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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. Our team of experienced student mentors will provide you with the information and support you need to make the most of your time at uOttawa. They were in your shoes not too long ago. Take a deep breath and get ready to embark on an unforgettable journey — Ready, Set, Go!

Ready, set, go!

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What to do before the end of your school year Ready...
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What to do once you're on campus Go!

Useful information

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

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.

Send a service request to IT Services if you encounter any technical problems

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

Online meeting with your mentor

Have last-minute questions? Want to chat with another student? Our mentors have been there, they can help you!

Meet your mentor (Canadian and international students)

Upcoming events

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Jul 30 to Aug 15

How to prepare for university

If you’re a Canadian student, your Regional Mentors will be in a city near you in late July and August to answer your questions.
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Jul 19 to Aug 28

Familiarize yourself with your campus

Get a head start by learning to navigate your faculty buildings and other important buildings on campus ahead of the fall term.
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Jun 30 to Jul 15

Virtual information sessions for international students

We will be offering virtual information sessions during the summer to help you prepare for your arrival in Canada and at uOttawa.
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Faculty mandatory information sessions

Your faculty will email your uOttawa account about its mandatory information session before you begin classes.
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Welcome Week

Join the Gee-Gee community during Welcome Week events to start the academic year off right!

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.