--- title: "Information for students starting Jan 2027" type: "wiki" space: "Transfer Credits" author: "Danielle Totino" created: 2025-11-04T18:42:46Z updated: 2026-10-26T14:28:43Z url: "https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/128/transfer-credits/wiki/view/17428/information-for-students-starting-jan-2027" --- # Information for students starting Jan 2027 ## **Information for students starting January 2027** Welcome to Seneca! If you plan to apply for transfer credit, please note that **the Transfer Credit Request option will be available in Student Home as early as mid-November.** ![A screenshot of a computerDescription automatically generated](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=ZhFOSJjPktMNLrJdKpCZ1g%3D%3D)          ![A screenshot of a phoneDescription automatically generated](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=zHaN3HzX7gu08mHZK08YpQ%3D%3D)  ![A screen shot of a phoneDescription automatically generated](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=uxRmLEK4FtFe9NOytvBXjA%3D%3D) Once it becomes available, you can submit your request along with the required documents: - [Transfer Credit Request Form](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/134/forms/wiki/view/2123/transfer-credit-request) - [Official Transcript](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/128/transfer-credits/wiki/view/4873/official-transcripts) - [Detailed Course Outlines](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/128/transfer-credits/wiki/view/4858/course-outline) - [Evaluation Report \(if applicable\)](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/128/transfer-credits/wiki/view/4874/international-from-institutions-outside-of-canada) https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/128/transfer-credits/wiki/view/4874/international-from-institutions-outside-of-canada Applications should be submitted as soon as the option is available to meet the **December 1, 2026 deadline** for Winter term processing. We recommend taking a moment to check the [eligibility requirements](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/128/transfer-credits/wiki/view/4864/eligibility). Explore your eligibility using the [Seneca Transfer Credits tool.](https://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/registrar/transfer-credit.html?_gl=1*87h0uk*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3NjIxODk0NDEuQ2p3S0NBaUF3cUhJQmhBRUVpd0F4OWNUZVJwb2ppQVZRaHZkU0pMc3ktZGp3dXZJOEctTjFqMTQtS0pmOHlqZ1hoQUFPRllPaTdMQTNCb0M3dFFRQXZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*OTMyMzQ4NDU1LjE3NjIxODU1NDM.*_ga*MzQxMDczOTkuMTczMTUwNzU1NQ..*_ga_NKW0CZJEK5*czE3NjIzNzA4MDckbzUwNiRnMSR0MTc2MjM3MzU3MyRqNTQkbDAkaDQ4MTY3MzU2MA..) ## **Frequently Asked Question** **Login & Access****Q:** Why can't I find the Transfer Credit Request option in Student Home? **A:** The option will only be made available mid-July for new Fall students, mid-November for new Winter students and mid-March for new Summer students. Check back then. **Program Selection** **Q:**What do I do if I cannot find my Seneca program using the look up? **A:** Double-check the spelling and program code. If still not found, contact theservicehub@senecapolytechnic.ca for assistance. ![](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=5XNsv69ijKIkfU%2FY30qWNQ%3D%3D) **Postsecondary Institution** **Q:** What do I do if I cannot find my previous postsecondary institution using the look up? **A:** Change **"Able to find the post secondary institution"** to **No**. You will then be given the option to enter your previous post secondary institution manually. ![](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=QX9Zgrp0AOdr%2B4VrvlbLMQ%3D%3D) **Degree Status** **Q:** I completed a credential, but it wasn't a degree, do I select yes or no? **A:** Select Yes only if you completed a degree **** at your previous institution. If not, select No. **Course by Course vs Degree Completion** **Q:** How do I request the course by course credits option on the form? **A:** After selecting your degree status, a new field will appear. If it doesn’t, please check your previous selections. ![](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=Qsiye2yQ1nfbHuOGU2DkIQ%3D%3D)![](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=%2Fib%2BcGhPHa1f88GvUdjbWA%3D%3D) **Adding Seneca Courses** **Q:** How do I add a specific requested Seneca  course? **A:** Change **“Were you able to find the Seneca Course in the list”** to **No** and use the look up to search for additional Seneca courses. ![](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=fGaFKLR4ZeXD%2FkdukN5LbQ%3D%3D) **Requesting Equivalent Courses** **Q:**How do I request a different Seneca course than the one listed as equivalent? **A:** Select No for **Request Equivalent Course** and then choose the course you prefer. If you are looking for a general education or liberal studies course, please ensure the **Course Type** is **General Education**. ![](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=L%2B4Bho8iMrdr35aAagvzOg%3D%3D) **Uploading Documents - Course Outlines** **Q:** How do I upload my course outline? **A:** Select **Course Outline** as the **Attachment Type**. In the description, include institution name and course code \(e.g., HumberACCT111\). Upload a PDF under the size limit. If issues occur, try another browser or device. **Steps to upload:** Click Add Attachment → My Device. Select your document, then click Upload. Once uploaded, click Done. ![](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=IqYq36nP5vwwqtqWsDbvtw%3D%3D) ![](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=81LwbnMBPDTKibUq5oa9mw%3D%3D) **Uploading Documents - Not Course Outlines** **Q:** Where can I upload extra documents like certificates to support my application? **A:** Select **Additional Information** when adding attachments. **Uploading Additional Documents** **Q:** How do I add additional documents for a course? **A:** Use **Add Another Attachment** under the Upload section for each course outline or supporting document. **Adding Additional Courses** **Q:** How do I add more than one course to my application? **A:** After saving your first course, click **Add External Course** again and repeat the process for each additional course. ![](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=vfPIhHs%2BAKmTPlEUL2EmnQ%3D%3D) ### **[Domestic Institutions](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/128/transfer-credits/wiki/view/4872/domestic-from-institutions-within-canada) FAQs** [**View the full Step-by-Step Guide for Domestic Institutions**](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/128/transfer-credits/wiki/view/15345/step-by-step-guide) **Institution Location** **Q:** My previous institution was in Canada. What do I select? **A:** Leave the option as Yes and click next. ![A screenshot of a computerDescription automatically generated](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=fGjRZgsm6wfOfiQc%2FvgIlg%3D%3D) **Previous Institution Selection** **Q:** I can’t find my previous post-secondary institution in the list. What should I do? **A:** Change the option to No. This will allow you to manually enter your institution name. ![](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=ztaizN6d8632oaj1Fs3g%2BA%3D%3D) **Adding External Courses** **Q:** I can’t find my previous institution’s course in the drop-down menu. What should I do? **A:** Change the option to No and manually enter the course code and title exactly as shown on your transcript and course outline. ![](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=uZnIPmUwzPTkaHuYMI5hlg%3D%3D) **Transcript Submission** **Q:** Can I upload my [official transcript](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/128/transfer-credits/wiki/view/4873/official-transcripts) myself? **A:** No, transcripts must be sent through ontariocolleges.ca \(OCAS\) or emailed directly from your institution to theservicehub@senecapolytechnic.ca. Transcripts from students, copies, or altered documents are not accepted. If you’ve previously submitted an [official transcript](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/128/transfer-credits/wiki/view/4873/official-transcripts) electronically, note this on your Transfer Credit Request form. **Transcript Delivery Method Not Listed** **Q:** I don’t see my transcript delivery method in the list. What should I do? **A:** We recommend saving your application and emailing theservicehub@senecapolytechnic.ca to let us know how your transcript was submitted. This will help ensure your application is processed correctly. Once your transcript submission is confirmed, you can proceed with your application. ### **[International Institutions](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/128/transfer-credits/wiki/view/4874/international-from-institutions-outside-of-canada) FAQs** [**View the full Step-by-Step Guide for International Institutions**](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/128/transfer-credits/wiki/view/15393/step-by-step-guide) **Institution LocationQ:** My previous institution was not in Canada. What do I select?**A:** Change the option to No and click next. ![A screenshot of a computerDescription automatically generated](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=3eYZ16aiBwdaOgT6Bg2T6g%3D%3D) **Evaluation Report** **Q:** What is an evaluation report and why do I need one? **A:** An evaluation report is an official credential assessment from [WES](https://www.wes.org/)or [ICAS](https://www.icascanada.ca/) that verifies your previous education for transfer credit purposes. It is required if your previous institution was outside Canada. **Evaluation Report Processing Time** **Q:** How long does it take to get an evaluation report? **A:** It can take several weeks. Apply early to meet submission deadlines and avoid delays. **WES Report Types** **Q:** Which WES report should I choose? **A:** WES Basic Course-by-Course — if you have an [official transcript](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/spaces/128/transfer-credits/wiki/view/4873/official-transcripts); WES ICAP Course-by-Course — if you do not have an official transcript. **Sending Reports to Seneca** **Q:** How do I make sure Seneca gets my WES report? **A:** Add Seneca’s Transfer Credit \(RO\) as the recipient of an electronic copy when you apply. If your report was not sent electronically, contact WES to redirect it to Seneca. **ICAS Reports** **Q:** Does ICAS require anything extra? **A:** ICAS evaluations are accepted in addition to an official transcript. Request a course-by-course evaluation. #### **Need Help?** If you have any questions about the transfer credit process, please reach out to the Transfer Credit Team at theservicehub@senecapolytechnic.ca. ## Attachments - [image_34114742621736348623586.png](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=ZhFOSJjPktMNLrJdKpCZ1g%253D%253D) - [image_24093329631736348623587.png](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=zHaN3HzX7gu08mHZK08YpQ%253D%253D) - [image_73184142341736348623587.png](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=uxRmLEK4FtFe9NOytvBXjA%253D%253D) - [image_31221864051736348623588.png](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=fGjRZgsm6wfOfiQc%252FvgIlg%253D%253D) - [mceclip0.png](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=5XNsv69ijKIkfU%252FY30qWNQ%253D%253D) - [mceclip1.png](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=%252Fib%252BcGhPHa1f88GvUdjbWA%253D%253D) - [mceclip2.png](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=Qsiye2yQ1nfbHuOGU2DkIQ%253D%253D) - [mceclip4.png](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=ztaizN6d8632oaj1Fs3g%252BA%253D%253D) - [mceclip5.png](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=uZnIPmUwzPTkaHuYMI5hlg%253D%253D) - [mceclip6.png](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=fGaFKLR4ZeXD%252FkdukN5LbQ%253D%253D) - [mceclip7.png](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=L%252B4Bho8iMrdr35aAagvzOg%253D%253D) - [mceclip8.png](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=vfPIhHs%252BAKmTPlEUL2EmnQ%253D%253D) - [image_19090537551736351726934.png](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=3eYZ16aiBwdaOgT6Bg2T6g%253D%253D) - [mceclip0.png](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=IqYq36nP5vwwqtqWsDbvtw%253D%253D) - [mceclip1.png](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=81LwbnMBPDTKibUq5oa9mw%253D%253D) - [mceclip0.png](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=QGEl%252FfdokACF3tjAMEDh%252BA%253D%253D) - [mceclip1.png](https://students.senecapolytechnic.ca/attachment?file=QX9Zgrp0AOdr%252B4VrvlbLMQ%253D%253D)