Information for newly admitted students

2021 Winter

GRADUATE ORIENTATION WINTER 2021

Graduate Studies Orientation is a key part of your preparation for studying at the graduate level at Trent University and a great opportunity to connect with new graduate students from Canada and around the world.

Orientation for this year consists of online presentations and workshops providing all the information you need to know to get started as a graduate student and begin your academic journey at Trent. Welcome to the School of Graduate Studies!

Review your Offer of Admission

Take time to carefully look over your offer of admission from the School of Graduate Studies. Understand the details of your offer. Review your finances and understand how any funding offer contribute to reducing costs you are responsible for. Confirm any outstanding conditions are met to finalize your requirements. Ask questions.

Health Coverage

Graduate students starting their program in January 2021 are billed Health & Dental coverage within their posted fees. Students who do not require coverage must OPT OUT with proof of comparable coverage during the opt out period. There are no exceptions or extensions to the opt out deadline. Winter opt out deadline is January 1, 2021 to January 31, 2021.

For more information on UHIP and Health & Dental benefits please review these documents:

Understanding UHIP: Health Insurance for International Students
Understanding Health & Dental Benefits

Registration

Registration for newly admitted students will open in late November. Students have until January 10th to select and adjust their winter term courses.

Students can obtain their TrentU ID card through the card office.

Summary of Past Orientation Webinars

New Student Welcome and Registration Information (July 30, 2020)
Meet with the School of Graduate Studies and begin your journey at Trent. Learn more about upcoming course registration
Recording of Webinar

Registration Q & A Session and Traill College Meet and Greet (Aug 5, 2020)
Your chance to ask questions about graduate registration and learn all about Traill College!
Recording of Webinar

International Student Q & A Session (Aug 11, 2020)
Meet with Trent International and the School of Graduate Studies. This session provides information for new international graduate students.
Recording of Webinar
Presentation document only