Congratulations and Welcome!

St. Michael’s College is one of the largest and most vibrant colleges in the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto. Founded in 1852 and rich in both history and tradition, St. Mike’s, on the well treed east side of the St. George campus, will be your home base starting in September. Our staff are here throughout the summer to help you make the transition to university life, and offer pointers as you plan the exciting journey which follows. Your years at university will be some of the most exciting and memorable of your life. Not only will you learn from some of the most distinguished minds in the world, but you will make friends and create memories that will last a lifetime. St. Mike’s is committed to making our students aware of the wealth of possibilities on campus and in the city. We will present you with opportunities to learn outside the classroom so that you can complement your academic activities with real world experience.

This fall St Mike’s launches the new SMC One Program – Cornerstone. Open only to first year students, Cornerstone is a full credit course which provides an opportunity to integrate studies with work in the local community. Full details are available at stmikes.utoronto.ca/cornerstone/

St. Mike’s is proud to have the largest College library on campus, a completely refurbished commuter lounge and café, a motivated student government, and a wide range of student clubs, activities and services.

Join one of the many intramural sports team, volunteer with our Out of the Cold program, take part in student government, join the staff of the student newspaper, perform in our monthly talent show, or audition for a St. Mike’s musical.

Whatever your academic, extra-curricular or career goals, you have taken a fine first step.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

St. Michael’s College Office of the Registrar and Student Services Muzzo Family Alumni Hall, Room 207 121 St. Joseph Street, Toronto ON M5S 3C2

ask.smc@utoronto.ca

Residences at St Mike's Where Friendships and Memories Last a Lifetime

Living in residence provides the convenience of being just steps away from your classes, as well as all the other unique opportunities our urban campus has to offer. It’s also an ideal way to experience the independence of living on your own but with a support network to help guide you through the transition. Each of our residence houses is assigned its own ‘don’ who is responsible for fostering community, promoting social and educational St. Mike’s offers two separate residence operations:

events, as well as ensuring the rules of residence are being followed.

1) SMC Student Residence which accommodates both men and women

2) Loretto College Residence for women only.

Male students can expect to receive information from the SMC Student Residence only, while female students will receive information from both. This information will be sent to you via email so be sure that your computer accepts mail and attachments from addresses with a ‘utoronto.ca’ domain (you may also want to check your ‘junk’ box regularly just in case).

The University of Toronto guarantees residence to freshmen students providing

1) they indicated an interest in residence on their UofT application,

2) they are admitted to the university before June 1, 2012 and

3) they return their residence deposit by the due date on their offer letter.

Any students who would like to live in residence but who do not qualify for the guarantee, should contact the SMC Student Residence and/or Loretto College Residence directly, to have their names added to the waiting list.

stmikes.utoronto.ca/residences/

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Next Steps

Your Offer

Make sure you accept your offer of admission by the stated deadline.

Your Accommodation

If you have requested housing, look for your offer sent via email from the SMC Residence or Loretto College within two weeks.
Please make sure your email settings accept emails and attachments from addresses with a ‘utoronto.ca’ domain (check your ‘junk’ box regularly just in case).

Make sure you accept your residence offer and pay your deposit by the stated deadline.

If you require housing off campus, the UofT Student Housing Service will be able to assist you in your search.

Your Courses

Access the Faculty of Arts & Science Course Calendar and Registration Handbook & Timetable

http://www.artsci.utoronto.ca/current/undergraduate/course

, OR pick up your manuals at an Academic Orientation Session in June or July, OR from the St. Michael’s College Registrar’s Office. http://stmikes.utoronto.ca/students/contact.asp

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NB: 2012-2013 Calendar and Registration Handbook and Timetable will be available in April.

Attend the spring SMC Welcome Event & Academic Orientation Session on Saturday, June 16 or a future Academic Orientation Session in July.

If you cannot attend any of the sessions at the College, detailed information may be found on our website. Check this page frequently for updates.

All course enrolment takes place online via UofTs ROSI. We recommend that you be available to log on to your computer on your stated start date and time for a more successful enrolment period.

The enrolment period continues throughout the summer. Familiarize yourself with UofTs on line registration and records system: ROSI.

Students admitted into First Year will begin to enroll in their courses on Monday, July 30.

View your start time on ROSI beginning Monday, July 23. Transfer students admitted into Second Year register earlier. See the Registration Handbook & Timetable.

Your Finances

If you are an Ontario resident, apply for the Ontario Student Assistance Plan (OSAP) as early as possible and no later than mid June in order to ensure a response prior to September.
If you are from out of province, check with your local funding agency about relevant deadlines. If you are not eligible for government aid, make sure that you have adequate funding available to cover your costs for the upcoming year. Budget prudently.

Your Payment

Pay 65% of your first installment of your academic tuition fee OR
defer your fees by Tuesday, August 21.

If you are accepting an offer to residence, be sure to pay your minimum installment according to your acceptance letter.

Additional Information

Beginning in June, obtain your U of T student card (TCard). (http://www.utoronto.ca/tcard/)  Activate your UTORID  (https://www.utorid.utoronto.ca/cgi-bin/utorid/activate.pl) and your U of T email account. (https://www.utorid.utoronto.ca/) Watch for information about SMC Orientation Week.

Classes Begin Monday, September 10.

UofT Resources

Faculty of Arts & Science Information for Newly Admitted Students | Start at U of T

FAQs and Resources

Additional Resources

• St. Mike's Scholarships and Financial Aid
• SMC Writing Centre
• SMC Research Help Centre
• SMC Math Centre
• Academic Integrity
• Loretto College Residence
• SMC Residence
• View SMCSU Events!
• Join SMCs various student groups and athletics
• View FAS Undergrad important dates, including Academic sessions, Drop-in Workshops

University of Toronto Links

• UofT Faculty of Arts & Science Programs
• Ask ArtSci online and get immediate answers
• UofT Faculty of Arts and Science Home