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See what awaits your future or new undergraduate student at Concordia, the top university in Canada under 50 years old.

Concordia Alumni Association

Welcome Guide for New Concordians

Key information and resources for starting university

Frequently asked questions
 

Open House happens in October and February and parents are invited too! You and your student can also book a guided tour through the Welcome Centre any time. Siblings and friends are welcome too!

March 1 is the official deadline to apply for fall term entry. International students are encouraged to apply by February 1See all application deadlines

The admissions team automatically considers applicants for entrance scholarships based on their marks. Other financial awards require a separate application. Learn more about paying for university

The admissions teams may need several weeks from the time the application is complete, i.e. no missing documents. Please keep in mind that privacy laws require the university to communicate directly with the applicant only, not their parent(s).

The university is dedicated to maintaining a safe setting for students. Security services include a 24-hour campus patrol and emergency alerts. Learn more about Security Services

Concordia has its own health clinic and a whole network of support services to support students' health and wellness.

Keep track of exam and holiday periods and other important academic dates.

Concordia uses letter grades (A-F) on a 4.3 GPA scale. Students can view their grades at the end of the term on their Student Centre

The university assesses academic standing annually at the end of May. 

Please keep in mind that privacy laws prohibit the university from sharing any information about your student's academic record with you.

See how to plan your participation in graduation ceremonies as you mark your graduate's milestone day!

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