Transition and Orientation
Choose from a variety of welcome events and orientation programs for incoming first-year students.
Over the summer, there will be online opportunities for you to connect with your fellow students and get answers to your questions about courses, programs, fees, finances and student life at the college. In late August/early September, register for the full six-day orientation, the two-day academic-focused orientation or just stop by for UC Day – it’s up to you.
Welcome Sessions and Orientation events focus on welcoming you to your new home, helping you connect with other first-year students, and giving you a chance to learn about university life with an opportunity to explore the world-class city of Toronto.
We know that starting University can be exciting and a little daunting. No need to worry, though: our exciting and fun first-year events will help you transition to campus life as you start your new journey. These are experiences that you are sure to never forget.
Our Welcome Sessions will take place in June. Join us at a Welcome Session to hear from your support team at UC, learn about course enrolment and registration, and tour our residences. Make sure to register by the deadline!
Join us for a week-long orientation program filled with events and activities to help you get acquainted with each other, the campus and the city.
PRE U of T is an annual intercollegiate Orientation event for students from across the Faculty of Arts & Science. The program is designed to introduce incoming students to their area of academic study and to help students learn strategies for success from professors and upper-year students.
During PRE U of T, students attend one of six panel discussions based on their program of study. The five streams are:
- Humanities
- Social Sciences
- Life Sciences
- Computer Science
- Physical & Mathematical Sciences
- Rotman Commerce
University College Commuter Orientation is a weekend-long orientation program that takes place in mid-late August each summer. Commuter Orientation builds a sense of community for incoming off-campus students through social, academic, and extracurricular activities. Meet student leaders, create lasting friendships and memories, and learn how to stay engaged and connected as an off-campus student.
Meet and talk with other new and upper-year UC international students, staff, and international student advisors.
Thrive Orientation is a free two-day orientation program for students looking for a condensed and academically-focused orientation.
Black Student Orientation
August 25 - August 29, 2025
Are you a Black student starting your journey at U of T? Want to celebrate Black culture, embrace community at the University of Toronto, and prepare yourself for the U of T experience? Want to meet new people and step into the year with confidence?
Black Student Orientation (BSO) is a week-long experience designed to welcome and support Black students across all campuses and years of study. There will be engaging panels, cultural showcases, wellness spaces, food, music, and a final-night semi-formal. From start to finish, this is your chance to connect, learn, and celebrate community. BSO 2025 is completely free and open to all Black students at U of T, regardless of faculty or year. You can attend BSO while still participating in your College or Faculty orientation events, so no need to choose between them!
Join us at Black Student Orientation for a series of different events and vibes, food, prizes, and more!
Register now by clicking here or at https://forms.office.com/r/mPv1P8r9kZ
You can find a full schedule of BSO 2025 events here: https://uoft.me/BSO2025Schedule
You can find more information on our Instagram page at @uoftbso