Resources for Families and Supports

Summer Orientation to Academics and Resources is a one-day program to help ease the transition of new students and their families.
Summer Orientation to Academics and Resources is a one-day program to help ease the transition of new students and their families.
Summer Orientation to Academics and Resources is a one-day program to help ease the transition of new students and their families.
Queen's Residences organizes Move-In Days. Learn more about moving in and out of residence...
Celebrating academic achievement
Celebrating academic achievement

At Queen's, our welcoming living and learning environments offer students the programs and services needed to be successful. Of course, students still look to their parents or guardians for guidance.

This page is designed to provide you, Queen's parents and guardians, with information and resources to empower your student to succeed, both academically and personally, at Queen's.

Important Dates

July

Early July: Recommended deadline for OSAP application to ensure funding is available in September
July 2: Canada Day observed (university is closed)
July 3: Summer Term classes begin (July-August Session)
July 3: Application opens for Arts and Science Online for Fall Term
July 6: Residence cancellation deadline for partial refund
July 9: Last date to add/drop Summer Term (July-August) classes without financial penalty
July 15: First date to apply to graduate for Fall 2018
July 16: Fall-Winter course selection period begins
July 30: Last date to drop Summer Term (July-August classes) without academic penalty
July 31-August 3: Exam period (May-July classes)
July 31: Deadline to apply to the Upper-Year Program at the BISC for Fall Term

August

August 6: Civic Holiday (university is closed)
August 11: All awards posted to student accounts in SOLUS
August 15: APA requests due for students not paying fall tuition and SAL in full by Sept. 1
August 13: Summer Term classes end (July-August Session)
August 15-16: Exam Period (July-August Session)
August 22: Open Enrolment begins. (Not applicable to all students; see Guide to Registration and Fees)
August 26: Recommended deadline for fall tuition to ensure it is received by Sept. 1
August 27-September 13: Student ID Card validation open
Late August: Fall term residence fees posted in SOLUS

For incoming first-year undergraduates:

July 6-15: Summer Orientation to Academics and Resources for first-year students and families
July 15: Final transcripts due for Ontario high school students
August 1: Final transcripts due for undergraduate students from outside Ontario
August 15, 16: Get Ready for Queen’s events in Calgary and Vancouver
Saturday, September 1: Residence Move-in Day
September 1-9: Orientation Week and start of Fall Term

More resources:

Next Steps – monthly checklists to help you prepare for September

Summer Webinar Series – to help support your transition to life at Queen’s

Sessional dates:

When making travel plans, be sure to check the sessional dates specific to your student's faculty/school.
Academic calendars provide additional information on regulations, policies, programs, courses and degree requirements; or visit your student's faculty site for more details.

Fees and deadlines:

Detailed information can be found in the 2018-19 Guide to Registration and Fees.
Other important and timely updates are available in the monthly newsletters sent to students by the Registrar's Office. (See also: Information for Parents and Guardians.)
Parents of undergraduate applicants can visit the Undergraduate Admission website for a list of important dates.

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Residence living Sign up for Campus Connection, a monthly newsletter for parents on what's happening at Queen’s Residences.
International students should apply for a study permit as soon as possible. More pre-arrival information…
Academic support Counselling, learning strategies and skills workshops are available through Student Academic Success Services (SASS).
Academic accommodations Students with disabilities should register with Accessibility Services this summer. Visit the Accessibility Hub to find resources and information for future and new students.
Health insurance Students who do not have valid Canadian provincial/territorial insurance must enrol in UHIP. Supplemental coverage is also provided through the AMS Health and Dental Plan.
Student health Learn about the Athletics and Recreation Centre. Visit the Student Health Services website and subscribe to a monthly health-related web magazine for parents of university students.
Food options on campus Learn all about our meal plans and nutrition resources available while dining on campus.
Supports for students with severe allergies What you need to know about food allergies and how to identify special considerations when applying to residence.
Student safety See all Student Safety resources and our Safety and Security page for Emergency Service Listings.
Off-campus housing Learn how the Student Community Relations Office can support students. Queen's Community Housing manages university-owned rental properties and operates a service where landlords can list available student accommodations. See the City of Kingston website for information on garbage, recycling, parking and property-related services and rules.
Your student travelling to and from Kingston Learn more about the Tricolour Express.
Student employment Career Services is open during the summer! See our drop-in hours or arrange a telephone appointment. More about employment and volunteering…

Parents of First-Year Students

Residence Applications
Next Steps for incoming undergraduate students (updated from May – September)
Summer Orientation to Academics and Resources: A program to help ease the transition of new students and their families
Undergraduate Admission: Webinars for incoming students
Orientation Week
First-Year Student Resources from Student Affairs
Q Success: A transition program for students entering first year
Meal Plans, support for food allergies, and nutritional guidance for students
Getting around Kingston
Traveling to and from Queen's on the Tricolour Express

Parents of International Students

Ways to Study at Queen's, including Exchange Opportunities and Queen's School of English
Bader International Study Centre (BISC) at Herstmonceux Castle, U.K.
Queen's University International Centre (QUIC): Information on arriving in Canada, living in Kingston, Canadian taxes, health insurance, English language support and more. Learn more about international orientation…
NEWTS (New, Exchange, Worldly, Transfer Students) Orientation for incoming exchange, international, BISC, and transfer students
Financial assistance for international and US students and other funding resources to study at Queen's or abroad
Student Academic Success Services (SASS): Support for English as an Additional Language Students

The Paperwork

Undergraduate Admission: Information on applying and transferring to Queen's
Office of the Registrar: Information for Parents and Guardians, including fees, schedules, sessional dates and Parent FAQs
Academic Calendars: Course descriptions, regulations and key dates
Financial assistance and student awards
Income tax forms
Health and dental insurance through the Alma Mater Society (AMS)
Privacy Policy – Student Information
Submit your Family Contact Form

Housing and Residence

Subscribe to Campus Connection – a newsletter for parents by Queen's Residences, and visit the Parents section of their website
About meal plans: For students living both on and off campus
Queen's Community Housing manages university-owned off-campus student rental properties and operates a service where local landlords list available student rental units.
Student-Community Relations: Bringing students and community together, providing guidance and fostering a spirit of community
City of Kingston: Information for residents including garbage, recycling, parking and property-related services and rules

Health, Wellness and Safety

Students in Crisis Service Listing
Queen's Emergency Service Listing
The Student Affairs website has information on Student Safety and Sexual Assault Resources
Health Services: A division of Student Wellness Services
Counselling Services provides Information for Parents and Transition Support
Queen's Student Accessibility Services (QSAS) offers a number of supports for students with disabilities
Student Health 101: The "Parent Perspective" – a monthly publication from Student Wellness Services

Learning Support

Student Academic Success Services: Academic support, writing support, and skills development. Information for Parents…
Queen's Learning Commons: Support services and meeting place located within Stauffer Library
How Can I Help My Student? – Information on student development for parents and guardians from Student Wellness Services
Accessibility Services: Academic accommodations for students with disabilities. See also:
- The Accessibility Hub – Information and resources for students with disabilities
- The Adaptive Technology Centre offers a offers a number of services to assist individuals with disabilities
Bounce Back for first-year undergraduate students in need of academic support
Academic Integrity: Policies and information related to Academic Integrity at Queen's

Program-specific Information:

Resources and Services

Inclusive Community: Index of support services and resources
Office of the Interfaith Chaplain
Four Directions Aboriginal Student Centre
Accessibility Hub
Campus Bookstore
ITServices: New Student IT Guide and Services for Students
Career Services
Listing of retail stores and services on campus…

Queen's News and Events

Queen's Gazette: News on the initiatives of Queen’s administration, faculty and student research, international programs, and the achievements of students, staff, and faculty
Queen's Alumni Review magazine
Queen's Events Calendar

Visiting Queen's

Graduation/Convocation

Convocation/Graduation Information: Applying to graduate, ceremony details and schedules, guest tickets, webcasts and video archives
Diploma Frame Sales
Travelling to Kingston

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Resources for Families and Supports

Important Dates

July

August

For incoming first-year undergraduates:

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