Session #1:
June 12th, 2024, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Session #1:
June 12th, 2024, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Session #2 - Gearing Up:
August 7th, 2024, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Session #3 - People and Spaces:
August 7th, 2024, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
MRUbegin - Now
This is our online orientation course designed to equip you with the important information you need before classes start.
To see how to register for online orientation, click here!
Pre-Arrival Workshops - May to August
Join our pre-arrival online workshops, which are designed exclusively for first-year university students, where you'll gain essential skills and insights to thrive in your academic journey.
To learn more and register for future workshops, click here!
Parent and Supporter Orientation - August 13
This event will take place at Ross Glen Hall, Roderick Mah Centre for Continuous Learning on the Mount Royal University campus from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Interested in attending? Register Here!
Campus Tours - August 23 and 24
Registration will open in June, check back here
Orientation Day - September 3 or 4
You will only have to attend one day, which will depend on when your program is doing it.
Registration will open soon, check back here
First Day of Classes - September 5
First Day Back Party - September 5 (drop-in event)
Welcome Back Carnival - September 12 (drop-in event)
Full fees for Fall Semester due - August 14
Last day to add name to Fall Course waitlist - August 14
First Day of Fall Semester classes - September 5
Last day to adjust registration (Add/Drop) for Fall semester with tuition refund - September 13
Last day to be reinstated for Fall semester - September 27
Questions about Academics, Campus Life, Transportation, Residence, ONECard, Finances, and so much more
Find out who your advisor is for your program by visiting the website here. When contacting your advisor, be sure to provide your name, student ID and to be specific about what your questions are. If you are in Open Studies or University Entrance Option, please indicate which program you are wanting to get into in your initial email.
A full-time course load is three or more courses. Full-time status can impact student loans, grants, health benefits and other student benefits like the transit pass. Knowing how many classes to take entirely depends on your program, prerequisites, and other requirements. If you are considering taking less than five classes, make sure to go over your Program Planning Guide and speak with an Academic Advisor to ensure you are on track.
You may need to meet with your Academic Advisor, as you can register for Fall 2024 and Winter 2025 right now. To find out what courses to take, select your program of study and read the Program Planning Guide specific to you. Some program planning guides may read, “You will not be able to register without meeting with an advisor.” If it states this, then you will need to set up a meeting with your advisor prior to registering for courses.
Once you have registered, you can view your course schedule by completing the following steps:
Go to MyMRU.ca
Select "My Program" in the top blue ribbon (or by selecting it from the drop-down if you are on a small screen)
Scroll down to “My courses” and click “My course schedule”
Once a spot becomes available in your chosen course, you will be sent an email to your student email account notifying you of the availability. You will have 24 hours from the time the email is sent to accept your spot in the course. If you do not register within 24 hours of receiving the email notification, you will lose your spot on the waitlist, and a notification will go to the next eligible student.
Access and Inclusion Services works to create an accessible learning environment that encourages full participation in academic courses and campus life. If you require academic accommodations for a documented mental or physical barrier, please connect with Access and Inclusion now by filling out a Public Request form here.
We also held a workshop with Access and Inclusion Services, so if you would like to learn more about them and the help they can provide you, check out a summary of their workshop here.
Wellness Services provides services and initiatives to support mental, physical, and sexual health. We have doctors, mental health nurses, and a psychiatrist on campus along with physiotherapists, chiropractors, and many other practitioners to support your well-being. Student Counselling Services, Breathing Room, and Peer to Peer Mental Health Educators are some of the many services and initiatives Wellness Services has to support your mental health.
The Peer Support Centre (Z210) is in the Students’ Association and provides peer-led services to support students. Ranging from financial supports, free breakfasts or a friendly ear to chat with, the peer support center is a great place to get connected.
Clubs are a great way to meet people with similar interests to your and bond over doing those things together! Clubs can be academic, social, representational or cultural. The Students’ Association has over 75 clubs that meet throughout the year and host social events, fundraisers, celebrations and more.
You can also get active by joining an intramural sports team. You can sign up as a team or as a free agent with any skill level. Intramurals are a great way to connect with new people while having fun.
To check out more resources on mental health, physical health, cultural and spiritual support, as well as advocacy, career development opportunities, and so much more! Check out the life on campus and what that could look like for you!
If you are a full-time credit student, you will receive a UPass that will allow you to take public transit as part of your student fees. The UPass can be accessed through My Fare app through Calgary Transit services during the semester.
You can still apply for a spot in Residence. To find more information about what it's like to live on campus, check out these frequently asked questions by residents, this can answer some of the questions you may be thinking as well. If you're still not quite sure about living on campus right away, you can apply for the winter semester instead and try living at home first.
Move In Day this year will take place August 31st. Additional details are provided in the email from Residence Services outlining your Room Assignment.
If you are an incoming or current resident and want to learn more about living on residence including room assignment, rate and fees, policies and forms, click here to find all the information you need.
The ONECard is the official identification card for alumni, faculty, staff, and students at Mount Royal. The information contained on your ONECard includes your name, staff/student identification number, and your photo. It will be necessary to have this card with you to access the Recreation Centre, printing, and specific labs. You can find access to the ONECard portal here.
You do not need to have your ONECard for your first day of classes, it is not a critical component you need to have to attend university. You sign up for your ONECard through the online portal and receive an email with further information when it is ready for you to come pick it up. We recommend you sign up for your ONECard before the semester starts so you can receive it sooner and be ready to access all the resources on campus when you need to.
To learn more about loans and scholarships, explore the Financing your education website to see what is available.
We also held a Financing your Education Q&A workshop, so if you would like to learn more about everything to do will your finances, including tuition fees, loans, grants, scholarships and more, check out a summary of their workshop here.
It is recommended you start checking your emails twice a week or more as we get closer to the start of the Fall Semester. We send a lot of important information through emails, as it is our primary means of communication with new students. It is important to check and read your emails regularly.
Our recommendation is that you check your professors' emails and course content to better know what textbooks to purchase and by when. If your class instructor has not posted any such content, do not worry! Often it is best to wait until the first class to get your textbooks as your professor will likely tell you what textbooks you need on the first day of class.
Professors can:
provide various suggestions on where to find the textbooks
provide you with a free version of your textbook at times
sometimes change their textbook list/requirements
If your professors have indicated in communication through emails and content posted on D2L that they would like you to purchase a textbook for their class, you can use this Campus Book Store resource to determine what textbooks you need for your classes.
Your professors may also provide your list of textbooks to purchase through D2L communications in their course outline, so be sure to check such content before attending class.
First year students in the First-Year Mentorship Program will receive guidance and support from an upper year mentor to help them transition into life at university. Mentees will gain valuable skills during their time in the program that will help them to be successful in university. First year students will have opportunities to take part in skill-based workshops and events and programming alongside fellow mentees and mentors which will allow them to build community!
Learning Peers are students just like you who learned how to master their courses and volunteer to help other students with their courses. They are the best kind of study-buddies, offering friendly support, a wealth of subject-specific knowledge and study strategy ideas. It's more than tutoring; it's like a personal trainer for your academic life.
Registration for the Fall 2024 semester opens August 15, 2024. Mark your calendar! Need a reminder? Add your name to our list and we'll let you know when the form is available.
Student Learning Services provides a variety or workshops focused around studying, writing, and referencing. These free sessions provide students with strategies and tools, hands-on activities, and opportunities to ask questions.
In-person workshops are offered in classroom EL 1451B (in the Riddell Library and Learning Centre). Online Workshops are hosted through Google Meet. You will receive an email with the link to the meeting room on the morning of the webinar. You must register before 8 am on the day of the workshop to receive the link.