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New students

Hello Gee-Gee!

We hope you’re thrilled to start this new chapter in your life here at uOttawa. Here’s some information to help you through this transition.
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Accept your offer

Instructions on accepting your offer are in your admission file in uoZone (your student portal) under the Applications tab. If you haven't received an admission decision yet, you can also track your admission status.

Open your Admission file in uOzone
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Will you need housing and a meal plan?

Our residences offer housing on campus or in the surrounding areas. Meal plans depend on which style of residence you live in and how often you plan to eat on campus.

Apply in uoZone before June 1st for your guaranteed housing spot
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Be sure you know your student number

Your nine-digit identifier is in the email we sent you when you applied. The email includes your uoZone login information as well. Remember these credentials — you'll need them daily.

If you encounter any technical problems, send a service request to IT services.
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Enrol in your courses

Once you accept your offer of admission, you’ll need to enrol in your courses. For new and incoming undergraduate students, enrolment begins May 21 at 8 a.m. 

We have lots of enrolment support. Your regional mentor — or international mentor if you’re an international student — can help you through the steps to enrol.

Attend a pre-course enrolment session with a mentor
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Apply for scholarships and financial aid

We want to help you reach your dream of postsecondary education with the lightest financial burden possible. Whether it’s through government aid, scholarships, or other bursaries, there’s definitely something for you!

Find out how to apply for government financial aid and scholarships
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Do you need a study permit?

International students must have a valid study permit before starting classes in Canada and ensure it remains valid throughout your program. Apply as soon as you’ve received your offer of admission (even if it’s conditional). 

Immigration FAQ for newly admitted international students
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Improve your language skills

Keep up your French or become completely fluent through uOttawa’s French Immersion Stream. By taking some of your regular content courses in French, you’ll develop knowledge of your field in two languages. 

But first, make sure you qualify by taking the Immersion Entry Test.
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Arrange for academic accommodations (if required)

If you have a temporary or permanent disability, you can receive academic accommodations for extra support during your studies. Email the Academic Accommodations Service as soon as possible.

Accommodations overview, services and hours

Indigenous Affirmation

We pay respect to the Algonquin people, who are the traditional guardians of this land. We acknowledge their longstanding relationship with this territory, which remains unceded. 

We pay respect to all Indigenous people in this region, from all nations across Canada, who call Ottawa home. We acknowledge the traditional knowledge keepers, both young and old. 

And we honour their courageous leaders: past, present, and future. 

Learn more about the Indigenous Affirmation.