Incoming Students
For students who have applied and are looking to begin in Fall 2024
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Important Dates & Deadlines
| Aug. 15-16, 2024 | International Student Orientation |
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| Aug. 17, 2024 | |
| Aug. 19, 2024 | Welcome Day |
| Aug. 20, 2024 | First day of class for First-Year Seminar students |
| Aug. 21, 2024 | How to Rock Your Presentation |
| Aug. 22, 2024 | |
| Aug. 23, 2024 | |
| Aug. 28, 2024 |
First-Year Seminar Orientation Passport sessions (Day #1) |
| Sept. 5, 2024 |
First-Year Seminar Orientation Passport sessions (Day #2)
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| Sept. 10, 2024 | Last day of First-Year Seminar classes. Reflection assignment due. |
CONNECT WITH AN ADVISOR
Let us know if you have questions about the start of term, would like your course registration reviewed, or anything else that will help you prepare for the upcoming academic year!
Before You Start
Your admission letter includes information about the conditions of your admission offer, as well as other important information about the next steps you need to take.
You can access your admission letter by logging in to your UAlberta Launchpad account.
You must accept your admission offer and pay a non-refundable tuition deposit by the deadline indicated in your UAlberta Launchpad account. This will confirm your intent to attend and allow you to register in courses. You cannot build your class schedule before you pay your tuition deposit.
Augustana Indigenous Student Services
Augustana's Indigenous Student Services provides a wide range of programming and services that are intended to increase, support and enhance Indigenous students' university participation, experience and success.
First Peoples' House
The First Peoples' House provides an environment of empowerment that encourages full access, participation, and success for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit students.
Augustana International Student Services provides programs, services and events for international students at Augustana. Our licensed immigration consultant and student advisor supports international students with adjusting to living in Camrose, immigration and additional support to help international students succeed at Augustana.
If you do not meet the English Language Proficiency requirement, you may qualify for the Bridging Program in Edmonton. The Bridging Program will let you improve your English while also taking a university course. After you successfully complete the Bridging Program, you can continue your undergraduate education at Augustana Campus in Camrose.
English Language Proficiency Requirement
If you have any questions about the Bridging Program, please email augsas@ualberta.ca.
Course Registration Information
These course registration pages will help students understand their degree requirements, provide program-specific recommendations and provide a step-by-step guide to adding classes to their schedule.
Course Registration Info Choosing Your Courses Registration Resources Understanding your Degree Course registration guide
NEXT STEPS
⭐ After you have enrolled in your courses, don’t hesitate to email us (augsas@ualberta.ca) so that we can confirm you are setting yourself up for success!
Check your UAlberta Launchpad "Checklist" for information on outstanding admission requirements. Make sure to submit official documents of all requirements by the appropriate deadline.
You can access verification documents in Bear Tracks. Check the Registrar's "Verification Documents" to see if the readily available documents will work for your needs.
Further information is available on the University of Alberta's MyCreds website.
Start of Term Information
Parking ONEcard Move-in information Bookstore
Augustana is a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) faculty. As a result, students are expected to bring their own laptop that meets (or exceeds) the university's minimum technology specifications. A note that certain programs and courses also require students to run a robust suite of software that exceed the minimum technology specifications (to which students are responsible for acquiring).
More information on required and recommended specifications can be found by clicking the link below. If you have any additional questions about this, please email augsas@ualberta.ca or contact your instructor(s).
Fee Assessments are typically completed in July, and after you have completed your course registration. You will be able to find this information in Bear Tracks.
Estimate
An estimate can be found by using the University's Undergraduate Cost Calculator.
Deadlines
Tuition & residence Fees for each semester must be paid by these deadlines:
Fall 2024 Term: September 27, 2024
Winter 2025 Term: January 31, 2025
The University of Alberta Bookstore is the place for textbooks, course packs, supplies and Augustana clothing. Order online and your order can be shipped to your home, or to the Service Desk in Founders' Hall for on-campus pickup.
Residence Requirement
Incoming students are not required to live on campus for their first year; however, living in residence provides the best opportunities for connection and convenience for new students.
The MyUAlberta App is your one-stop-shop for everything on campus including:
- maps
- information on Augustana services/resources
- message boards
- campus life
- student events
- textbook sales
- and more!
The app also has specific information for new students, which will be updated for you after this current academic year. It will become more important and useful to you as the start date of the Fall semester gets closer.
Choose "Augustana Campus"
In order to get Augustana-specific information, go to the "My Campus" page and select "Augustana Campus".
Attend Class!
Due to the intensive and integrative style of the 3-week courses, it is important to set the goal of attending every class. Missing one class is similar to missing a traditional week of school. Be prepared to engage deeply with your course topic!
Expect Homework
Be ready to hit the ground, running! You should expect to have readings, papers, or group work after each class. While you will have more time outside of the classroom, you should anticipate spending time completing classroom assignments throughout the 3-week block.
Helpful information to help with your journey to Augustana will be available this summer.
International Student ServicesSupporting Your Student's Adjustment
An adjustment process is normal and often looks like this.
Your student may call you one day and say this is the best place ever and the next tell you they want to leave.
Listen to them and ask questions to encourage them to talk about what they are thinking and feeling.
If they are struggling, encourage them to talk to someone and to get involved in campus activities.
Remind them they are not alone.
Useful conversations Below is a list of potentially useful conversations to have before Move-In Day
MONEY
Who is paying for what? What financing (scholarships, student loans, employment income…) is available? What is the budget for the year?
COMMUNICATION
- What expectations do parents have?
- What is the student comfortable with?
- When is the student planning to go home to visit?
- When are the parents planning to visit the campus?
- What information about grades will the student share?
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
- Medical Care Prescriptions?
- Allergies and/or disease management?
- Family doctor?
- Medical insurance?
- Substance use Healthy relationships: Boundaries and safety;
Mental health
- How does the student deal with stress?
- What are some signs that parents see when their son/daughter is struggling?