New to UBC

Here's to you and the start of your journey as a UBC student. We’re here to support you every step of the way.

Welcome to your first year at UBC

Get ready for a meaningful university experience.

Congratulations on joining a diverse community of talented, inquisitive, and motivated scholars! We can't wait for you to arrive on the beautiful UBC Vancouver campus, which is situated on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Musqueam people.

UBC is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and inclusive living and learning environment, with resources and services to support all students. Whether you're interested in meeting new people, pursuing a passion, gaining work experience, or more, the opportunities are endless.

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Campus safety information

Familiarize yourself with UBC Vancouver campus safety updates, information, and protocols.

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Accessing UBC buildings on evenings and weekends

You’ll need your UBCcard to access some UBC buildings on weekdays after 5:00 pm and on weekends. If you have classes, research, or work requirements, your UBCcard will grant you access to these spaces. If you don’t have a UBCcard yet, you can apply online.

Student facilities like the libraries, recreational centres, or AMS Nest remain open during their regular hours.

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Your pre-university checklist

Before school starts, make sure you're prepared for your first year at UBC.

  1. Apply online for your UBCcard and get your monthly U-Pass transit pass.
  2. Find out what UBC classes and grading are like.
  3. Understand your student health insurance details.
  4. Get a Social Insurance Number (SIN) for working or receiving an award.
  5. Kick off your school year with UBC orientations.

Other resources

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    Student support and services

    Bookmark these important resources that can help guide you through your university journey.

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    Academic and learning resources

    UBC offers many resources and services to help you navigate your coursework, including library services, peer coaches, and learning toolkits.

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    Health and wellbeing services and options

    It's important to take care of your physical, mental, and emotional health during your degree.

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    FinancialSupport

    Financial support

    Check out budgeting basics, learn how to pay your tuition, access options for funding your education, and more.

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    CampusLife

    Campus life

    Meet new people and get involved through a variety of opportunities, and discover campus culture, spaces, amenities, and attractions.

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    StudentSupportResources

    Student support and resources

    UBC staff are here to help. Find out who to contact for assistance with academics, money, health, and more.

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    UBCLifeBlog

    UBC Life blog

    Find the latest events, opportunities, and stories brought to you by UBC students, from study hacks and wellness tips to advice from profs.

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