Student Resource - Trent University

Congratulations
Welcome to Trent University!
The Trent International Program (TIP) staff would like to
extend our congratulations on your admission to Trent, one of
Canada’s leading undergraduate universities.
Table of Contents
Trent University in Peterborough
Trent University in Oshawa
Support Services
Admission and Immigration Matters
Immigration Internet Resources
Arrival Date & TIP Orientation Camp
Travel Tips
Arriving Earlier
Hotel Internet Resources
International Ambassadors
Academic Matters
Academic Internet Resources
Important Academic Dates 2014/2015
Student Advising/ISW
Financial Matters
Opening a Bank Account in Canada
Housing Options
Get Involved
Climate – What to Bring
Your Next Steps
Important Contacts
How to Reach Us
Trent University
Peterborough, ON, Canada K9J 7B8
Trent International Program
Phone: 1-705-748-1314
Fax: 1-705-748-1626
E-mail: [email protected]
Web: www.trentu.ca/tip
Facebook: TrentU.TIP
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We are known as one of Canada's top universities for striking
a unique balance between outstanding teaching and
leading - edge research. Now entering its 50th year, Trent is
consistently recognized for faculty who maintain a high level
of innovative research activity and a deep commitment to the
individual student. Distinguished by excellence in the
humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and its
professional schools, Trent is dedicated to providing its
students with an exceptional world view, producing graduates
who are ready to succeed and make a difference on the
national and international stage.
You should feel confident that when you arrive at Trent, a
team of staff and new friends will be here to welcome you to
your new home and to support you for the whole time you
study at Trent. You will be joining 700 international students
from more than 85 countries who make Trent their
university home. We very much look forward to welcoming
you to our dynamic global community.
This Guide will provide you with much of the information you
will need to know before your arrival. We would also be happy
to assist you with any questions you might have. Please feel
free to get in touch with us.
TIP Staff
Admission and Immigration Matters
Letter of Acceptance (LOA) and Offer of Admission Letter
outline specific details of your admission. The LOA must be
used to apply for your study permit as it was
specifically designed for Canadian immigration officials.
You must respond to Trent’s admission offer following
instructions provided in your admission letters. It is important
that you do so in a timely manner to ensure your place at
Trent.
Trent University in Peterborough
The main campus of Trent university is located in
Peterborough—a diverse and active community conveniently
situated close to Canada’s major cities, Toronto, Ottawa and
Montreal. It provides a safe and comfortable environment
and offers plenty of recreational opportunities, from biking
and kayaking in the summer, to skating and skiing in winter.
You will also find a lovely community of cafes, restaurants,
bars, shops, galleries, theatre, cinemas and bookstores.
Trent University in Oshawa
All students coming into Canada (except Canadian
citizens and permanent residents) will require the
following documentation:
•
Letter of Acceptance
•
Temporary Resident/Entry Visa (required for most
nationals)
•
Study Permit (Letter of Introduction)*
Valid Passport
*Exchange Students studying in Canada for less than 6
months may not require a study permit please check the CIC
website to confirm if you require a study permit and Entry
Visa
Oshawa campus is located 45 minutes from downtown
Toronto and offers a range of degree programs in Arts and
Social Sciences, Business Administration, as well as TrentESL: English for University.
* If your application for a study permit gets approved, you
will receive a Letter of Introduction which you must
present to Canadian immigration authorities when
entering Canada. An actual study permit will be issued at the
discretion of an immigration officer at the Canadian border.
Good to Know
You should apply for your Study Permit as soon as
you receive your admission letters. In some countries,
it takes up to three months or even longer to complete all
immigration procedures.
Trent University has been ranked # 2 in
Canada for resources it puts into Student
Services
Do not leave for Canada until your application for a
Study Permit has been approved.
Support Services
Trent University offers a wide range of services to help you
thrive in our community. From health care and personal
counseling to career planning, tutoring and disability services,
we provide a wide range of programs to help make your life at
Trent as productive and pleasant as it can be.
Academic Skills Centre: www.trentu.ca/academicskills
Academic Advising: www.trentu.ca/advising
Career Centre: www.trentu.ca/careers
Student Accessibility Office: www.trentu.ca/sas
Student Wellness Centre: www.trentu.ca/wellness
Immigration Internet Resources
Find a CIC office in your country:
www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/offices/index.asp
Applying for a Study Permit:
www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/study.asp
Renewing a Study Permit:
www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/study-extend.asp
Work Opportunities for Foreign Students:
www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/work.asp
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Arrival
International Ambassadors
The International Ambassadors’ program
was established with the aim of assisting
incoming international students
learn more about Trent from a current student’s point of
view. Most Ambassadors are matched with students from a
similar region of the world or from a similar program area. In
the near future you will be receiving an e-mail from a current
Trent student welcoming you to our university.
Travel Tips
Arrival Date and TIP Orientation Camp
TIP Camp is an essential part of your preparation for study
and life at Trent and it will be your opportunity to meet
other new students from all around the world.
The dates for TIP Orientation Camp are August 28 to
August 31, 2014. Participation is mandatory. You should
arrive at Pearson International Airport, Toronto or be in the
Toronto/ Peterborough area on Thursday, August 28.
TIP Camp fee, included in your tuition fees, covers:
• a Trent representative at the airport on August 28
• transportation to and from the Camp
• accommodation and meals
• orientation programming and information sessions
• recreational opportunities, including swimming,
canoeing, climbing, hiking, and much more.
Registration deadline is August 15.
Visit www.trentu.ca/tip under “TIP Camp” to submit your
TIP Camp registration on-line and to learn about TIP Camp.
Upon receipt of your TIP Camp application you will receive a
confirmation from the TIP Office. Please make sure to print
this confirmation and keep it with you when you arrive as it will
indicate a place where you will meet our delegation and
contact information.
- make your flight reservation for August 28 as soon as
possible as the end of August is one of the most busiest
seasons and tickets may be sold out well in advance.
- carry change of clothes, any medication, toothbrush and
tooth paste and other important items in your carry-on bag.
- have your passport, Letter of Introduction (approval to
receive a study permit) and Trent’s Letter of Acceptance ready
to present to an immigration officer.
Arriving Earlier
If you decide to arrive earlier than August 28 you have the
following options:
- stay in Toronto (downtown or at one of airport hotels) and
join Trent representatives on August 28 at the airport.
- proceed to Peterborough or Oshawa, stay at a local hotel or
your residence (if early move in is arranged) and go to TIP
Camp from Trent University on August 28.
The most convenient way to get to Peterborough from Pearson
Airport, Toronto would be by Century Airline Service. The cost
for one passenger is approximately$100CDN. Our office can
assist you in making a reservation with Century Airline Service.
If you are going to Oshawa, you may wish to use Classique
Airline Service (www.classiquetransit.com )
Hotel Internet Resources
Downtown Toronto: www.expedia.ca
Toronto Pearson Airport: www.pearsonairporthotels.com
Peterborough and Oshawa: www.expedia.ca
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Academic Matters for Exchange Students
Course registration for incoming exchange students is done manually over the summer, final course registration will be completed
upon your arrival at Trent during the first week when classes
begin. Once the 2014.15 Academic Timetable is published you
will be sent an email from your Study Abroad Advisor—
Kate Logan, with instructions on how to select courses and require
to complete a pre-registration form. Until May you can begin researching our course calendar and timetable from our 2013.14
academic year.
Academic Calendar
www.trentu.ca/calendar
Course Offerings in the 2014/15 Academic Year:
*Will be available after May 15th, 2014
www.trentu.ca/timetable
An extensive session on academic planning will be offered
during TIP Camp.
Good to Know
• Trent has been ranked among top ten
Canada’s Undergraduate Research
Universities, ten years running
• 88% of Trent graduates are employed within six months
• 92% of Trent graduates are employed within two years
• 95% of Trent students are happy they chose Trent
Student Advising
Every Trent student has the opportunity to work with an
academic advisor to develop educational plans for
achieving their personal and academic goals. Also, your
advisor will guide you in developing the skills and
commitment to become engaged, self-directed learners and
competent decision-makers. By visiting the Academic Advising website: www.trentu.ca/advising you will be able to find
your academic advisor, learn about Trent’s Policy on
Academic Integrity and get some tips on choosing your
courses. It is important that you connect with your advisor
during your first month at Trent. TIP team will also provide
advising.
Introductory Seminar Week
Important Academic Dates for 2014/2015 *
August 28 — Fall term begins with TIP Camp
December 5 — Exam period for academic courses begins
December 20 — Exam period for academic courses ends
December 21-January 4, 2015 — Winter Vacation
January 5 — Winter term begins
April 3 — ESL Winter term ends
April 6—Exam period for academic courses begins
April 21—Exam period for academic courses ends
*subject to change
visit www.trentu.ca/calendar for a complete schedule
*2014.15 calendar will be published in March 2014
Introductory Seminar Week (ISW), which follows TIP Camp,
is designed to help you get further information on courses
you have pre-registered and all other available first year
courses by attending introductory lectures and meeting
with professors. On the “Clubs and Student Organizations”
day you will have an opportunity to learn about all the clubs
and groups we have at Trent. Colleges will run
various activities and social events so students can get to
know each other and have fun.
One of the things I liked most about Trent was the
academia. I was thrilled at the freedom I had in planning
my own education, I was not limited by having to choose a
single major but could combine several choices. Moreover,
I was delighted to find out that my classes would not be
impersonal as in other universities but that I would have
close contact with all my professors through seminar discussions. They say that at Trent professors are readily
available and especially approachable; that class sizes are
small and your professors will know you by name. This
could not be more accurate!
– Mario Rubio,
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Financial Matters
Housing Options
Peterborough On-campus: there are four residential colleges
on the main campus in Peterborough and which include single, double or triple rooms. The cost of residence includes a
meal plan. To learn about colleges, visit www.trentu.ca/
housing and submit your residence application online.
Applications are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis
and an early residence application is highly recommended.
Off-campus: for a listing of private accommodation available
in Peterborough visit www.trentu.ca/housing under
“Off-Campus Housing”.
Estimate of fees for September to April (in CDN$, fees will be
posted online in early June):
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Undergraduate tuition, student services, bus pass:
Tuition fees waived for exchange students from a
Partner university
University Health Insurance: $240.00 per term
Camp Orientation: $225.00
Introductory Seminar Week: $90.00
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On-campus Room and Board: $8,500-$12,000
Trent’s off-campus apartment style: $6,500-$7,000
Private Off-campus or Homestay: $6,000-$8,000
Personal – books, clothing, etc: $1,500-$3,000
Fees are due August 15, 2014. Degree students can
pay in two installments (60% in August 2014; 40% in
January 2015);
For information on fees and method payments, visit:
www.trentu.ca/financialservices
Oshawa Off-campus housing: visit www.trentu.ca/oshawa/
student-life/student-support-services/campus-housing
Homestay for Peterborough and Oshawa: visit
www.canadahomestayinternational.com
Get Involved
There are numerous opportunities for exploring your extracurricular interests and getting involved in a wide range of
student clubs and groups. In fact, Trent has more than 60
different student-run organizations: www.trentcentral.ca
As a student you are automatically a member of Trent’s
Athletic Complex. Take full advantage of the pool, squash
courts and pick-up sports in the main gym as well as a weight
room and cardio equipment. You will also be able to join
different sports at the varsity (competitive) or intramural
(recreational) level: www.trentu.ca/athletics
Good to Know
As an international student at Trent you will
be covered by a mandatory University Health
Insurance Plan (UHIP). This Plan covers most hospital and
doctors’ services in Ontario. It becomes effective from the
date you arrive in Ontario, or August 10, whichever is later.
The fee is included in your tuition fees. For more
information on UHIP, visit www.uhip.ca.
Opening a Bank Account in Canada
It is recommended that you open a bank account in Peterborough or Oshawa upon arrival. It is easy to do by visiting a
local branch and applying on the spot. Normally, you need to
present your passport, study permit and your admission
letters from Trent University.
*You should inform your banking institution in your home
country you will be travelling and studying abroad.
Climate – What to Bring
In Fall (September to November) the temperature gradually
drops from +20˚C to +5˚C. Pants, sweaters and a lightweight waterproof coat are advisable.
In Winter (December to early March) temperatures range
from 0˚C to -20˚C. wearing a warm coat, gloves, hat, scarf,
and waterproof boots will keep you warm.
In Spring (March to mid. May) the climate is similar to Fall.
In Summer (June to August) temperatures are typically 20˚C
and above.
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Your Next Steps
BY JUNE 1, YOU WILL NEED:
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Apply for on-campus residence: visit
www.trentu.ca/housing to submit your application
*Housing applications will open March 3rd, 2014, there is a
$30.00 application fee
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When you have been accepted to residence you will be
required to submit a$500 CDN residence deposit to secure
your room in residence at Trent University. to access Trent’s
online payment system as well as information on payment
methods, visit
www.trentu.ca/financialservices *
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Apply for a study permit: visit www.cic.gc.ca, under
“Study”
* when applying for a study permit, Canadian immigration
authorities in some countries may not only require proof of
deposit payment but also a payment of tuition and residence
fees in full. Paying all other applicable fees and submitting an
official receipt from the university along with the rest of your
documents for a study permit, may strengthen your application.
If you are studying in Canada for less than 6 months you may
not require a Study Permit.
BY AUGUST 15, YOU WILL NEED:
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Register for TIP Camp: www.trentu.ca/tip under
“TIP Camp”
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Make your flight arrangements: arrive at Pearson
International Airport, Toronto, before or on August 28 for
the start of TIP Orientation Camp
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Register for academic courses: Please consult with your
Trent Study Abroad Advisor for course registration
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Residence, UHIP, TIP Camp and ISW fees: visit
www.trentu.ca/financialservices
Important Contacts
Trent International Program
General Inquiries
Ms. Elena Koudiakova
[email protected]
Transfer Credits/Admissions
Ms. Barbara Castillo-Snook
[email protected]
Study Permit/Visa
Ms. Kyllie Jansen
[email protected]
Exchange Students
Ms. Kate Logan
[email protected]
Health Insurance
Ms. Julia Jenkins
[email protected]
Manager/Admissions
Ms. Daralyn Auld
[email protected]
Director/TIP
Dr. Michael Allcott
[email protected]
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On-campus residence
[email protected]
Off-campus housing
[email protected]
Homestay
[email protected]
Finance Office
Tuition fees/payments
[email protected]
Tours Office
Campus tours
[email protected]
Accessibility Services Office
Special needs
[email protected]
Academic Skills Centre
Academic skills preparation
[email protected]
Office of Student Affairs
Student life and services
[email protected]
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