Next Steps

Get your access to the Queen's student system

Your NetID and password give you access to online services and resources. You received information about activating your NetID (sent to your applicant email address) when your application was received.

You have to activate your NetID before you can register for your courses. Once you have activated your NetID, make sure you can login to SOLUS. That way you’ll know you’re ready for course registration in July.

Your NetID will never change, but you should change your NetID password often. A strong NetID password ensures that both your personal information and university resources are protected. 

Make your transition an easy one, and visit the ITS website to help you get started with activating your NetID. View information about setting up your NetID, and technology, resources, and services available to students. 

You will use the same NetID and password for all Queen’s applications – SOLUS, email, onQ, etc.

Financial Aid Options

As a future Queen's student, you have lots of options for financial aid, including options that require an application and options that do not require an application.

You are encouraged to apply for all financial aid options, including government assistance (see below). 

Complete your Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) application  

The 2026-27 OSAP application opens in April or May. Submit your OSAP application and, if applicable, upload all required documentation as soon as possible to ensure funding is available for the start of the academic year. 

Apply for OSAP 

Do not report your Queen’s awards on your OSAP application – learn more about OSAP and awards. 

Complete your provincial/territorial Student Government Assistance application 

If you live in another province/territory, check the government student assistance website where you live for information about when the application is available, and information about how to report any awards you have received. Apply as soon as you can to ensure your funding is available for the start of the academic year. 

Student Aid BC Appendix 3 forms for undergraduate students will be completed in August 2026 to ensure that course load and tuition charges are reported accurately.

Apply for governmental financial assistance outside of Ontario. 

Financial Aid and Awards Profile

Complete and submit the Financial Aid and Awards Profile. Through this single application, you will be considered for many need and merit-based awards. Some of the programs which are administrated through this application include the Admission Bursary, Commitment Bursary, Major Access Award, many donor-funded need and merit-based awards, and the Promise Scholars program. 

The Financial Aid and Awards Profile should be completed by incoming first-year undergraduate students who are Canadian, permanent residents or protected persons. It can be found on your SOLUS Student Centre in the Financial Aid tile, under Online Award Applications for future students. 

Take part in online opportunities

The Student Experience Office’s First-Year Foundations (FYF) program starts this summer and gives you online opportunities to build your community, support your transition, and find your path to success for your first year at Queen’s.

First-Year Foundations is made up of the following programs and services: 

• SEO Weekly, a newsletter to your Queen's email every Monday starting June 14

• FYF 100 onQ course, a set of self-directed modules to assist in your transition to Queen's.

• The Off-Campus Community (OCC), to help connect those of you living off-campus. 

• Summer Webinars, a series of webinars that address important information incoming first-year students need to know including course registration, residence selection, and more!   

• QSuccess, our one-on-one year-long peer mentorship program for first-year students. 

Check out our Fall Orientation website for more information on what to look forward to when you arrive on campus.

Follow the SEO on Instagram, and TikTok to stay up-to-date on all the programming this summer and fall!

Living in Residence 

Living in residence during first year provides a supportive community environment for you to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Living on campus helps you to meet new people, participate in organized activities, and ease your transition to university life. 

The First-Year Student Residence Application opens on March 5, 2026 for undergraduate students starting their studies in Fall 2026 and entering the first year of a full-time, on-campus degree program. 

If you require an accommodation to live in Residence, submit a Residence Health or Non-Health Accommodation Form by June 1, 2026, at 4 pm ET. 

Visit the Residence website for more information about the application process, dates, and deadlines, and to explore opportunities to become part of Living Learning Communities and Unique Communities. 

Apply to Queen’s Residence and ensure the $805 deposit is received by June 1, 2026, at 4 pm ET 

Dietary Form: Get in touch with Hospitality Services 

Hospitality Services take food allergies and dietary needs very seriously, including food intolerances, food-related medical conditions, dietary needs related to religious or cultural observances, vegetarian and vegan diets, and other dietary needs. You are encouraged to take the following steps before arriving on campus: 

1. Complete Hospitality Services’ Food Allergy and Dietary Needs Form accessible through the Student Residence and Dining Portal. Please submit by June 1, 2026, at 4pm ET to ensure you receive important communications and helpful resources from the Registered Dietitian prior to move-in. You may update your form at any time throughout the year.
2. Book an appointment with Hospitality Services’ Registered Dietitian before arriving on campus to discuss your dietary needs and available supports while dining on a meal plan.
3. If your dietary need requires room accommodations, ensure a Residence Health Accommodation Form is completed by a Health Care Provider and submitted in the Student Portal by June 1, 2026, at 4pm ET.
4. All students, especially those with food allergies are encouraged to "Ask Before You Eat".
5. Learn more about Hospitality Services and how we support those with Food Allergies and Dietary Needs.

Living Off-Campus 

Thinking about off-campus housing in Kingston for 2027-28? 

Do you have questions about the Kingston student rental market, your housing search, lease agreements, tenant rights, landlord rights and responsibilities, and finding housemates? Connect with the Off-Campus Living Advisor for resources and guidance.  

Don't miss the Off-Campus Living Webinar: Date to be scheduled

If you live off-campus, you can still buy a Campus Meal Plan any time during the academic year. We have multiple meal plan options designed to suit any budget and campus lifestyle. 

As part of First-Year Foundations (FYF), the Student Experience Office offers webinars covering important information incoming first-year students need to know, including:

• How and when to register for courses
• How to select your residence room or how to find off-campus housing
• What it is really like being a university student
• And more!

*All Student Experience webinar recordings will be posted on this page within 2-3 business days, unless otherwise noted.

See below for the schedule of our Summer Socials! Join us to meet your peers and connect before your arrival on campus.

 If you are an international student, find out everything you need to know before the start of the year through the online Transition to Success: Online Orientation for International Students that’s now underway!

Satisfy the conditions on your offer of admission 

Satisfy any conditions on your offer of admission by the due date in your offer email. Due dates may also be found on the Undergraduate Admission Key Dates and Deadlines page. 

Review your final grades on your transcript, or on the OUAC website. Contact your guidance counsellor and Queen’s Undergraduate Admission if your academic data is inaccurate. The information that is on file will be used to determine if you meet the conditions in your offer. 

If you will not meet the conditions on your offer of admission, please email  admresp@queensu.ca as soon as possible. 

Register with Queen's Student Accessibility Services (QSAS) 

Starting in June, if you experience barriers in the academic learning environment due to disability-related reasons, connect with Queen’s Student Accessibility Services (QSAS) to register for accommodations. Start the process now so accommodations are in place for fall term classes. 

Click here to learn how to register with QSAS and what to expect. 

Please note: if you have applied to live in Residence and require an accommodation for your living environment, this is a separate process that can be accessed via the Student Residence and Dining Portal. 

Complete the It Takes All Of Us online learning program

All first-year students are required to complete the It Takes All Of Us online learning program by September 7, 2026. 

This mandatory program will help ensure that every student understands their role in preventing sexual violence and contributing to a safer campus community. 

If you find completing the program online difficult due to personal circumstances, you'll be asked to complete a form to opt out. 

Log in to Queen’s email service and Office 365 

All new students will receive an email in mid June with information about your Queen's email account. Log in and make sure everything is set up to your satisfaction. 

Log on to your Queen's email 

From this point forward, Queen's will only communicate with you via your Queen's email account, so be sure to keep checking it regularly! 

Watch for email on Registration and Fees and student card photo

The Office of the University Registrar website has detailed information regarding registration and fees, including:  

• How to register for courses
• Tuition and fees
• How to make payment
• How to submit your photo for your Student Card

You will receive an email to your Queen’s email account in June with more information. 

QSuccess Peer Mentorship program aims to remove barriers and contribute to a successful transition through the first year of university through ongoing engagement and one-on-one mentoring.

QSuccess programming is open to all first-year Queen’s students and can help you:

• Develop skills to succeed academically, including time management, note taking, and study skills 
• Learn to balance the academic and social demands of university life
• Develop strategies to stay physically and mentally healthy.
• Meet peers and develop a campus community
• Connect to other campus resources that can play a role in your success
• Most importantly, a mentor can be a listening ear as you navigate the challenges and celebrate the successes of your first-year at Queen’s

Students can register and self-match with a mentor at any point during the summer or the academic year, but students are encouraged to apply prior to the beginning of the fall semester in order to get the most out of the program.

Mentee applications open July 6! Apply now!
 

Student Guide to Registration

In order to help you better understand and plan your study year, visit the Student Guide to Registration, a step-by-step breakdown of the registration process, along with other information that you may find helpful along the way.  

Log in to SOLUS beginning in July to view your pre-enrolled class schedule, if applicable to your program. Visit SOLUS Help for tutorials on how to navigate SOLUS.   

If you need help selecting courses, please contact your Faculty/School. 

Residence Self-Selection

For students living in residence, self-selection is the process used to determine your residence building and room. This online self-selection platform allows you to log in and view available bed spaces in the 18 residence buildings. 

Self-Selection occurs mid-July. 

Important Dates 2026:

• July 8, 2026: Self-selection webinar
• Week of July 6, 2026: We will email you at your Queen’s email address with your self-selection date and time
• July 13-14 (8:30am - 4:00pm ET): Self-selection for students selected for Living Learning Communities, and those who applied to a Unique Community
• July 15-16 (8:30am - 4:00pm ET): Self-selection for students with approved accommodations
• July 15-16 (8:30am - 4:00pm ET): Self-selection for students requesting Loft Doubles
• July 22-23 and July 24: General self-selection will take place this week for all other students

Looking for more information? Check out last year's Residence Self-Selection webinar recording.

Visit the Queen's Residence website for more information about residence self-selection.

Financial Aid and Awards Profile

July is your final opportunity to complete and submit the Financial Aid and Awards Profile. Through this single application, you will be considered for many need and merit-based awards. Some of the programs which are administrated through this application include the Admission Bursary, Commitment Bursary, Major Access Award, many donor-funded need and merit-based awards, and the Promise Scholars program. 

The Financial Aid and Awards Profile should be completed by incoming first-year undergraduate students who are Canadian, permanent residents or protected persons. It can be found on your SOLUS Student Centre in the Financial Aid tile, under Online Award Applications for future students. 

Student Wellness Services can support many of your physical, mental, and sexual health needs. 

Vaccinations

Before arriving on campus, review your immunization record with your healthcare provider or local health unit and keep a copy for your records. Student Wellness Services may request this information during appointments.

Queen's encourages students to ensure their routine vaccinations are up to date, including protection against measles. Due to recent cases in Ontario, checking your immunization status before arriving on campus is especially important.

The local health unit also recommends the two-dose Meningococcal B vaccine for post-secondary students, as they are at increased risk of infection. While not publicly funded through Ontario's routine immunization schedule, it may be covered through supplementary health insurance plans.

For more information about recommended vaccinations before coming to campus, please visit Student Wellness Services recommended immunization page.

Health Insurance Plans

Queen's students are automatically enrolled into a supplementary health insurance plan that provides partial coverage for health, vision, dental, and travel, administered by Queen's student governments.

Before opting out of the supplementary health insurance plan, we encourage you to review any existing family or private health insurance coverage you may have to compare benefits and understand your coverage needs. 

Prescription Medications

If you currently take any prescription medications, speak with your healthcare provider about bringing an adequate supply with you to school. Prescriptions can be transferred to a local Kingston pharmacy (e.g., DrugSmart on campus), and you should plan ahead to avoid disruptions in medication access. 

Student Wellness Services can also provide support and discuss options for ongoing medication management while you are studying at Queen's.

Register for Faculty Orientation 

For faculty-specific events, students will be required to register should they choose to participate in the activities planned by upper-year students. To find out more information about registering for your respective Faculty Orientation, you can visit the faculty pages and use the Program Quiz to find out which faculty is for you! 

View your financial aid awards 

Check SOLUS (under the "Financial Aid" title) to find out when your award(s) will be applied to your account. The first half of the award value will be applied to in mid-August before the Fall term tuition payment deadline. The second half will be applied to your SOLUS student account in early December before to the Winter term tuition payment deadline. 

  
For all awards administered by the Financial Aid and Awards Office (e.g. Queen's bursaries, awards, and scholarships granted on admission), payments will be applied on your account to all current and future university charges (e.g. Fall term tuition and student activity fees, Fall term Residence, Winter Term Tuition, and Winter term residence). 

Learn more about navigating SOLUS

Learn more about paying tuition and fees

Update your contact information in SOLUS

Please update your Fall 2026 address, phone number and emergency contact information in SOLUS. Watch for a link in your “To Do” list (on the top right of your SOLUS screen) for next steps.  

Check your Queen’s email for scholarship updates 

You will automatically be re-assessed for scholarship consideration once your final grades have been received. If your grades have increased since your offer of admission, your grades will be reviewed, and you will receive a notification via email and SOLUS in mid-August if you become eligible for a grades-based admission scholarship. 

This program is mandatory and will help ensure that every first-year student is aware of and understands their role in preventing sexual violence.

You must complete this program before September 7, 2026.

Join our Fall Orientation Webinar!

DATE: To be confirmed 

Fall Orientation for undergraduate students comprises two parts – University Orientation programming and Faculty Orientation programming. Both aspects of Fall Orientation are designed to support your transition to University and prepare you for the school year ahead!

For a more detailed look at the schedules, visit Schedule Hub (will be updated in August)!

Manage your finances in SOLUS 

Fall term tuition and Student Assistance Levy (SAL) as shown on your Account Summary in SOLUS must be paid by September 1, 2026. 

Students receiving Government Financial Aid (including OSAP) are being provided with an automatic grace period between September 1 and October 1 for their funding to arrive. No action is required to receive this grace period, and no late fees will be assessed during this time.

General Bursary Application

Complete and submit the Queen’s General Bursary Application. Through this single application, you will be considered for financial need-based General and Named Bursaries.

The Queen’s General Bursary Application should be completed by all registered undergraduate and graduate students. It can be found on your SOLUS Student Centre in the Financial Aid tile, under Online Award Applications.

Ongoing Healthcare

Create your TELUS Health Connect account before arriving on campus. Student Wellness Services uses this secure electronic health record system to book medical and mental health appointments, receive test results and secure messages, and complete required forms before and after appointments. A TELUS Health account is required to access services through Student Wellness Services.

If you receive ongoing care for a physical and/or mental health condition, we suggest you plan how you will continue that care while away at school.

• Stay connected with your current healthcare providers and ask whether virtual appointments are available.
• If you require ongoing specialist care, ask your health provider to arrange referrals to specialists in the Kingston area before you arrive.

If assistance is needed with any of these processes, Student Wellness Services can help.

If you experience barriers in the academic learning environment due to disability-related reasons, please see instructions below:

• Register with Queen's Student Accessibility Services (QSAS)
  • Connect with Queen’s Student Accessibility Services (QSAS) to register for academic accommodations. Start the process at the end of June so accommodations are in place for fall term classes.
  • Register for the QSAS Summer Webinar happening in June 2027. Check back here for the registration link in May.
• Submit a Fall Orientation Accessibility Request form.
• Register for the QSuccess Peer Mentorship Program and choose an upper year mentor with shared lived experience.
  • Check back here for the registration link in July.

Four Directions Indigenous Student Centre (4D) is the home away from home for First Nations, Inuit and Métis students on campus!

Our team of Indigenous staff facilitates cultural activities such as drumming, beading, feasts and ceremony, as well as a wealth of social events, academic workshops and wellbeing programming. We have an Indigenous Mental Health Counsellor, Student Advisor, and Elder on our team to support students holistically.

We provide study spaces, laundry, a cozy living room, and a pantry/full access kitchen.

The Ban Righ Centre assists women-identified students of all ages, especially those who are returning to university after a time away to continue formal or informal education.

The Centre is located on campus and is a hub of campus life for mature women students and mothers from diverse backgrounds, through which they can become part of a community of peers. 

• Offers student advising, financial assistance, practical and personal support
• Promotes university resources (intellectual, scholastic, cultural, recreational)
• Facilitates the participation of women in campus functions
• Advocates on behalf of mature women students and student mothers
• Brings staff, faculty, and students together in an environment which encourages mutuality and equality
• Provides a continuing education program of speakers and visiting scholars open to the broader community

Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for our latest updates.

 

The Queen's University International Centre (QUIC) is a hub for international student life at Queen's University offering immigration advising, academic support, career advising and social events for international students. 

Winter Welcome Days
QUIC Winter Welcome Days are orientation events for new international students at Queen's University, held at the start of the January term. Through practical workshops, drop-in advising, and opportunities to connect with campus and community resources, students can access support with topics such as banking, Social Insurance Numbers (SIN), job searching, and academic culture shock. These events help students build connections, access essential resources, and feel more confident navigating their new environment. 

The Yellow House is Queen’s University’s Student Centre for Equity and Inclusion, providing safe, supportive, and empowering spaces and programs for students who identify as Black and/or Indigenous, and/or People of Colour (BIPoC), and/or Two-Sprit and/or Lesbian, and/or Gay, and/or Bisexual, and/or Transgender, and/or Queer, and/or Questioning and additional gender identities (2SLGBTQ+). 

The Yellow House engages students in initiatives that actively dismantle oppressive, racist, and colonial ideologies and practices.