Pre-Admissions Testing

As a mature learner, 19 years of age (or older) or who was homeschooled and did not meet the admissions requirements, you have a couple of options.

Option #1 – Write your English Grade 10 or 12 equivalency and/or write your Math Grade 10, 11 or 12 equivalencies with Pre-Admissions Testing.
Option #2 – Academic Upgrading offers Chemistry or Biology courses. (These cannot be taken as a test option). Preparatory courses are also available for English and Math testing.

Scheduling & Completing Pre-Admissions Testing

How to Schedule Your Test

This applies to those who have already applied with OCAS. Connect with Admissions to discuss your options and schedule testing. Testing will take place with ACCUPLACER, our virtual proctoring service.

What is ACCUPLACER?

ACCUPLACER is a standardized assessment used by Northern College to determine academic readiness when required program prerequisites are missing. Results help Admissions decide whether you are eligible to receive an offer of admission.

How do I request ACCUPLACER testing?

Step 1: Log in to your Student Portal

Step 2: Submit Payment

Sign in to your student account
Submit a $60 payment
Select “Other” as the payment option
In the description field, enter “Pre‑Admission Testing”

When will I receive my ACCUPLACER voucher code?

Once payment is received, it may take up to 4 business days to receive your ACCUPLACER voucher code by email.

How do I book my ACCUPLACER test?

Follow the instructions provided in the email from ACCUPLACER
Testing is completed online through ProctorU

What do I need to complete the test?

You will need:

A quiet, uninterrupted room
No other people present during testing
A working webcam
Reliable internet access

The average test time is approximately 2 hours, so please plan accordingly.

If you do not have access to a laptop or a space that meets the above requirements please reach out to admissions@northern.on.ca. A laptop and quiet space on campus can be arranged.

For Those That Have Not Yet Applied With OCAS

If you have not already applied with OCAS, you may connect with an Advisor to look at pre-admission testing options first.

Once you are confident, you can apply for the upcoming semester, continue to OCAS to create an account and apply for your program(s) of choice at ontariocolleges.ca. Please note that additional charges apply, and the application fee is non-refundable.

You can, at any point, reach out to any Advisor for continued support along your academic journey with Northern College. We’re here to support you!

E-mail: admissions@northern.on.ca
Phone: (705) 235-7222