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Students can view the General Education or Liberal Studies requirements for their program. More details and contact information are on the General Education and Liberal Studies Electives webpage.

The Library Learning Commons' on-campus computers are available for independent learning, academic research, projects, and assignments by currently registered students. You will need your student ID and password to have access to the computers. If you have forgotten your password please go to the...

In the acceptance email, you will receive instructions on how to complete the rest of your acceptance details online. The online process requires you to provide details related to contact and health information, payment information, emergency contact information, and personality profile questions...

The borrowed equipment must be returned in person to the library location where it was borrowed from. Please visit our library Borrow Equipment webpage for information about equipment loans.

The GBC Digital Student ID is your primary GBC ID and can be accessed through the George Brown App. For more information on how to install the George Brown app, please visit our Mobile Apps Support page. Students can request a physical ID card to be printed through the Photo Submission/Validation...

Please visit the Library Learning Commons website for locations and hours of operation. Online library services include: Academic Resources (eBooks, journal articles, dictionaries and encyclopedias, and more)Research GuidesLinkedIn LearningSubmit a Help Request Ticket (help with password resets...

Applying for Academic Year (September – April) You can apply to the residence by filling out the online application available at www.georgebrown.ca/residence or visiting our My Housing Portal. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. When you apply for residence, you are...

Plan to spend between 2 to 4 hours completing your placement assessment(s). Some assessments are timed and some are untimed. Do not rush in completing your assessments as your course placement – college or foundation level – depends on the assessment results. For more information, please email the...

If you are unable to join or connect to your program orientation, check your internet connection. If that appears to be working, try using a different browser. When using these platforms for the first time, you may need to adjust your settings to allow your camera and microphone to be used. For...

Once you have completed all of a program's requirements, you must request a certificate/certificate of completion in writing. For more details and steps to follow, please visit Continuing Education credential requests.

In addition to one-on-one appointments for English, study skills, and math, students can, upon request, book a group appointment with a tutor. These group appointments can be booked by contacting the TLC by phone, email, or in person. Group conversation circles for ESL students to practice their...

If your campus supports certain courses through Peer Learning Groups, there may be additional support available. Check with the Tutoring & Learning Centre (TLC) at your campus for more information or contact your academic department.

Tutoring and Learning Centre Study skills appointments vary at every campus but are for students that would like to work on academic skills such as: reading comprehensionnote-takingstudying for tests (multiple-choice, memorization of material, application of knowledge questions)time management...

If your appointment is after business hours, you can email onlinetutoring@georgebrown.ca If your appointment is during business hours, you can contact us: by email: onlinetutoring@georgebrown.caby phone: 416-415-5000, ext. 4053

Better Jobs Ontario Student: Work Experience Credits Better Jobs Ontario students may qualify for Prior Learning and Assessment Recognition (PLAR). This should be discussed with the College Advisor. To discuss PLAR options, contact the PLAR Office at plar@georgebrown.ca

Better Jobs Ontario program is an Ontario government cost-sharing grant that helps laid-off and under-employed individuals retrain for jobs in growing fields. Qualified applicants can receive financial help with tuition, books and supplies, transportation and living expenses associated with their...

There are a wide variety of programs available to Better Jobs Ontario Students ranging from business to creative arts, hospitality to technology, community services to health sciences. For a complete listing of programs that meet Better Jobs Ontario minimum eligibility requirements (programs that...

GBC Counselling Services uses a Zoom version that meets all privacy concerns. Only people who have the link will be allowed into the meeting. All participants will have to wait in the virtual waiting room until they are admitted by the counsellor.

The Library Learning Commons provides printers for use with computers. We provide access to: laser printers (black and white print), and colour laser printers. Specialized printing such as plotters is available at Casa Loma Library Learning Commons. Wireless printing from your laptop is also...

Your professor may refer you to the TLC, but the use of our services is confidential. We will not disclose information about your visits and progress to professors, parents or classmates. Should you want proof of tutoring, please let your tutor know and we can send that directly to you. If your use...

Some mature applicants are required to complete admissions assessments in English, math and/or science depending on their academic history and the program to which they applied. Visit Admission Assessments by Program to determine the assessments required for your program choice. Any applicant...

Admission Requirements Each program has specific admission requirements which vary by program. These may include: academic subjects and marks, specific credentials (e.g. diploma or degree), interviews, auditions and portfolios. Admission requirements also vary depending on if you are applying to a...

Domestic Applicants: We’re sorry to hear that you did not get into the program of your choice. It’s best that you discuss this with your Admission Officer who can give you further details on other options available to you. You can connect with an admissions officer by emailing admissions@georgebrown...

Domestic Applicants If you were not accepted to the program you applied to, you can reapply for the next available intake on Ontario Colleges. Any previous waitlist position obtained through a past application will not carry over or influence an individual’s new application towards a future intake...

Online tutoring appointments are made directly in WCOnline, our online booking system. Sign in to your WCOnline account and select the appropriate online schedule.Book an appointment as you would a regular in-person appointment. You are encouraged to attach your essay/written assignment to the...

Domestic students: Please email your request for a refund to studentrefund@georgebrown.ca Please ensure you include your student ID number for reference in the email. International Student: International students must request their refund from the International Centre. Please refer to our Withdrawal...

Please send an inquiry to the Academic Records Office. You need to indicate that you have paid your outstanding balance. We will mail your credential, so please provide an updated mailing address or ensure your address is correct on STU-VIEW.

As soon as you have completed your registration, you can order your Digital Student ID by uploading your photo online and accessing it through the George Brown App. To set up your Digital Student ID, you will need: A recent digital photo file - The photo must be a close-up of your head and shoulders...

If you believe that the graduation date on your credential is incorrect, please send an inquiry to the Academic Records Office We will review your record and if a correction is necessary, replace the credential free of charge.

The name printed on your credential, transcript, and in the convocation program is the name displayed on your STU-VIEW account. To confirm we have your correct name on file, please check STU-VIEW. If you require a change to your name on record, you must provide and email registration@georgebrown.ca...

Graduation Date You are unable to change your graduation date, however, if you wish to defer your graduation date you will have to notify your Academic Program Office to discuss your options. When you have completed the final course and have met your program requirements, you are eligible to...

Graduation You can apply to graduate by completing the Application to Graduate Form. You need to apply only if you are a part-time post-secondary student or you are a full-time post-secondary student whose final registration semester is different from the last semester of the program. For example...

You can access your GBC Digital Student ID through the GBC App on cellphones or tablets. Once the GBC App has been downloaded onto your device, you will need to log in with your GBC Username (Student ID Number) and your GBC Password (STU-VIEW password). Once you have logged in you will find your...

When it is time for your English tutoring appointment: Log back into WCOnline and click on the “Stay logged in” button.Click on your appointment slot and select the “Start or Join Online Consultation” link (in red) from the screen. This will take you into the video/chat screen where you can see your...

For information on upcoming events, check the Student Association website. Follow their social media channels to stay informed: Main SA social media: Facebook @SAofGBC Instagram @sagbc Twitter @sagbc Community Care Centre: Facebook @communitycarecentre Instagram @communitycarecentre Recreation and...

The Peer Mentor+ Program The Peer Mentor+ has a number of positions available if you are a full-time student in a post-secondary program who has completed at least one semester of study. Peer mentors run workshops, lead events and activities and provide guidance for students in accessing food, well...

Support is available from Counselling & Student Well-being Services. To book an appointment, follow the steps at Accessing Counselling. To contact us, see our Locations. In addition, for individuals enroled in the GBC health insurance plan, WECONNECT offers free counselling. WECONNECT can provide 24...

Legal Aid Legal Services are offered as a part of the Student Association’s services to its members. Visit the Student Association website for information on accessing this service.

No, your disability-related information and your use of disability-related accommodations do not appear anywhere on your transcript or official school documents.

We are continuing to provide our services both in-person and remotely depending on your course delivery. You can find up to date information on services for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Students on our website.

George Brown Alumni Association Visit our Alumni & Friends webpage to get information on how to join and how to reconnect with your former classmates.

Lost and Found In the event that you’ve lost or found something on campus, you can contact Security at the relevant campus either to pick up or hand in the item.

Graduates: All eligible graduates will be invited to attend convocation. Graduates must confirm their attendance by RSVP. The invitation is normally emailed at the end of March of the same academic term as convocation. Guests, Faculty, & Staff: All eligible graduates will be invited to attend...

Yes, you can transfer the deposit to another division/program within the same semester only. This can only be done within the first 10 business days of the term. View our Important Dates online for specific deadlines.

In order to graduate in the current convocation ceremonies, you must complete all your program requirements by the end of the Winter term and your records must be in good standing. All students' records must be in good standing by the deadline indicated on the Important Dates for Graduates timeline...

Your Toronto Metropolitan University/George Brown photo ID card is valid as long as you registered for the Early Childhood Education (ECE) program and have an active student status. Your card will become invalid upon withdrawal or graduation from your program.

Appointments can be either 30 minutes or 1 hour. You can book up to 1 hour of online or in-person tutoring per day and per subject (English, math, accounting or study skills), to a maximum of 3 hours per week per subject. This 3-hour limit is for one-to-one appointments and does not apply to any...

Your photo I.D. card is still valid. No updates are required for the card as long as your program code stays the same. You can access your digital GBC ID through the GBC app on your cellphone or tablet.

To ensure you receive all information or documents in a timely manner, please confirm the contact information (address, email, phone number) we have on file is up to date on STU-VIEW. When possible, we will correspond with you through your George Brown e-mail. Please check this account frequently...

You may submit the T2202 as received even if the address is incorrect. Note that it is not necessary for students to submit the T2202 form with the tax return, but they must produce it if requested by Revenue Canada.