Helpful Information for New Students and Parents

TIP! View our transition planner with steps to register with Student Accessibility Services (SAS), tips on documentation, summer programming, etc.

First Time Applying to SAS

✓ Requires U of G Username and ID

Once you have accepted an offer of admission, and you have a diagnosed disability, you can apply to register with SAS. Students who have their Student ID and have been issued a U of G email address and log-in credentials should complete the application. If you have not received your student ID, contact Enrolment Services by email at es@uoguelph.ca  or by phone at 519 824-4120 Ext. 58731 for further instructions.

Ready to apply with my U of G email address and log-in credentials

Applying Directly from High School

If you feel that your disability has adversely affected your grades and that you may be close to the admission cutoffs, please fill out the Supplemental Information Form for Students with Disabilities (SIF-D), which will be available in November. SAS will retain this information and use it collaboratively with Admission Services if needed. SIF-D forms must be submitted by March 1st.

Note:  If you receive an offer of admission, make sure you register with SAS as soon as possible after you accept your offer. Registration with SAS for disability-related accommodations and support for the academic year is a separate process.

If you have any questions regarding the SIF-D, require additional assistance or are interested in submitting the SIF-D after the deadline, please contact Student Accessibility Services at sas@uoguelph.ca or admission@uoguelph.ca

Mature and Transfer Students

If you are applying to the University as a transfer student or as a mature student, and you experience a disability that you feel has affected your qualifications, please contact Admission Services about providing supplementary information. In these circumstances, a letter from you with additional information may be helpful. If you have more disability-related questions or concerns, Student Accessibility Services would be pleased to discuss them with you. Contact Student Accessibility Services at sas@uoguelph.ca or admission@uoguelph.ca

Graduate Students

Whether you need accommodations for coursework, research responsibilities, teaching assistantships, or thesis defences, SAS can provide individualized support to help you succeed. If you are a new or returning graduate student with a disability—whether permanent or temporary—our team can help you explore available resources and develop a personalized accommodation plan. 

→ Learn more about Accessibility Support for Graduate Students