Welcome to York University
Looking for Orientation programming? You're in the right place.
Orientation happens two times throughout the academic year, once in the Fall term and another in the Winter term. Fall Orientation takes place near the end of August to the beginning of September, usually the week before classes begin. Winter Orientation, also known as Frost Week, takes place in January. Each orientation gives you the chance to connect with other students, get familiar with your academic program, and make long-lasting memories.
Orientation at York University features many events and programs, including:
- Academic and faculty-specific orientations so incoming students can meet their peers and find out about faculty-specific resources.
- Information sessions about accessing university services and support to assist your academic journey.
- Social programming and activities throughout the week to facilitate friendships and fun!
Beginning academic studies at York University? Let our New Student Transitions Programming welcome you and get you ready.
Throughout the summer we will be offering:
- Campus Tours
- Virtual Information Sessions
- All About York Sessions
- Parent & Family Programming
Check out our complete schedule below for dates, times, event descriptions and registration links.
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2026 Fall Orientation Schedule
MATURE STUDENT ORIENTATION
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Location
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Description
ATKINSON CENTRE FOR MATURE
& PART-TIME STUDENTS
Join us for a comprehensive introduction to campus and support services for mature students.
TRANSFER STUDENT ORIENTATION
Time
TBD
Location
TBD
Description
ATKINSON CENTRE FOR MATURE
& PART-TIME STUDENTS
Join us to explore strategies for transfer student success at York! This orientation session will highlight the issues transfer students face as they transition to university, explore strategies for transfer student success and provide an overview of campus resources that can support academic and personal success at York.
NEW STUDENT MOVE-IN
Time
TBD
Location
All residences
Description
Welcome to York University!
Move-in. Get set up. There will be plenty of students and staff eager to help.
PARENT & FAMILY ORIENTATION
Time
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Location
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Description
Start your experience at York with confidence by attending York University’s Parent & Family Orientation. This session is designed to help families support their students as they begin or continue their academic journey at York.
Parents and supporters will hear directly from key campus partners who play an important role in student success. Each speaker will highlight essential services, programs, and resources including academic support, campus involvement, financial services, and more.
Registration TBA
RESIDENCE ORIENTATION
Time
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Location
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Description
Get moved in. Get set up. Meet your housemates and residence staff. Welcome to your home at York!
Registration TBD
INDIGENOUS STUDENT ORIENTATION
Time
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Location
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Description
Meet the staff and learn about all the resources and amenities available to you.
Registration information TBD
INTERNATIONAL & EXCHANGE STUDENT ORIENTATION
Time
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Location
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Description
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!
Registration TBD
ACADEMIC ORIENTATION - SCHOOL OF ARTS, MEDIA, PERFORMANCE & DESIGN (AMPD)
Time
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Location
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Description
Join us for a welcome to the School of Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD), including:
- Introduction to AMPD resources
- AMPD trivia
- and more!
Registration TBD
ACADEMIC ORIENTATION - FACULTY OF EDUCATION
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Location
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Description
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Registration TBD
ACADEMIC ORIENTATION - FACULTY OF HEALTH
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Location
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Description
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Registration TBD
ACADEMIC ORIENTATION - LASSONDE SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING
Time
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Location
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Description
Your mandatory Academic Orientation is designed to set you on the path to success in your academic program, life at Lassonde and York University and in building connections with your peers. As you get ready to embark on your post-secondary journey, this is a perfect opportunity to meet your Academic Advisors, Faculty as well as current and upper-year peers who will guide you through everything you need to know for your first year at Lassonde and York University. We are excited to welcome you to our community!
Registration TBD
ACADEMIC ORIENTATION - FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENTAL AND URBAN CHANGE (EUC)
Time
TBD
Location
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Description
Welcome to Environment and Urban Change (EUC):
- Meet the Program Coordinators, Advisors, and Peer Mentors
- Go on a virtual campus tour
- Learn about Student committees
- Plus trivia and prizes!
Registration TBD
ACADEMIC ORIENTATION - LIBERAL ARTS & PROFESSIONAL STUDIES (LA&PS)
Time
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Location
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Description
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Registration TBD
ACADEMIC ORIENTATION - LASSONDE SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING
Time
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Location
TBD
Description
Your mandatory Academic Orientation is designed to set you on the path to success in your academic program, life at Lassonde and York University and in building connections with your peers. As you get ready to embark on your post-secondary journey, this is a perfect opportunity to meet your Academic Advisors, Faculty as well as current and upper-year peers who will guide you through everything you need to know for your first year at Lassonde and York University. We are excited to welcome you to our community!
Registration TBD
ACADEMIC ORIENTATION - GLENDON
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Location
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Description
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Registration TBD
ACADEMIC ORIENTATION - SCHULICH SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Time
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Description
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Registration information TBA
ACADEMIC ORIENTATION - FACULTY OF SCIENCE
Time
TBA
Description
Join the Bethune College team to learn about how we can help you as a Science student:
- Academic support programs
- Workshops and events
- Your peer mentor
- College Council
- student spaces
- and more!
Registration information TBA.
YORK LIONS SOCCER GAME
Time
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Location
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Description
Details TBA
UPPER YEAR STUDENT MOVE-IN
Time
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Location
All residences
Welcome back to our upper-year residence students!
MARKHAM ACADEMIC ORIENTATION
Time
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Location
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Description
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OPEN DOORS YORK
Time
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Location
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Description
Kick off the school year at Open Doors York — your gateway to an exciting and successful start at York. New and returning students will be able to:
- Meet campus partners
- Learn about student services
- Get to know college teams
- Find resources
- Discover opportunities & supports
- Connect with academic departments
- and more!
You can expect:
- Music
- Interactive activities
- Sponsor booths
- Free snacks and drinks
- Prizes and giveaways
- and more!
You don't want to miss it. Discover everything York has to offer.
Registration TBD
2026 New Student Transition Programming
Curious about what life at York University is really like? Join us for one of our in-person campus tours this summer for a guided walk across campus that gives you a firsthand look at what it’s like to be a York student.
See:
- buildings, classrooms, hangout spots, library, gym, student centre and more!
Learn:
- to navigate the campus, find support services, and what makes the York community so unique!
Helpful Info:
- tour begins at the Vari Hall Kiosk
- please arrive on time — tours will begin 5 minutes after the scheduled start time
Bring your questions and comfortable shoes.
| EVENT | DATE & TIME | REGISTRATION |
|---|---|---|
| Keele Campus Tour | June 17 2 - 3:30 p.m. | Register now! |
| Keele Campus Tour | June 23 2 - 3:30 p.m. | Register now! |
| Keele Campus Tour | July 9 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. | Register now! |
| Keele Campus Tour | July 16 3 - 3 p.m. | Register now! |
| Keele Campus Tour | July 21 2 - 3:30 p.m. | Register now! |
| Keele Campus Tour | July 23 2 - 3 p.m. | Register now! |
| Keele Campus Tour | July 29 2 - 3:30 p.m. | Register now! |
| Keele Campus Tour | August 6 2 - 3:30 p.m. | Register now! |
| Keele Campus Tour | August 12 2 - 3:30 p.m. | Register now! |
| Keele Campus Tour | August 13 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. | Register now! |
| Keele Campus Tour - All About STEM | August 18 2 - 3:30 p.m. | Register now! |
| Keele Campus Tour | August 30 3 - 4 p.m. | Register now! |
| Keele Campus Tour | September 8 2 - 3:30 p.m. | Register now! |
Welcome to our online webinar series!
Get prepared for your first year at York University before you even get to campus. Our virtual webinar series runs all throughout the summer and allows you to learn about YorkU from the comfort of your own home. Topics range from the very popular Financial Services to exploring our AI-powered online assistant, SAVVY, learning what Orientation Week is all about, and everything in between.
You can register for one webinar or all the webinars. And, if you happen to miss one, or you just cannot fit it in your schedule, don't worry. We will be recording each webinar and posting it on this site for you to watch anytime it's convenient for you.
| EVENT | DATE & TIME | REGISTRATION |
|---|---|---|
| Financial Services | June 24 10 – 11 a.m. | Register now! |
| York International | July 8 10 – 11 a.m. | Register now! |
| Health & Wellness | July 14 10 – 11 a.m. | Register now! |
| What is Orientation Week? | July 15 10 – 11 a.m. | Register now! |
| Dining Plans & Healthy Eating on Campus | July 21 10 – 11 a.m. | Register now! |
| Athletics & Recreation | July 28 10 – 11 a.m. | Register now! |
| Financial Services | July 29 10 – 11 a.m. | Register now! |
| Security Services | July 30 10 – 11 a.m. | Register now! |
| Exploring eClass & SAVVY | August 4 10 – 11 a.m. | Register now! |
| Student Accessibility Services | August 5 10 – 11 a.m. | Register now! |
| What is Orientation Week? | August 11 10 – 11 a.m. | Register now! |
| Library Services | August 12 10 – 11 a.m. | Register now! |
| Bookstore | August 14 10 – 11 a.m. | Register now! |
| EVENT | DATE & TIME | REGISTRATION |
|---|---|---|
| All About York - Virtual | June 26 10am – 11:30 a.m. | Register now! |
| All About York - In-person | July 9 1 – 2:30 p.m. | Register now! |
| All About York - Mature & Part-Time Students | July 16 12:30 – 2 p.m. | Register now! |
| All About York – Black Excellence at York U | July 23 12:30 – 2 p.m. | Register now! |
| All About York – First in the Family | August 6 2:30 – 2 p.m. | Register now! |
| All About York | August 13 1 – 2:30 p.m. | Register now! |
Components of Orientation
Social Orientation
Make new friends, become comfortable at York and make the most of your university experience. Join the fun at Social Orientation, as offered by your College/Faculty. During this week-long event, you’ll have the option to participate in a wide range of social activities including sports challenges, carnivals, live performances and fun trips. You’ll discover there's no better way to meet new people and familiarize yourself with York University than to attend O-Week. Find your Orientation Week now.
Academic Orientation
Academic Orientation is hosted by your faculty, based on the undergraduate program you are in. It is mandatory to attend. Academic Orientation consists of sessions where you can meet fellow students and faculty members, as well as learn more about your academic program and resources available to you at your faculty and across the university. Explore Academic Orientation now.
Priority Communities
Behind all our efforts is a dedication to decolonization, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Whether you identify as:
- Indigenous
- Black
- International & Exchange
- Queer or Trans
- first in family
- students with disabilities
- mature or transfer
we want to ensure that you are seen and feel welcomed.
Residence Orientation
Residence Orientation is a mandatory orientation for all incoming students living in residence. It consists of various social and educational activities that contribute to a memorable residence experience. Sessions will include explaining resources and support available to residence student, as well as the chance to meet other students living in the same residence.
Parents & Family
Register now for Parents & Family Orientation. We offer both a virtual and an in-person session.
Parents, families, and guardians - learn how you can support your student while they are at university.
York 101 Videos
Planning to study at York? Get ready with these helpful transition videos.
About York U
Paying for University
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Learning & Academic Support
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Sports Clubs & Campus Recreation
Student Finances
Student Health & Wellbeing
What is York International?
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