You will be able to start your semester off smoothly if you can cross off these tasks from your to-do list ahead of time. That way, you’ll avoid lines and wait times, confusion and even late fees! Here’s what you need to prioritize:
If you haven’t updated your password since you received your offer letter, please do so as soon as possible. You will also need to set up the required Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), which helps keep your account secure. You will not be able to access your accounts until you set up MFA.
Multi-Factor Authentication instructions
Once you have your password and MFA sorted, we highly recommend you set up your George Brown email account and get familiar with platforms such as STU-VIEW (where administrative information and tasks are) and Brightspace (the Learning Management System where your courses will be once they start).
Scroll down to the Websites, apps & tech support section below for more info!
If you haven’t yet, it’s important to register for your courses as soon as they open, so you save your spot!
Once you have registered, your timetable will immediately be available to view.
Register for courses in STU-VIEW
Your program may require you to take a placement assessment before classes start. Check STU-VIEW to find out.
Accessibility accommodations for Placement Assessments
If you have already graduated from another post-secondary institution, or partially completed studies, you may be eligible for transfer credits.
Learn more about transfer credits
Be sure to pay your fees by the deadline dates stated in your registration letter and invoice. A non-refundable tuition deposit is required by the due date in order to hold your place in the program. If you are anticipating receiving OSAP and Better Jobs Ontario funding, the funds are typically released after the start of classes, and as such, you may need to pay this deposit before you get your OSAP funds. Late payments will be subject to a non-refundable late fee of $150 CAD.
Check and pay your fees in STU-VIEW
Your student ID card identifies you as a George Brown Polytechnic student and gives you access to our services and facilities, such as the library, gym, and specific labs. Your ID may also be requested for access to your exams. Skip the lines and order your card online now!
How to get your student ID card
Every semester has important dates and deadlines for students. These include deadlines to apply for awards and scholarships, adding or dropping courses and organizing health coverage, as well as holiday and Intersession Week closures and more. We highly recommend you make note of the dates you need in your calendar so you don’t miss them!
As mentioned above in Your First Tasks, you should get familiar with your accounts and platforms as soon as you can. Remember, you need to set up Multi-Factor Authentication first!
As a George Brown student, you get free access to Microsoft 365 and OneDrive, which includes your email in Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and more.
Access support for Microsoft 365
Access support for email in Outlook
Brightspace is the Learning Management System we use. It's where all your course content, assignments, resources, discussions and more will be. To log into Brightspace, visit learn.georgebrown.ca.
The Student Portal is your virtual George Brown home base. Besides having all of your quick links and tools in one spot, it's also your best source of student news, events and opportunities. Make sure to bookmark it and check it regularly!
AppsAnywhere is a free service that allows you to access certain software you may need for your courses, anytime, anywhere! This will require a one-time download to your device to access the software. Please note that OSX (Apple), iOS (iPhone, iPad), Android and Linux are not supported.
Students and staff can access thousands of online tutorials for free, including audio, business, marketing, motion graphics, programming and writing courses on LinkedIn Learning. Can’t find a specific class at George Brown that you’re interested in? Search there to find plenty of supplemental options!
Our tech support service for students can help you with everything from how to set up your George Brown email on your phone to resetting your George Brown password. Log in with your student ID and password to open a help ticket.
Some common issues you can get support with:
But first, if you're experiencing technical difficulties, check out the frequently asked questions (FAQs) on AskGeorge.
Other ways to get tech support include:
George Brown students can sign out a broad range of equipment from the Library Learning Commons, including:
The George Brown Student Association offers health and dental insurance to all full-time students. The student health and dental fee plan is mandatory and included in full-time student tuition fees. However, you do have the option to opt out of the coverage.
There are four different coverage plans to choose from:
Please note:
Any inquiries about health plans should be directed to HealthBenefits@sagbc.ca.
Learn more about health and dental plans
Learn how to access your health plan card, find walk-in clinics, manage billing, and more through these FAQs on accessing healthcare as a student.
At George Brown, we believe that financial resources shouldn't be a barrier to receiving an education. We have resources available to help you pay for your education, and we encourage you to visit the Financial Assistance Office on your campus for more information.
OSAP provides financial assistance through loans (money you pay back) and grants (money you don't have to pay back). Additionally, if you show unmet needs on your OSAP application, you may be considered by the ministry for the Student Access Guarantee, a source of non-repayable bursary funding. If you’re a full-time student making your first OSAP application, you’ll need to complete a short information session presented just before you start your application.
The session will help you understand:
You can log in and out of the module at any time, and your progress will be saved. If you choose to complete the module in one sitting, it will take you approximately 15 minutes.
If you have a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP), you may be eligible for the Canada Learning Bond.
A RESP is a special long-term savings account for education. While often opened by parents, anyone can open an RESP. When you open a RESP at your financial institution, you can ask them about applying for the Canada Learning Bond and the Canada Education Savings Grant. Eligible expenses include tuition, books, tools, transportation and rent.
With a Canada Learning Bond, even if you sign up now, regardless of the time of year in your studies, you can qualify for up to a $500 to $2,000 benefit to help your educational expenses.
Eligibility:
George Brown’s awards program recognizes students in need along with those who demonstrate excellence. Our variety of scholarships, awards and bursaries can assist you with the cost of your education. All you have to do is apply!
Typically, the award application portal is open from two weeks ahead of the semester until four weeks into the semester.
For more information on how to apply, types of awards, eligibility, FAQ and more, visit our Awards and Scholarships page. We’ve also compiled some tips! Read this article in the Student Portal for the inside scoop on how to perfect your application.
George Brown Polytechnic is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time. We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work and live in the community with each other.