmission Form. In both cases, make sure that you forward all the necessary documentation to help speed up the admission/ readmission process.

May I transfer credits from another university or college?

Some transfer credits may be considered, depending on the program and your grades. You must forward an official transcript (photocopy or faxed copy is not accepted) to the Office of Admissions in order to have your previous post-secondary education evaluated.

May I register at Laurentian if I do not live in Canada?

If you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living outside of Canada, you must contact the Centre for Continuing Education prior to applying for admision to the University or registration in Envision/distance education courses. Currently, our Envision/Distance Education courses are not available to non-Canadian citizens living outside of Canada.

How do I choose my course(s)?

Check the requirements for your degree. Only degrees available by Envision are listed on this site. You should also make sure that the course(s) you have chosen is in the term you want and that you have the prerequisite(s) indicated. If you do not have the prerequsite(s) but feel you have the equivalent, you must contact the academic department of the course concerned. If you are still unsure about which course(s) to take, contact the Centre for Continuing Education at (705) 673-6569.

How do I register?

If you are a first time registrant, you must complete the Registration Form, and it is advisable to complete the Fees Invoice. Returning students are required to register on-line through WebAdvisor, although there are some exceptions.

Do I have to pay my fees in full at time of registration?

You are not officially registered until you have paid your fees. However, depending on the number and the length of the course(s) you are taking, you may be able to make alternate arrangements for the payment of your fees by contacting the Fees Office at (705) 675-1151, ext. 3035.

May I apply for financial assistance?

Various forms of financial assistance (grant, bursary and loan) are available to part-time students who qualify.

How do I add and/or drop a course(s) after I have I have already registered?

You must complete course changes/adds/withdrawals on-line through WebAdvisor.

How do I get my texts and what if I am missing material from my Envision course package?

You must order the required texts via the Bookstore web site, unless specified otherwise. If you do not have access to the Internet, you may use the print version of the Text Order Form.   If your course package is not complete, first determine if your course is administered by the Centre for Continuing Education or one of the Federated Universities (Huntington University, Thorneloe University or the University of Sudbury). The name of the federated university is indicated above the course description. Then advise the appropriate staff of the missing material along with your name and mailing address, and they will forward the material to you.

How do I contact my course supervisor if I am having trouble with the course material?

If you are taking the course on-campus, contact your course professor during his or her regularly scheduled office hours. If you are taking the course through Envision, check your course package for information on how and when to reach your course supervisor.

I have a concern with the date or time of my exam. What do I do?

The exam period is listed in Dates to Remember. Try to avoid plans that coincide with these dates. The exam schedule with specific dates will be posted and/or emailed to you several weeks prior to the first day of the exam period. If you cannot attend your exam due to unforeseen circumstances, you may be able to defer your exam. Your request must meet one of the conditions set out in Deferred Exams and it must be in writing at least four (4 weeks) in advance to the Centre for Continuing Education. The fee for each deferred exam is $45 (+ HST).

How do I obtain my marks once I have handed in an assignment or written a mid-term exam?

Corrected assignments and most mid-term exams are returned to you by regular mail. If you do not receive them within a reasonable time frame, contact the Centre for Continuing Education or the appropriate Federated University. We cannot give out final exam marks or final grades. Your official grade report will be e-mailed to you via your Laurentian University Groupwise account or you may view your grade(s) through your WebAdvisor account.

Do I have a specific time frame in which I must complete a course?

You must complete a course within the time frame indicated in Dates to Remember, unless specified otherwise. If you need to request a course extension for an on campus course, contact your course professor; for an Envision course forward your request in writing to the Centre for Continuing Education.



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