Welcome!
Welcome to the University of Toronto’s School of Graduate Studies (SGS). In choosing to dedicate yourself to graduate studies here at U of T, you are joining a diverse and extensive team of global leaders in teaching, research and innovation. We are excited and proud to have you become a part of our community.
Graduate school is a very busy time, and a graduate education at U of T offers unparalleled professional and personal opportunities to learn and grow in myriad ways. To help you discover and navigate the many offerings and supports available at U of T, the School of Graduate Studies (SGS) hosts an annual orientation in the fall.
Winter orientation
New graduate students are invited to an SGS Orientation event on January 7. Come connect with fellow graduate students, meet SGS staff, and discover the many resources available at U of T to support you. Registration is required, and details will be emailed to incoming graduate students directly.
Please contact cgpd@utoronto.ca with any questions.
Upcoming events
Below you will find listings for upcoming orientation events for graduate students starting in January 2026 from various U of T services. All times are Toronto time (Eastern Time). More events will be added in the next few weeks, please check this page again soon for updates!
- Grad Life St. George Campus Tour: January 7, 2026, 12:30–1:45 PM, in person
- International Student Night at Varsity Blues Basketball Games: January 9, 2026, 7:30–10 PM, in person
- Grad Step Up: January 15, 2026, 5–7 PM, in person
- UTGSU Winterfest (Link coming soon): January 20, 2026, 5–8 PM, in person