International & Exchange Student Orientation

Welcome to York University!

Are you a new international student starting classes this Winter 2025?
Join us for an incredible opportunity to meet fellow international students, build community, and to learn all about important resources and services available to you at York University!

Winter 2025 International & Exchange Student Orientation

Date and Time: January 4th, 2025 from 9:00am - 5:00pm

Location: Vari Hall

Register for Orientation!

Students are required to register.

Deadline to register is December 27th at 9am.

Please note that Winter 2025 International & Exchange Student Orientation is open only to new incoming international students.

Official Welcome from York International
Immigration and health insurance learning sessions
Service Fair including Canadian banks and phone companies
Campus Tour
Shopping Trip (registration at orientation)

Winter 2025 International & Exchange Student Orientation (Alternate Day 1)

Please note that this is only for new international students who will be arriving to Canada after January 4th, 2025.

Date and Time: January 17th, 2025 from 9:00am - 2:00pm

Location: York Lanes 280N

Register for Orientation!

Students are required to register.

Deadline to register is January 13th at 9am.


Schulich Students: Please watch for details about Launch Week via e-mail.
School of Continuing Students:If you are a student in School of Continuing Studies, please attend SCS orientation as information shared during International and Exchange Student Orientation will not be relevant to students in SCS. More information regarding SCS orientation will be shared directly from School of Continuing Studies soon through email.Additional Pre-Arrival Support
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