International Students in an Academic Program should participate in the following activities provided by Algonquin College.
Orientation details are sent to the personal email address identified in your Algonquin College admission portal. If an agent or representative submitted an application on your behalf, please ask them to update your personal email address so that you receive important information from the International Education Centre (IEC).
| Session | Delivery Method | Details | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Prep | Virtual | A self-guided online prep for new students to learn about college life through the AC Café and ask questions during the College Essentials Q&A Webinar. Tip: Be sure to review AC Café’s International Student module! | Online Prep College Essentials AC Café |
| International Student Orientation (Mandatory) | Virtual | This is a mandatory webinar for all new international students starting in Winter 2026. It provides essential information beyond what is covered at AC Day 1, including:
This orientation is offered virtually. Register for only ONE session that best fits your schedule. | Monday, January 5, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. ET – Register Now
Tuesday, January 6, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. ET – Register Now |
| New International Student Social | In Person | Meet other new students and become familiar with campus resources before the beginning of the term. This event includes:
| Friday, January 9th |
| AC Day 1 | In-Person | Your official welcome to the AC community! Connect with your classmates and professors, get the tech support you need, and learn about the resources and supports available to you! | AC Day 1 Monday, January 12 |
| Program Orientation | In-Person | Attend Program Orientation to learn about the requirements for all students in your program and ask questions to your program coordinator. | Program Orientation You will receive information from your program area by email. |