The International Education Centre (IEC) is dedicated to providing support for global students connected to the University of Toronto Mississauga. Should you have any questions, please contact us – we are happy to help you!
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Looking for Support?
Whether in-person, through email, or over the phone, our staff are available to support you. We'll do our best to address your general questions, help book an appointment with our advisors, or refer you to the best resources for your inquiries.
Email: international.utm@utoronto.ca (Email is our preferred method of contact. Please use your UofT email address)
Phone: 905-569-4716
Office hours for general support
Monday - Friday, 10:30am - 12:30pm & 1:00 - 3:00pm, at the Student Services Hub Hello Desk.
Tuesday - Thursday, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM, at the Student Services Hub Hello Desk.
Please note: On a first come, first served basis.
January 13th, 2025 - January 15th, 2025: Drop-ins from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
January 16th, 2025 onwards: Tuesdays and Thursdays 1:00 - 3:00 PM, Wednesdays 10:30am to 12:30pm with peer advisors at the Student Services Hub Hello Desk.
Please note: On a first come, first served basis.
IEC Appointments
Please Note: By default our appointments are currently offered online. If you require an in-person appointment, please book by phone or email and indicate you would like to meet in person.
| Immigration Advising (1st & 2nd Year Students) | Appointments for first and second year students to get advice on immigration matters including:
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| Immigration Advising (3rd Year & Beyond Students, Graduate Students and Recent Grads) | Upper-year students (3rd year & beyond) and recent grads get advice on immigration matters including;
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| Global Learning Advising | Learn how to add international experience to your studies via the exciting array of travel, study, research or internship opportunities available through Exchange, UTM Abroad and Global Classrooms. |
| Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) Debrief and Coaching | In this 30-minute debrief and coaching appointment, a Qualified Administrator (QA) will go over your IDI Individual Profile Report as well as go over your Individual Development Plan. The goal is to help you understand where you are at in terms of your intercultural learning journey and help you create a plan to enhance your intercultural competence. For more information about the IDI, please visit https://idiinventory.com/ |
| International Student Coaching | International Student Coaching is designed to help you navigate your academic journey at UTM with confidence. Whether you need support with time management, study strategies, goal setting, or adapting to university life, our professional coaches and peer coaches are here to guide you. These appointments provide a space to discuss challenges, explore solutions, and connect with the right campus resources to help you succeed. Email us at international.utm@utoronto.ca to set up an appointment. |
| New International Student Support | Book an appointment to get personalized guidance on starting your university journey. Whether you have questions about course selection, adjusting to life in Canada, finding support services, or getting involved on campus, our team is here to help. This is your opportunity to get answers, ease your transition, and set yourself up for success at UTM. Click here or follow the instructions below to book an appointment. |
How to Book an Appointment
Appointments can be booked Monday through Friday. Appointments are 30 minutes.
Follow these steps to book your appointment today:
- Login to Folio(opens in a new tab).
- Click the “Appointments” button in the “Find what you want here” section.
- You can also visit/bookmark: https://folio.utoronto.ca/students/appointments/
- Type “IEC” to see available appointments
- Choose your preferred day.
- A list of available appointments will appear.
- Select your preferred appointment.
- Review the details included.
- Select your preferred format (below the details).
- Click “Book”.
Having trouble navigating Folio?
Click here for more detailed instructions on how to book an appointment!
Appointments are set up as virtual by default. If you would prefer an in-person appointment, please contact us at international.utm@utoronto.ca or visit us in the Student Services Hub for drop-in appointments.