Begin Registration: Head Start 2024

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Head Start is an in-person summer orientation program for new undergraduate students embarking on their post-secondary experience here at the University of Windsor!

We can't wait to see you there.

Registrant Type

Student

Please select which description best applies to you:

I am a student coming directly from High school

I am a student who is over 20 and have been out of high school for more than 2 years

I am a student who is planning to attend University on a part time basis (1-3 courses per semester)

I am a student who is transferring from another college or university

If you are a mature, part-time, or transfer student, we have an additional date option available for you! This is an evening session designed for students that may not be able to attend our full-day program, and also contains information about balancing work, school and family responsibilities. We will also have our transfer student academic advisor available to provide answers to all of your questions. If you're interested in this option, please select it once you get to the "Date Selection" question on the next page.

Which type of studies will you be starting in September?

Graduate Studies

Undergraduate Studies

Head Start is designed for incoming undergraduate students beginning studies in the September.

If you are enrolled in a Masters program listed below, check out your academic unit/department's website, as you may have a separate orientation available to you.

Master of Management
International Accounting and Finance
Human Resources Management
Master of Engineering
Master of Medical Biotechnology
Master of Actuarial Science
List of All Graduate Programs

Are you an international student?

Yes

While we are happy to know that you are eager to get connected with campus this summer, the Head Start orientation program is designed for new incoming undergraduate students who reside within Ontario.

Knowing that our international student population typically has very different questions about their first year on campus, around health insurance, transitioning to a new country, etc., our International Student Centre (ISC) has created special orientation programming just for our incoming international students: https://www.uwindsor.ca/international-student-centre/39/iso.

If you will be in Ontario already and wish to attend Head Start, please click the Continue button below to proceed with registration.

Considering when the right time is for you to travel to Canada?

While there is no official rule for when you can arrive in Canada before the start of your semester, coming too early might not be a good idea. It is suggested not to arrive more than 3 weeks prior to the start of your classes. If you arrive too early before the start of your first semester, you might be in a situation where your Health Insurance has not started yet. Additionally, if you are a new student starting your very first semester, you cannot work until your classes begin.