Graduate course registration is now open.
There are some things that you'll need to consider before course registration opens. Whether you're writing a thesis or doing the coursework options for your grad studies, preparation is key:
Next step: Register for your courses on LORIS, Laurier's information system for all things registration and finances.
Whether you're pursuing a master's or PhD, navigating tuition payment can be overwhelming. That's why we've gathered some tips on how you can explore scholarships, bursaries and awards, and the steps you can take to apply for the awards.
For students with a funding offer, view and accept your funding on LORIS.
Feel free to look ahead and complete tasks on future checklists. Missed a checklist? Don't panic, there's still time to catch up.
The Laurier Crash Course your introduction to all things grad school. It is a series of webinars and workshops designed to equip you with the knowledge and resources you need to thrive in your graduate studies. Whether you're a seasoned researcher or a new scholar, we've got you covered.
Laurier Crash Course sessions are helpful to you so you can:
To register for and attend the sessions, make sure you set up your Laurier Zoom account. These sessions are intended for students starting fall 2024.
So, what are you waiting for? Mark your calendar, grab your favourite beverage and join us online.
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Come celebrate the start of your graduate student journey! You'll learn about your next steps, meet your peers and get your questions answered.
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Learn about off-campus housing, Social Insurance Numbers (SIN), banking, health insurance and health care, and study permits.
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You'll learn about internal funding options, from OSAP to bursaries to payment plans.
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Learn how to navigate the major external scholarship applications for students in master's programs.
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Learn about how to navigate the major external scholarship applications for students in doctoral programs.
Learn about academic supports and resources that past students have said were the most useful to know about early.
You're not in undergrad anymore! Here are some great tips about what you can do to survive the stresses and rigors of graduate school.
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Get excited, get to know each other, and we'll answer any last-minute questions you might have.
Graduate Orientation is a chance for you to get to know the graduate student community. We'll cover everything you need to know and provide you with success tips and resources.
Check out a snapshot of our schedule for the campus you're planning to attend this fall. To see full details and to register, select the registration link.
Aug. 28, 2024 at 7 p.m. ET
Register for online orientation.
Learn about services and resources available for students studying in online/remote program.
In this two-hour session, you'll learn about resources available to you to support your graduate studies and meet some of your peers, staff and faculty in your program.
Sept. 3, 2024
Registration for Graduate Student Orientation
CLOSED
Register for Waterloo orientation.
Registration and Morning Refreshments
9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Solarium and Arts 1E1
PSAC Welcome
9:15 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.
Paul Martin Centre
Opening Remarks, Keynote and Workshops
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Arts 1E1
Lunch
1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Senate and Board Chamber and Paul Martin Centre
Graduate Student Support Resource Fair and Program Welcomes
1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Upper Concourse
Sept. 4, 2024
Registration for Graduate Student Orientation
CLOSED
Register for Brantford orientation.
Registration and Morning Refreshments
9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
RCW Lobby
PSAC Welcome
9:15 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.
RCE202
Opening Remarks, Keynote and Workshops
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
RCE004
Mayor's Lunch
1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Harmony Square
Academic Program Welcomes
2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Criminology | RCW324
Social Justice and Community Engagement | RCE319
User Experience Design | MDC104
Applied Computing | RCE202
For questions about graduate student orientation or your transition to graduate studies, you can contact us at gradorientation@wlu.ca.
Once you begin your academic journey at Laurier, take the opportunity to connect with us in the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (FGPS) Office! Be sure to follow FGPS' social media accounts and share your graduate student journey with us.
E: fgps@wlu.ca
T: +1 548 889 5574
