New Student Guide
Congratulations on your acceptance to Innis College in the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto. You’re now part of the welcoming and supportive Innis community that is here for you in so many ways, in class and beyond.
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things Innis students should do before Fall 2025
things Innis students should do before Fall 2025Get ready for your first year by completing these essential tasks before the start of the term.
1. Accept your offer
Make sure to accept your offer by the deadline stated on your offer letter to secure your spot.
2. Secure your residence guarantee
If you’re planning to live in residence, visit StarRez and complete your application by March 31 to retain your residence guarantee.
3. Join "Innis 101" on Quercus
This online learning platform provides crucial information on course enrolment, university transition, and student life. You will be invited to join Innis 101 in May!
4. Get matched with your Insider Peer Mentor
Your Insider mentor is a current student who will guide you through your transition to university, answer your questions, and share helpful advice. You will be automatically enrolled in this program as a part of the Innis community. Look for your first Insider email in June.
5. Attend Innis's Academic Orientation & Welcome
Plan to attend our in-person Academic Orientation & Welcome event in June. Details coming soon!
6. Bookmark three important websites
Stay organized by bookmarking these key resources:
- Arts & Science Academic Calendar – Lists programs, courses, and university policies to help you plan your degree
- Timetable Builder – Helps you find courses and create possible class schedules
- ACORN – The University’s student portal where you can enroll in courses, check fees, and access important info
7. Consider a First-Year Learning Community
Join a First-Year Learning Community (FLC) to connect with peers and gain extra support during your first year.
8. Enrol in Courses
Course enrolment for first-year students opens in mid-July. You’ll be given a start time, on ACORN, a few weeks before that.
9. Sign up for Orientation Week
Kick off your first year by joining Orientation Week on August 25-29, where you’ll meet new friends, explore campus, and get a fun introduction to student life at Innis!
10. Pay your fees on time
Ensure your tuition and other fees are paid by August 12 to avoid any registration issues.
11. Get ready for classes!
Mark your calendars: Fall 2025 classes begin on September 2!
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They call themselves a “student life specialist,” and this honest, sometimes funny, and always informed Innis student will tackle all your big (and little) questions.
Follow us
Start following some of our Instagram accounts now to get a picture of what life is like at Innis!
Explore unique Innis learning opportunities
Innis offers special small-classroom courses through our First-Year Foundations (FYF) programs, Innis One: Storytelling and Society and FYF@Innis Seminars
Navi can help you find student resources
Navi is U of T’s anonymous and confidential virtual wayfinder that helps you navigate everything from mental health resources and financial aid to admissions, housing, and getting involved.
Be sure to check out these useful first-year resources!
Explore the FYF Innis One Program
FYF Innis One: The Creative City is an exciting first-year program that encourages you to explore your relationship with urban life – a great intro to academics at Innis!
Discover a unique first-year learning experience
If you’re looking for a dynamic small-group learning experience geared to first-year students, explore the range of individual FYF@Innis seminars here.
askastudent anything
They call themselves a “student life specialist,” and this honest, sometimes funny, and always informed Innis student will tackle all your big (and little) questions.
Follow us
Start following some of our Instagram accounts now to get a picture of what life is like at Innis!
Get the inside scoop
Who better to guide your transition into first year that someone who’s been in your shoes? With The Insider, our mentorship program, you will have an upper-year mentor ready to share tips and answer your burning questions.
Navi can help you find student resources
Navi is U of T’s anonymous and confidential virtual wayfinder that helps you navigate everything from mental health resources and financial aid to admissions, housing, and getting involved.
Discover Innis 101
What do you need to succeed in your first year? From academics to student life, there’s a specific Innis 101 module to guide you. We’ll invite you to join Innis 101 shortly after the deadline to accept your admission offer. Then you’ll log in using your JOINid/UTORid.
