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title: "Before the Semester Starts"
type: "wiki"
space: "School of Information Technology Administration & Security"
author: "Fabio Pricinato Costa"
created: 2025-05-01T20:06:22Z
updated: 2025-05-02T17:46:47Z
url: "https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/14/school-of-information-technology-administration-security/wiki/view/16538/before-the-semester-starts"
---

# Before the Semester Starts

### Tuition Fees

The tuition fee framework is issued by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities \(MCU\) and is administered by the Registrar's Office. There are two categories of tuition fees – domestic and international.

More details about tuition fees can be found [here](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/71/fees-and-payments/home).
More details about tuition payments can be found [here](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/71/fees-and-payments/wiki/view/2231/fee-payments?_gl=1*1c7ldxw*_gcl_au*MTU2NTM0NzI5LjE3NDA0MjMwMDE.*_ga*OTI1NTYwOTg3LjE3NDAwMjMyMjc.*_ga_NKW0CZJEK5*MTc0NjEyNjMwMS42My4xLjE3NDYxMjgzMTcuNTkuMC45MzE4OTY2Ng..).

### Important Academic Dates

More information about Academic Dates can be found [here](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/135/important-academic-dates/wiki/view/728/important-academic-dates).

### One Card

OneCard has gone virtual! You can now download Seneca’s [Virtual OneCard](https://students.senecacollege.ca/spaces/61/onecard/wiki/view/288/virtual-onecard "Virtual OneCard") to your [Apple](https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/seneca-onecard/id1622451390) or [Android](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ca.senecacollege.senecaonecard) smart phone. It is an easier way to access your Seneca ID and to view your account balance. This app can be downloaded on any smart phone, works offline and does not require an internet connection.

With the OneCard, you can access a variety of [services on campus](https://students.senecacollege.ca/spaces/61/onecard/wiki/view/284/where-can-i-use-my-onecard).

You can use the OneCard to access the campus shuttle bus, Seneca Libraries services, or you can use funds on your OneCard for purchases from Seneca Dining Services, campus bookstores, meal plan and printing services.

### Campus Store & Bookstore

For needs regarding equipment, supplies, textbooks required and other necessities, feel free to visit the [Campus Store.](https://www.bkstr.com/senecacollegestore/home)

This can provide resources including renting textbooks, clothing, locating required textbooks, selling your textbooks, equipment required for specific courses and programs, etc.

### Accessible Learning Services

ALS is dedicated to supporting students with disabilities and ensuring equal access to academic opportunities. As part of the Seneca Student Services, we provide a range of supports that include academic accommodations, assistive technology, and resources to help students succeed in their studies.

More details about ALS can be found [here](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/122/accessible-learning-services/home).
More details about Academic Accommodations can be found [here](https://theservicehub.senecapolytechnic.ca/s/article/Academic-accommodations).

### Seneca's App Suite

Download Seneca’s [App Suite](https://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/student-services-and-support/mobile.html?_gl=1*5k1g40*_gcl_au*MTU2NTM0NzI5LjE3NDA0MjMwMDE.*_ga*OTI1NTYwOTg3LjE3NDAwMjMyMjc.*_ga_NKW0CZJEK5*MTc0NjEyNjMwMS42My4xLjE3NDYxMjk0NzQuMTcuMC45MzE4OTY2Ng..) to stay connected on campus or on‐the‐go.

### Selecting Your Class Schedule

Instructions on how to select your schedule can be found [here](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/226/selecting-your-class-schedule/home).

### Computer Requirements

Check your [program](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/14/school-of-information-technology-administration-security/wiki/view/6890/programs) for details on computer requirements.