Welcome, New MBA Students!

In light of recent COVID-19 public health sanctions and global changes, Schulich has adapted its services and modes of instruction. As a result, information on the action items below is subject to change. To stay up to date on York University’s response and community updates to the coronavirus pandemic, click here.

Our team in Student Services is committed to supporting your success in these changing times. We will continue to be in touch via e-mail about transitioning to Schulich.

Action Item When? Who? My Instructions
Apply for Entrance Funding Today! Domestic Students Log in to your Schulich Profile Account and go to the “Manage Application” section to apply for entrance funding.

Please note: Incoming joint program students are only eligible to apply for entrance funding in the term that they start at Schulich.
Apply for Study Permit and Visa Today! International Students
  1. Apply early for a study permit (mandatory), using your Letter of Acceptance. Review the document requirements before applying. You will also be issued a temporary resident visa (TRV) or electronic travel authorization (eTA) as applicable.
  2. Check your application processing time.
  3. If you require an International Fee Letter, click here.
  4. To learn more, attend a Study Permit webinar with Schulich’s International Relations team.
  5. For general international student questions, join an online drop-in Q&A session. 
Apply for Graduate Housing Today! If applicable
  1. Review your housing options here. Visit the YorkU Housing Services website for details on occupancy, rates and lease term information.
  2. Fill out the housing application for newly admitted students.
Attend a Smart Start Webinar Various dates All Students MBA Smart Start is a mandatory session where you’ll learn about important program details and expectations. You must book Smart Start to receive enrolment details and various school accounts.

Watch your e-mail for an invitation to register.
Course Enrolment Oct-Nov All Students Student & Enrolment Services will send you information about building your course schedule and instructions on how to enrol in classes.
Attend the Strategy Field Study (601) Info Session November 17 from
5:30pm – 7:00pm EST		 Full-Time Accelerated MBA Students
  1. If you are a full-time Accelerated student, note that you’ll begin your Strategy Field Study in the Winter 2021 term. An information session webinar will be held for you in June to give you an overview of the project and allow you to form a group.
  2. Details and a link to join this webinar will be e-mailed to you by Student & Enrolment Services.
Attend a Pre-Arrival Webinar
 October 20 from
9:00am – 10:30am EST
or
November 18 from
9:00am – 10:30am EST

Attend one session

 International
Students
  1. Pre-arrival webinars will address your questions related to topics such as accommodations, study permits, health coverage and travel to Toronto.
  2. Watch for details to be e-mailed to you. You can register for your choice of two sessions.
Complete your Academic Integrity Modules
 TBA All Students All Schulich students will be required to complete 60-90 minutes of academic integrity modules prior to the start of term. These modules will help to instill the academic values and expectations of becoming a Schulich student. Watch for an email for more details and an invite to join!
International Student
Orientation (Online)		 January 5 from
8:30 – 11:30am EST		 International Students
  1. International Student Orientation is hosted by the International Relations team, and is part of your Ineō Orientation. It’s a chance for us to welcome you to Schulich and support you in your transition to studying within the Canadian context.
  2. Watch for details to be emailed to you closer to the start of term.
Ineō: MBA Orientation (Online) Jan 5 – Jan 9, 2021

You are required to attend all sessions

 All MBA Students
  1. Ineō is a mandatory MBA orientation that encompasses different activities over multiple days. It is designed to prepare you for the journey ahead, motivate you to succeed, and help you feel connected to your new community.
  2. Note that specific activities on these dates will vary depending on your program and enrolment status.
  3. Watch for an e-mail from Student & Enrolment Services for full details, registration instructions and your specific schedule.

Additional Helpful Links:

View Campus Parking & Transit Options

Learn How to Pay Fees (by January 10)

Register for Academic Accommodations