Resources for Families and Supports

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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.

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.

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Important Dates

September

September 1: Residence Move-in Day. (Check your assigned time from Residence. Also, plan to attend a Family Information Session. See details and schedule…)
September 1: Fall Tuition and Student Assistance Levy due in full. (See Payment Methods)
September 1: Orientation Week begins
September 3: Labour Day (university is closed)
September 6: Fall Term classes begin
September 19: Last date to add or drop Fall Term and multi-term classes without financial penalty
September 25: Fall Career Fair
September 30: AMS opt out period ends for Student Activity Fees and Health and Dental Coverage
September 30: University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) Fees due. (More about tuition and fees)

October

October 1: Student Activity Fees due
October 8: Thanksgiving Day (university is closed)
October 10: Last date to apply to graduate in SOLUS for Fall 2018. For more, please see: Applying for Graduation
October 16: University Day (university will remain open)
October 16-17: Engineering & Technology Fair
October 25-26: Fall mid-term break
October 25: Last date to RSVP for Fall 2018 Convocation. See Information for Graduates
October 31: Deadline to apply for a General Bursary

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

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 Queen’s: Resources, programs, and initiatives for the Queen’s community
Faith and Spiritual Life
Four Directions Aboriginal Student Centre
Accessibility Hub
Campus Bookstore
Career Services

Information Technology 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

September

October

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