Room numbers will vary slightly, depending on the campus. However, as a general rule, here is how to read them:

Location: A1531

• The “A” refers to the building the classroom is in.
• The first digit refers to the level or floor.
• In this case, this class is in Building A, 1st floor in room 1531.

Be sure to download the Seneca Navigate app to help you find your way around campus.

• King Campus: main entrance near Security
• Markham Campus: main entrance near Security and Parking machine
• Newnham Campus:
  1. Building A, 3rd floor (near Tim Hortons)
  2. Building D, 2nd floor (near Continuing Education)
  3. Cafeteria entrance
  4. Residence (near Subway)
  5. SeneCentre, main Atrium
• Seneca@York Campus: Cafeteria entrance

There are no longer Change Machines at the College, as students are encouraged to use their OneCard.

• King Campus: Garriock Hall, 2nd floor near the Library, and inside the Cafeteria
• Markham Campus: inside the Cafeteria
• Newnham Campus:
  1. Building A, 3rd floor
  2. Building B, 1st floor, near the Bookstore
  3. Building D, 3rd floor
  4. Newnham Residence lobby
• Seneca@York Campus: inside the Cafeteria

Starbucks at Newnham Campus: Building A in Minkler Atrium, and Building D, 1st floor, outside the Cafeteria.

The new student will receive an email providing their username and temporary password.

Follow these steps to activate your account:

1. Go to our My.Seneca account activation site
2. Login with the username and password
3. Enter a new password, three challenge questions and click “Apply”

If you have any questions, please read these new account activation instructions.

If you have problems setting up or accessing your account, drop by the Service Desk in the Computing Commons at our major campuses, or email servicedesk@senecacollege.ca or phone 416.491.5050 ext. 22129.

The Student Centre is the online system students use to view or change their timetables, add or drop subjects, view grades, pay tuition fees, apply for bursaries, etc.

My.Seneca, also called Blackboard, is an online portal providing access to course materials, resources and tools used to communicate with teachers and other students.

For questions about the Student Centre and My.Seneca, stop by the Service Desk in the Computing Commons at our major campuses, or email servicedesk@senecacollege.ca or phone 416.491.5050 ext. 22129.

SenecaNET is the College’s super-fast and secure Wi-Fi network. It is easy to use and is available to all students for access to email, the Internet and the college’s network. You will need your Seneca username and password to configure your wireless device. Then, whenever you’re at King, Markham, Newnham or Seneca@York, you’ll automatically be connected to SenecaNET without having to log in.

As a new Seneca student, you may be required to write the Skills Assessment, even if you have written a pre-admission test. This assessment is done after you have accepted your offer of admission. Be sure to act quickly – getting your first-semester timetable may depend on a completed assessment.

For more information on Skills Assessment (including whether you need to complete one, how long this will take, and how to book your Skills Assessment online or by phone), visit our website or drop by one of our 4 Test Centres:

• King Campus: GH2035
• Markham Campus: M190
• Newnham Campus: B1050
• Seneca@York Campus: S1195

Students can access their timetable on the Student Centre.

English on Timetable: Most programs require an English course on the timetable. If a student does not have English, ask if they have done the assessment test. If not, they need to do it as soon as possible. Refer to Skills Assessment above.

On-Campus Application can be made to both Newnham and King Residence through Seneca Residence website.

For more information, contact the Residence number.

• King Campus: 905.833.1650 or email info.king@senecarez.ca.
• Newnham Campus: 416.491.8811

Off-Campus information is available online. Refer to Student Services or www.places4students.com and senecacollege.ca/student/housing

Seneca’s free campus shuttles are available between King, Markham, Newnham and Seneca@York campuses. The campus shuttle schedule is online. For the first 2 weeks, you can use the shuttles without a Seneca OneCard.  After the first 2 weeks, you will be required to use your OneCard to board the shuttles. Municipal transit, including York Region Transit (YRT) and the Toronto Transit Commission, also provide access to our campuses. Shuttle and YRT schedules are available at Student Services offices.

King, Markham and Newnham campuses: Entry to Seneca parking lots is controlled by access gates. You can pay by cash or credit card at one of the pay stations on campus (hourly and daily rates are available on weekdays, evenings and weekends), or purchase a parking plan and have it linked to your OneCard. It allows in-and-out privileges during the day, and it means no waiting in line at pay stations when classes are done. Additional options are also available. Please visit the parking website for more details.

Seneca@York Campus: Parking is maintained by York University. For more information please visit the York parking site.

Student Handbooks can be picked up from the Seneca Student Federation. They are free to all students.

A OneCard is a student photo ID card that every student must have. It can be used to pay for parking, meal plans, photocopying, printing on campus, bookstore items, and Seneca Library access. OneCard offices are located at:

• King Campus: GH1077
• Markham Campus: G14
• Newnham Campus: B1015
• Seneca@York Campus: S1040

Before your first day on campus, and to avoid line-ups, you can upload your own photo for your OneCard by visiting the OneCard website. In order to pick up your OneCard on campus you must have your student ID number (and preferably one piece of identification).

You can get your OneCard anytime during the first two weeks of class – so you do not need to rush on the first day.  You can use the shuttle service to travel between Seneca campuses without a OneCard during this time.

Lockers are decided by lottery at the start the semester. Rental fees are charged on a semester basis. Full lockers are $24 per semester and half lockers are $19 per semester.

Learn more on our Locker Rental webpage.

The following departments hire students: REC Council, Seneca Student Federation (SSF), Facilities, Library, Dining Services, Student Services, Bookstore, Learning Centre, and the Faculty of Continuing Education & Training. Check for postings on SenecaWorks, Seneca’s online job site.

There are many opportunities for students to get involved. For example: Seneca Student Federation (SSF), Recreation Council, various clubs, orientation leaders, student advocates, peer tutors, SMILE mentoring (available in all 2, 3, and 4 year programs), leadership program, residence life, and study groups.

Learn more on our Student Life page.

Meal plans can be purchased for use at many locations on campus. For information visit Campus Meal Plans or call 416.491.5050 ext. 22339.