The International Education Centre (IEC) at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) offers comprehensive support to international and new-to-Canada students including specialized coaching for international students to help you achieve your goals and have an enriching experience at UTM. Connect with our certified international student success coach and our peer coaches to learn the skills and tools you need to lay a strong foundation for your academic journey.
International Student Coaching Support
International Student Coaching
As a new or first year student at UTM, here is what you can expect from our International Student Success Coach:
- One on one coaching: Tailored support based on your needs. From addressing your questions prior to arrival, to helping you identify areas where you may need additional support, to helping you develop the skills and tools you need to successfully transition to UTM.
- Academic Support: Workshops and resources to enhance academic skills and performance. In collaboration with the Office of the Registrar, these workshops aim to provide international students with the tools they need to succeed academically.
- Wellness Services: Programs focused on mental health and well-being. The IEC collaborates with the UTM Health & Counselling Centre to provide spaces for international students to have their well-being supported.
- Social Integration: Events and activities to help students build social connections and engage with the campus community.
Supports for new students
Navigating the transition process as a new international student can be challenging. By connecting with our coach, new UTM applicants can:
- receive support on immigration matters,
- get your questions answered about life in Canada and UTM,
- get advice on the international student experience,
- and much more.
Supports for current first-year students
Adjusting to university life in your first year can certainly be a challenge, especially as we find ourselves in an academic year like no other. Between your academic responsibilities, commitments to family and friends, taking care of yourself, and managing all the demands life throws your way, it’s common to feel overwhelmed and unsure of what to do next.
By connecting with our coach, you can get support with:
- Learning Course Material
- Managing Your Time
- Getting Help with Schoolwork
- Making Social Connections
- Interacting with Faculty
Are you interested in getting support?
Complete this short registration form, and a team member will email you with instructions to book your first appointment. We look forward to meeting you and supporting you throughout your journey at UTM. If you have questions before registering, please email us at international.utm@utoronto.ca or stop by the Student Services Hub in the Davis Building.
For more information on these services and to access resources tailored for international students, please visit the International Education Centre's website.
By utilizing the IEC's support services, international and new-to-Canada students can effectively navigate their time at UTM and lay a strong foundation for their academic journey.