Orientation for Graduate Students
Welcome!
Welcome to the University of Toronto’s School of Graduate Studies (SGS). In choosing to dedicate yourself to graduate studies here at U of T, you are joining a diverse and extensive team of global leaders in teaching, research and innovation. We are excited and proud to have you become a part of our community.
Graduate school is a very busy time, and a graduate education at U of T offers unparalleled professional and personal opportunities to learn and grow in myriad ways. To help you discover and navigate the many offerings and supports available at U of T, the School of Graduate Studies hosts an annual orientation in the fall.
Orientation
SGS Graduate Orientation
New graduate students starting their program in January 2025 will be invited to a welcome event taking place at the School of Graduate Studies at 63 St. George Street on January 29. Registration is required, and more information will be sent by email. If you have any questions about this event, please contact us at cgpd@utoronto.ca.
The School of Graduate Studies Fall 2024 Orientation took place in August. Watch the SGS Fall 2024 Orientation recording.
Upcoming events
All new international graduate students are invited to take part in the Centre for International Experience’s Grad Step Up
January 14, 5-7:30 p.m., Centre for International Experience (33 St. George Street)
Register for Grad Step Up
Making the Most of your Graduate Experience: Strategies for Academic Success, Finding Community and Getting Involved
January 28, 12-1:30 p.m., Zoom
Register for Making the Most of your Graduate Experience
Talking to New People for Incoming Grad Students
January 29, 9-10:30 a.m., Multi-Faith Centre, Main Activity Hall, 569 Spadina Avenue
Register for Talking to New People
Grads Connect for Incoming Students
January 30, 7-8:30 p.m., Zoom
Register for Grads Connect
Grad Student Focused Programs and Services Campus Tour
January 31, 12-1 p.m.
January 31, 5-6 p.m.
Register for a campus tour