Welcome to the Wolfpack

Congratulations You’ve been accepted!

You are now one step closer to your dream career, and we can’t wait to be a part of your success.

This booklet is full of helpful information about what you need to do to secure your spot at Alberta’s newest polytechnic.

Along with being your guide for NWP’s registration process, you’ll find handy instructions, tips, and tricks to help you get ready for an unforgettable polytechnic experience.

Welcome to Northwestern Polytechnic

You’re going to love it here!

Northwestern Polytechnic campuses are located on Treaty 8 territory, the ancestral and present-day home to many diverse First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people. We are grateful to work, live, and learn on the traditional territory of Duncan’s First Nation, Horse Lake First Nation, and Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation, who are the original caretakers of this land.

We acknowledge the history of this land and we are thankful for the opportunity to walk together in friendship, where we will encourage and promote positive change for present and future generations.

Whether you want to manage expectations about the first day of classes or learn more about key dates and deadlines, technology requirements, or delivery methods – we’ve got you covered.

What’s INSIDE

In Your Hands

Throughout this booklet, you’ll find many Quick Response codes. These QR codes are designed for speedy access, eliminating the need to manually input URLs. By scanning a QR code, you can instantly jump to helpful web pages.

Start your NWP exploration now!

Simply open your phone's camera app and scan the code - a clickable link will pop up on your device with everything you need to know about select topics.

Get Connected

Hook into “NWP Guest” Wi-Fi while on campus. No password required - simply review and agree to our policy.

Academic Advising

Navigating necessary courses, options, and prerequisites can be daunting. Fortunately, NWP has Academic Advisors who can help you plan, explain course schedules, and provide insight about prerequisites for university transfer programs.

Our Academic Advisors are available Monday to Friday during regular office hours. To ensure you’re paired with the right advisor, please refer to all instructions before scheduling a meeting.

Accessibility

Program support services are available to ensure a fair, equitable, and accessible environment for all. Visit our team in the Learning Commons to discuss your needs.

Bookstore

Check out our online campus bookstore or visit us in-person on the GP campus to get the right books, a sharp Wolves’ fit, or other great NWP merch.

Career Services

NWP students can book 1-on-1 appointments for help with resume and cover letter review, practice interviews, and job search strategies. Career Services organizes on-campus events throughout the year including helpful workshops, employer information sessions, and career fairs. Don’t forget to check out the virtual job board, explore on-campus events, and book career advising appointments.

Indigenous Services

Cultural and social activities, plus a network that cares. Drop by NWP’s On-Campus Friendship Centre to make valuable new connections. There is always room for you in the circle.

Financial Aid

In search of funding solutions? We are here to provide guidance about award and aid programs. Drop-in or schedule a visit using our online booking system.

Fitness Centres

The Fairview and Grande Prairie campuses both offer a range of fitness equipment for student use. Your Wellness Fees cover your membership to our fitness centers so you can stay fit and healthy.

Food

NWP has dining options on both campuses for students to fuel up.

Health and Dental Plan

Managed by the Students’ Association, the student Health and Dental Plan is available for enrolled NWP students who meet eligibility requirements. If you are taking 9 credits or more, or have been approved for a reduced course load, you will be automatically opted-in to the plan. NWPSA’s Health and Dental plan provides many benefits, such as dental, vision, and prescription coverage, along with tuition insurance.

Important Dates

We don’t want you to miss a thing! Check in here often to find key dates, deadlines, and events.

Learning Commons

Our Learning Commons facilties in both Fairview and Grande Prairie are great places for learning and research.

Lockers

Lockers are conveniently located on both the Fairview and Grande Prairie campuses.

GP Campus – Secure your spot online.

Fairview Campus – Allocated on a first-come, firstserved basis, limited lockers are available free of charge. Act quickly, or you may be disappointed.

Mental Health

School, life…we know it can be a grind. Our Mental Health team is here for you. Choose on-campus support or use the Telus Health Student Support App – downloadable from the Apple App Store or Google Play.

All information is kept private on the App, plus students get unlimited access to articles, tools, resources, and dedicated Telus Health Student Support Advisors/Counsellors.

Orientation

We always like to welcome our Wolfpack in style. Orientation week is an exciting time, filled with fun activities to get you into the campus rhythm and set you up for success. Let us help you get set and ready to go!

Parking

Here’s the deal. Parking is pretty simple on our Fairview Campus – it’s free. Grande Prairie Campus parking, including the hospital lot, requires a valid permit from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday. A parking permit at GP Campus Residence is required 24/7/365.

GP Students can search, pay for, and extend parking sessions with the HONK app. Download it now to save on time, money, and tickets.

Safety First

Campus Security is available 24/7 for emergencies or safety concerns. Download the NWP Safety app on your Apple or Android mobile device to stay informed.

Sport and Fitness

Whether you want to crush personal fitness goals, take a group class, join a team, or cheer on the Wolves, NWP has plenty of ways to get active.

Students' Association

NWPSA offers students many benefits, including the health and dental program, a relaxing lounge, study space, fun events, and various activities.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

As part of the NWP Wolfpack you can expect a welcoming, safe, and inclusive environment. We also have expectations from our students that are laid out in the Student Rights and Responsibilities Policy.

Get Set!

You’ve got the invite but now you need to officially become part of the Wolfpack. Here’s what to do:

Activate your myNWP self-service account.

Go to NWPolytech.ca and select myNWP.

If you are new to myNWP, please click Request Account.

Logging In.

NWP provides a temporary password for your first log in along with instructions on how to set up the account. This information will be sent to the email noted in your initial application. Your seven-digit NWP Student ID number is your username.

Setting up a password.

Once you have successfully logged in, you will be prompted to reset your temporary password. Remember:

• Passwords MUST be between eight and twelve characters

• Passwords MUST contain at least one number, one upper case letter, and at least one special character (!, @, $, %)

• Passwords CANNOT contain your name or ID number

Course Delivery Options. On-Campus (face-to-face)

This type of in-person course is delivered on campus in a specific location which will be indicated on the student timetable.

Asynchronous (online)

These courses are delivered online through NWP’s learning management system. There are no set class times and students attend asynchronously.

Synchronous (remote)

Delivered remotely through video-conferencing technologies, these courses have set times and students are expected to attend all online classes.

Go!

Now that you have myNWP access, it’s time to make tracks!

Step

You’ll want to check the Admissions tab to confirm your Application Status. If it says Permitted/Admitted or Permitted/Conditional, you can move ahead to Step 2.

Step

Click on the Registration Tab and pay your Registration Deposit. This deposit is non-refundable but once registration is complete, the payment will be subtracted from your tuition and fee total.

Ways to Pay:

• On your myNWP account under the myFinances tab

• In person at the Registrar’s Office with debit, cash, or cheque

• Using your bank’s online bill payment system:

• Payee = Northwestern Polytechnic

• Account = NWP Student ID #

• Using Flywire

• By e-transfer to AR@nwpolytech.ca.

Be sure to add your Student ID number in the notes.

Check Your Work.

Select Checklist under the Admissions tab to ensure your Registration Deposit has been received. If the payment has cleared, it will disappear.

Way to go! You’ve just officially confirmed acceptance of NWP’s offer.

Time to Register.

Now that you have your myNWP account up and running, it is time to register for your classes!

Divide and Conquer.

Online registration is set up for one semester at a time. Most students will choose courses in both Fall and Winter and you will want to do the same to stay on track for graduation. If you are starting in Winter – pick your classes for that semester first and then move on to Fall.

Scheduling your future.

All registration starts in the same place:

Step

Sign into myNWP and check your Application Status under the Admissions tab. If you have paid your deposit, everything should be ready to roll.

Step

Click on the Registration Tab.

Step

Select Credit Courses from the menu. You can find courses and selections by using the Selection Search option.

Step

Select a Period – either Fall, Winter, or Spring.

Some programs use block registration, instead of individual selections. This means that courses will be organized into a group for you to select. Block registration typically applies to the following programs:

Step

Add a course to your cart.

Step

Choose Proceed to Registration when browsing courses OR viewing your cart.

Step

Select Register OR return to the Credit Courses page and select the Period.

Step

Review your schedule and accept the conditions. This is the time to remove unwanted courses in your cart. You can also drop any courses that you’ve registered for but don’t want.

Step

Finalize Changes.

• Veterinary Technology

• Early Learning & Child Care

• Health Care Aide

• Primary Care Paramedic

• ThinkBIG Service Technician

• Harley-Davidson® Technician

• Motorcycle Mechanic

Get eyes on your schedule.

Once your registration is finalized, return to your home page and select the My Courses tab:

>> Select Schedule

>> Select Student Schedule

>> Under the Period heading, choose a semester from the drop-down menu

>> Click Submit

Helpful Hints.

By the Numbers.

Course Codes identify an offering, for example, Introduction to University Chemistry II is coded as CH1020.

Subtype is how the course is delivered.

It might be a Lecture, Lab, Seminar, or any combination of the three.

Section is used to distinguish different sections of the same course offered on different days and times in each semester.

Finding great courses.

There are lots of ways to narrow down your selections.

>> Keywords (i.e., Psych)

>> Term (i.e., 2024 Fall)

>> A course code (i.e., PY1040)

>> Subject (i.e., AH)

>> Try Advanced Search

Changing your mind.

When viewing your cart, select Remove to the right of the course if you no longer want to register for the course or section.

Dealing with error messages.

Trying to add a course but not having luck? You may not be eligible to register for that course. If you believe there’s been a mistake, please connect with the Registrar’s Office.

Dropping Courses.

Once you are registered in a course, you have until the Add/Drop Courses deadline to make changes. You can modify your selections from the home page:

>> Select Registration, then Credit Courses from the menu

>> Choose which Period you would like change

>> Check Drop to the right of the course/courses

>> Complete by accepting the disclaimer then

Finalize Changes and Next to complete

You will now be able to see an updated schedule and revised fee schedule.

If you have any trouble making changes to your schedule, the Registrar’s Office can help. Contact registration@nwpolytech.ca, call 780-539-2981, or visit us in person at the Registrar's Office.

Transfer Credits.

Once you have been accepted into an NWP credential program, you can apply to have your previous education evaluated. Transfer Credit assessments are completed as part of the admission process and letters advising of the outcome are issued when program acceptance is communicated.

Waitlists.

NWP uses waitlists for courses that are currently at capacity. If you are waitlisted, and a seat becomes available, you will be notified by email. To accept a waitlist spot, you may register online or contact the Registrar’s Office at 780-539-2981, registration@nwpolytech.ca, or in person.

If you do not accept the seat within 72-hours of email receipt, you will remain on the waitlist but will be moved to the bottom of the list.

You may join multiple waitlists, but only one waitlist per course. Meaning that, if you are registered in one section, you may not waitlist in other sections. To streamline the process for everyone, the Registrar’s Office will monitor registrations and remove students from duplicate sections. The Registrar’s Office has the right to decide which section(s) will be dropped based on enrolment.

Students can update their email address using My Profile on myNWP. It is very important to keep an updated email address to ensure you receive NWP emails, waitlist offers, and other exciting news.

Here for You.

Our Academic Advisors can help guide your course selection, explain program requirements, and more.

Connect with our program specific advisors or reach out for general assistance today!

Need more help? Please contact the Registrar’s Office at studentinfo@nwpolytech.ca. Be sure to provide your Name, NWP Student ID#, and your questions. You may also call 780-539-2944, or stop by our office Monday to Friday during regular business hours from 8:30am – 4:30pm.

Grande Prairie H103, 10726 106 Avenue

Fairview FAC109, 11235 98 Avenue.

Refund and Withdrawal Policy.

Students who choose to drop their courses within 8 instructional days of the beginning of the semester will receive a refund, less the non-refundable deposit.

Students who withdraw from a course after the first 8 instructional days will not be eligible for a refund and will receive a “W” on their transcript, which will not affect their GPA.

All NWP policies can be found online.

Stay on Course.

At NWP, you’ll find virtually everything in your myNWP online account.

This one-stop-shop is where you can regularly review your course schedule, grades, admissions details, financial data, upcoming events, and more. In fact, even after you graduate, your account will be available so you can always stay connected to your NWP Wolfpack.

Don’t forget to download the myNWP app from your device’s online store.

myClass/Webmail and Lab Access

myClass, Webmail, and Lab access all share the same username and password. You may log in to these accounts on the first day of classes.

Username: Your username is your NWP student email address: StudentID@nwpolytech.ca (example 5000000@nwpolytech.ca).

Password: Your default password is your birthdate in the format of: YYYYMmmDD (example 2002Jul06). You will be prompted to change this password.

Webmail

Log in through the webmail link on the NWP website. Be sure to check this email regularly as all important campus communication will be sent here over the course of the year.

Adding your webmail to your mobile device is easy, especially with the Outlook app.

Connect to “NWPGuest” wifi

Android:

Mail>App>Accounts>Settings>Add Account

Apple:

Settings>Mail>Accounts>Add account

Add account to whichever option has the word “Exchange” in it

Enter your email as StudentID@nwpolytech.ca and enter password when prompted

Tap Next – it will verify

If there are issues, double check the following:

Server: outlook.office365.com

Domain: nwpolytech.ca

Username: StudentID@nwpolytech.ca

Android: enter “nwpolytech.ca\ StudentID@nwpolytech.ca”

Tap Next to sign in. Agree to popups. Save.

Money Stuff

You will find your statement, estimated fees, and tax forms on the myNWP portal, under the “My Finances” tab.

Tuition and Fees Payments.

There are several ways to pay at Northwestern Polytechnic: Online – with the help of your bank

Flywire – perfect for International students

E-Transfer – send money via email

In-person – using your debit card

Crunching Numbers.

The NWP website has a handy tuition calculator that is easy to use. Simply enter the relevant info and you will receive an estimate of your tuition, housing, parking, and other fees.

Financial Aid.

Our Financial Aid team is here to help. We can provide guidance on the best way to finance your education including various award and support programs. Drop-in appointments are welcome.

Show me the money.

NWP has over 300 bursaries, scholarships, and awards that have been specifically designed to give students a financial boost. Check out what’s available and apply today.

Loan me the money.

You may be eligible for a student loan. This is money that must be paid back in time but can help ease the cost of tuition and other school expenses.

An Alberta Student Number (ASN) is generally required to apply. To get started, please go to the Learner Registry page on the Alberta Learning website and select “Lookup ASN.” If you have recently moved here and/or have not previously registered with a school or post-Secondary institution in the province, you can request an ASN by selecting “Request ASN.”

To apply for Student Loan and various other Government funding sources, you will need a verified Alberta digital ID.

If you are being sponsored by a First Nation, government agency, employer, or organization, your sponsor must complete our NWP Confirmation of Sponsorship form. Submit completed forms to our Financial Aid office: financialaid@nwpolytech.ca.

Welcome Home

Whether you are in the classroom or recharging on your couch, we want you to be comfortable, content, and connected.

NWP campuses offer a variety of services and amenities to make your post-secondary experience one to remember. Plus, our Fairview and Grande Prairie residences are steps away from the action.

In fact, the only way you can roll into class any faster is if one of your newfound friends gives you a push!

Reach out to our residence department to learn more about NWP’s affordable and safe housing options.

To-Do List

This is it – everything you need to do to ensure your future at Northwestern Polytechnic starts off on the right foot.

Make note of these deadlines so you don’t miss a thing!

Important Deadlines

Set up your myNWP Account

Deadline

This gets the ball rolling but you’ll want to regularly check in online to action new tasks or requirements.

Take a tour of NWP’s campuses and accommodation options

Schedule a meeting with an Academic Advisor Register for classes

Decide about Health and Dental

Contact Experience@nwpolytech.ca to book a personalized tour of our facilities.

While not all programs require this step, it is nice to connect before you finalize your class registration.

Registration opens May 1st.

Full-time students: automatic opt-in Students with existing extended coverage: MUST opt out

Indigenous status declaration: automatic opted out.

Pay your tuition

Attend Orientation

Pay for parking (GP campus only)

Access your NWP email account

Tuition should be paid before the first day of classes each semester.

Keep those eyes peeled for email news from NWP and your department.

The first day you attend campus.

Email accounts activate on the first day of classes.