Follow the essential steps below to set yourself up for success before arriving on campus.
On this page:
Step 1
Accept your offer
When: Early June, or as specified in your offer letter
- Accept your offer of admission on the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC) website (our offer will include a specific deadline to accept your offer, don't miss it!)
- Log in to the JOIN U of T Applicant Website at join.utoronto.ca and check that your acceptance was received
- Review your offer letter conditions to ensure your admission to UTM
International Students: Review UTM's English Language Requirements.
Step 2
Apply for residence
When: June 9
Residence is guaranteed for all new full-time students entering their first year of university in an undergraduate program for the first time, if you:
- Complete the Residence Guarantee Application on residence.utoronto.ca by March 31, 2025
- Accept your offer of admission by the deadline (and before June 2, 2025)
- Complete the UTM Undergrad Application by June 9, 2025
Learn more about residence and off-campus housing options.
Step 3
Join EagleConnect
When: June 9
EagleConnect is a free, virtual program for new UTM students.
- Learn about course enrolment
- Get answers from upper-year students
- Meet your peers before classes start
Step 4
Register for Course Enrolment Workshops
When: June - August
Course enrolment begins for all incoming first-year UTM students on July 16, 2025 (potentially earlier if you have transfer credits). There are a number of things you can do to prepare for course enrolment:
- Register for first-year course enrolment webinars & events
- Browse and discover your courses in the Academic Calendar
- Visualize options for your course schedule with the Timetable Builder
- On your course enrolment day, be ready to register for your selected courses on ACORN
Step 5
Pay your fees
When: August 12
Once you’ve enrolled in at least one course, your tuition invoice will update on ACORN. From there, you need to either make a minimum tuition fee payment or defer your fees (if eligible) to become a registered student.
Other financial steps:
- Plan your university finances with the Financial Planning Calculator
- Apply for OSAP
- Find out if you're eligible for Scholarships
More detailed instructions around fee payment, deferrals and financial aid can be found here.
When: August 25 - 28
In person and online you can learn about the academic skills and resources you will need to succeed in your first year at UTM!
Math Background Tutorials: Evenings in August or August 18-21 (in person) Prepare for university math with this comprehensive review of essential topics and effective study strategies.
Step 7
Attend Orientation
When: August 29 - September 5
Get to campus early to learn about everything from academic preparedness, cool spots on campus, gym facilities, clubs, and more. Make friends, meet your peers, get free stuff!
Congratulations, you made it!
You've planned and prepared, and now it's time to begin. You're officially a U of T Mississauga student!
Residence move-in days
August 29 - 30, 2025
Parents, Families & Supporters Orientation
August 29 - 30, 2025
Fall classes begin
September 2, 2025
More Resources
International Students
Access resources tailored specifically to the international student experience.
