Graduate Orientation
At Graduate Orientation (GradO) and International Student Orientation you'll discover the resources and meet the people that will help you succeed at the University of Calgary
87% of students feel better prepared for graduate school after attending GradO, and 96% of survey respondents said the content was helpful.
GradO 2017 Survey
What happens at GradO?
We have developed special presentations and activities that will get you acquainted with some important grad school basics, and you'll have the chance to (virtually) meet other students and leaders in graduate studies.
Browse the resources below that were used at last year's orientation for an idea of the topics and issues we cover at GradO.
For research-based students
If you are enroled in a research-based program, the following resources were design with your needs and questions in mind:
For course-based students
If you are enroled in a professional program, the following resources were design with your needs and questions in mind:
Winter 2022 GradO and International Student Orientation
Winter 2022 Grad Orientation and International Orientation will both take place online on Wednesday, January 5, 2022.
- International Orientation: 9-10 am (online)
- GradO: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm (online)
Check this page for registration links starting in late October.
View the Fall 2021 GradO video below:
The Graduate Calendar
Learn about the University of Calgary's Graduate Calendar - an essential and authoritative source of information for every UCalgary graduate student.
Health and Wellbeing
Learn about the University of Calgary's resources supporting the health and wellness of graduate students.
Graduate Supervisors
Learn about the importance of your graduate supervisor, along with some key practices for a successful relationship with your supervisor.
Newcomers to Calgary
Find important information for students relocating to Calgary from other cities, provinces or countries.
Student Services
Learn about the university’s graduate student services and supports including My GradSkills, a service that will help prepare you for life after graduate school.
The GSA
Learn about the Graduate Students' Association (GSA), and all of the services and supports that the GSA provides to graduate students.