Student Resources
On this page:
While you’re hard at work on your graduate studies — regardless of the college or department you’re participating in — the Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies (GPS) is your home faculty.
GPS provides everything you need to support your grad career: admissions, funding, scholarships, teaching preparation, professional development, academic record-keeping, thesis support and convocation.
Getting to Know the University of Alberta
Explore Campus
Get to know the U of A campus — from a birds-eye view, or through a virtual tour from the comfort of your seat.
Stay Connected
Make sure you know about important U of A news and information — from the perspective of students, faculty and staff.
- U of A News
- The Quad
- YouAlberta Student Blog
- International Student Services
- Subscribe to The Shortlist Newsletter for Graduate Students
Accessing Graduate Student Support + Services
Grad Life
These are almost all the resources you need to live your best life as a U of A graduate student.
- Housing
- Parking
- Graduate Students' Association (GSA)
- Graduate Program Manual
- University Calendar
- International
- Research + Innovation
- Student Clubs (BearsDen)
- Book Store
- U of A Athletics
- University of Alberta Library
- Learn About Campus Life
- Grad School Confidential Podcast
Student Wellness
Access resources to support your mental and physical well-being.
- Counselling Services
- Recreation Services
- University Wellness Supports
- Interfaith Chaplains' Association
- University Health Centre
Beyond Campus
Learn more about what to do beyond campus, in Edmonton and across Alberta.
- Explore Edmonton
- "This is the Edmonton Metropolitan Region" [Video]
- City of Edmonton
- Arts + Culture
- Cycling in Edmonton
- Public Transportation
- Travel Alberta
Professional Development
Find out about professional development opportunities to round out your academic experience.
- Professional Development
- Professional Development Requirement
- Graduate Student Internship Program (GSIP)
- Graduate Teaching and Learning (GTL) Program
- Student Employment
- Events + Training
- Professional Development Online Modules
- Career Centre
- Community Connect Program
- Innovation + Entrepreneurship
Student Support Services
Access the right resources to help you navigate your academic career at the U of A.
- Scholarships + Awards
- Financial Support
- Student Ombuds Service
- Researcher Services
- Academic Success Centre
- First Peoples' House
- International Student Services
- Student Legal Services
Get Your Bearings
Check out this short introduction to the services and support we offer.
Access GSA Orientation Events
Start Early
Register for courses, meet admissions conditions and sign up for your ONEcard before your deadlines.
Contact Us
Contact us via email: grad.mail@ualberta.ca.
Speak to a graduate student advisor online or in person.