Guiding Applicants on Their Adventure: The Applicant Checklist

Posted on Tuesday, January 27th, 2026

A student avatar applying to a program and then getting accepted at Algonquin College.

Imagine this: An applicant is setting out on an exciting quest to join Algonquin College. In the future, the Applicant Checklist tool will serve as a map to guide students through the Algonquin College admissions process.

As part of the transition from GeneSIS to Thesis Student Management, the new Student Portal will replace ACSIS. The Applicant Checklist tool in the new Thesis Student Portal will help applicants track their progress. It’s designed to make the admissions process clear and easy to follow. For employees, understanding this tool means you can confidently guide applicants on their journey.

The Adventure Map

Think of the Applicant Checklist as the applicant’s quest map:

  • Checkpoints = Admissions Stages like “Application Submitted” or “Documents Accepted.”
  • Side Quests = Additional Requirements such as uploading a portfolio or booking an HPAT test.
  • Treasure = Enrolled in Program at the end of the admissions journey.

Your role? Helping adventurers read the map and stay on course.

Why This Map Matters

For applicants, the checklist means:

  • Clear visibility of what’s done and what’s left.
  • Confidence in knowing their next step.
  • Fewer surprises and better communication.

When applicants feel informed, interactions will become smoother and more positive.

How It Works

Here’s what you need to know:

  • The checklist will appear in the new Student Portal.
  • The checklist has sections with key information.
  • Applicants can upload required documents and track their progress in one place.

Try It Out

Want to learn more about the Applicant Checklist? Try this short activity to get an overview of the Applicant Checklist and check your understanding. It’s quick and will help support applicants.

Related Reading

Interested in learning more about how the new Student Portal improves communication and supports learners? Check out these blog posts.

Taking a few minutes to read these will help you stay informed and ready to support learners with confidence! 

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Do you have questions about the changes to the admissions process? You can submit questions or suggestions by contacting your department’s Change Champion, attending an R3 Showcase event, or contacting us. 

 


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