UOIT application numbers climb way above 2009
January 22, 2010
OSHAWA, ON. - Thanks in large part to its career-focused programs, hands-on research opportunities, technology-rich learning environment and much more, the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) is continuing to realize significantly more student applicants.
Following a January 13 secondary school application deadline, the Ontario Universities' Application Centre had received 7,730 applications to UOIT programs, a 13.5-per cent increase over the same period in 2009. This growth includes a 13.6-per cent increase in secondary school applications, well above the provincewide increase of 2.7 per cent.
The strong numbers come in the wake of substantial enrolment gains announced in September 2009, when the university experienced double-digit growth over the same time a year earlier.
"Prospective and current students regularly tell us that UOIT offers a dynamic education that will prepare them to be leaders in the workforce of tomorrow," said UOIT Registrar Victoria Choy. "This continues to be reflected in application and enrolment numbers and the fact that we are attracting increasing numbers of students from across the Greater Toronto Area. Along with offering students programs in high-demand areas of study, state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, and the opportunity to work on research projects, we're conveniently located right here in the GTA."
The next step for students is to narrow their choices and select their post-secondary home beginning in Fall 2010. To help with that process, UOIT will provide applicants, their families and friends with a first-hand look at its award-winning campus during a winter open house planned for Saturday, February 27. These guests will hear from current faculty and students; tour campus; learn about the services designed to maximize their success, including a first-year experience co-ordinator who helps with the adjustment to post-secondary studies; and information and presentations by each of UOIT's academic faculties.
About UOIT
As an innovative university, UOIT delivers a leading-edge learning environment that uniquely combines academic knowledge, research opportunities, hands-on skills and a vibrant student life. UOIT's more than 6,500 undergraduate and graduate students are taught by professors who are experts in their fields from around the world. As Ontario's first laptop-based university, the university offers a diverse array of challenging undergraduate and graduate degree programs through its faculties of Business and Information Technology; Criminology, Justice and Policy Studies; Education; Energy Systems and Nuclear Science; Engineering and Applied Science; Health Sciences; and Science. UOIT's commitment to research excellence has resulted in millions of dollars in grants and awards, including five Canada Research Chairs. To find out more, visit www.uoit.ca or call 905.721.8668.
Following a January 13 secondary school application deadline, the Ontario Universities' Application Centre had received 7,730 applications to UOIT programs, a 13.5-per cent increase over the same period in 2009. This growth includes a 13.6-per cent increase in secondary school applications, well above the provincewide increase of 2.7 per cent.
The strong numbers come in the wake of substantial enrolment gains announced in September 2009, when the university experienced double-digit growth over the same time a year earlier.
"Prospective and current students regularly tell us that UOIT offers a dynamic education that will prepare them to be leaders in the workforce of tomorrow," said UOIT Registrar Victoria Choy. "This continues to be reflected in application and enrolment numbers and the fact that we are attracting increasing numbers of students from across the Greater Toronto Area. Along with offering students programs in high-demand areas of study, state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, and the opportunity to work on research projects, we're conveniently located right here in the GTA."
The next step for students is to narrow their choices and select their post-secondary home beginning in Fall 2010. To help with that process, UOIT will provide applicants, their families and friends with a first-hand look at its award-winning campus during a winter open house planned for Saturday, February 27. These guests will hear from current faculty and students; tour campus; learn about the services designed to maximize their success, including a first-year experience co-ordinator who helps with the adjustment to post-secondary studies; and information and presentations by each of UOIT's academic faculties.
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About UOIT
As an innovative university, UOIT delivers a leading-edge learning environment that uniquely combines academic knowledge, research opportunities, hands-on skills and a vibrant student life. UOIT's more than 6,500 undergraduate and graduate students are taught by professors who are experts in their fields from around the world. As Ontario's first laptop-based university, the university offers a diverse array of challenging undergraduate and graduate degree programs through its faculties of Business and Information Technology; Criminology, Justice and Policy Studies; Education; Energy Systems and Nuclear Science; Engineering and Applied Science; Health Sciences; and Science. UOIT's commitment to research excellence has resulted in millions of dollars in grants and awards, including five Canada Research Chairs. To find out more, visit www.uoit.ca or call 905.721.8668.
About Ontario Tech University
A modern, forwarding-thinking university, Ontario Tech advances the discovery and application of knowledge to accelerate economic growth, regional development and social innovation. We inspire and equip our students and our graduates to make a positive impact in a tech-focused world. For us, it’s not only about developing the next tech breakthrough. Understanding and integrating the social and ethical implications of technology differentiates us as university. Learn more at ontariotechu.ca.
