Fall term classes begin on Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Q: How can I best prepare for my arrival and integration?
- Visit our events calendar to learn more about our upcoming Succeed in Canada Workshop Series, designed to assist new international students with a smooth transition to life at Algonquin College and in Ottawa.
- Be sure to register for and attend International Student Orientation.
- Download the iCent app to stay connected and find important international student information quickly.
- See Getting Started tiles below for more information on Housing, Arrival Services, Health Insurance, etc.
Q: Where can I find information on student timetables?
- Fall student timetables will be available via ACSIS for most programs on August 10, 2026. Log into ACSIS.
- If you are having difficulties, visit the FAQ page.
Q: My study permit hasn’t arrived yet. What can I do?
- If you have not received your study permit, it is important to know the last date to join classes in your program. Please review this link to find the latest date you can start attending classes in your program. If you will not attend the first day of classes, please reach out to your Program Coordinator to advise that you will be late and ask if there is any support available to stay up to date until you are able to join. Please find your Program Coordinator’s details here.
- A deferral is when you choose to study in the next semester when you program is available. If you plan on deferring to a future term, please see deferral information here. You or your agent may request a deferral to the next available intake through the International Admissions portal. Please review the International Refund Policy page for important dates and regulations. No deferrals are available after September 21, 2026.
Q: Where can I find more information on College Orientation?
- International Students in an Academic Programs
- International students studying English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
- College Orientation