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Exemption Application Form

EXEMPTION APPLICATION FORM

Applying for a course exemption is easy! Make sure you have your supporting documentation ready and apply below. 

Important Notes Before You Apply

  • Use this form only to apply for course exemptions based on prior academic achievements (such as completed courses at a private career colleges).

  • Do not use this form to apply for:
    • Transfer credits (direct course-to-course equivalency from recognized post-secondary institutions)
    • Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) (learning gained through work, volunteering, or other non-formal experiences)

  • You must upload supporting documents when you submit this form. Incomplete applications may be delayed.
  • Exemptions may impact your full-time status, OSAP eligibility, scholarships, bursaries, and health insurance plans.
  • A non-refundable $25 evaluation fee is charged per exemption, up to a $100 maximum per semester.
  • Students may not receive exemptions for more than 75% of a program’s requirements.
  • Denied exemptions are not subject to appeals; however, students will be provided with the reason why their request was denied.
  • Exemption applications must be submitted by the 10th day of classes after the semester starts.

Ready to Apply? Follow These Steps

  1. Complete the Exemption Application Form
    • Be sure to fill in all required fields.
  2. Upload All Supporting Documents
    • You must submit supporting documentation with your application. If you do not have the proper documents ready, please wait to apply. Incomplete applications may be delayed or rejected.
    • Required documents may include:
    • Official Transcripts
    • Detailed Course Outlines
    • Certificates
  1. Submit One Application Per Course
    • You must submit a separate form for each course you are requesting an exemption for. Do not list multiple courses in one submission.
  2. Watch for Email Updates
    • All communication about your application will be sent to your student email account. Make sure to check it regularly.
  3. Pay the Applicable Fee
    • If your exemption is approved, you will be contacted with payment instructions. Payment must be received before the exemption can be officially processed.

The application must be filled out completely and accurately or it will be automatically denied. Processing time for exemption applications is approximately 2-4 weeks. Please remain enrolled in requested course until a decision has been made, if approved, the course will be dropped from your academic enrollment.

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