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First Nations House offers culturally supportive academic advising to both undergraduate and graduate students on all three campuses. We can help with any of the following:

  • assistance with academic planning
  • advocacy with other U of T departments
  • referrals to all U of T Student Life programs
  • assistance with registration and scheduling
  • pre-admission counselling
  • tutorial accommodation
  • assistance in applying to graduate school
  • personalized one-on-one appointments

Whether you are an incoming or returning student, we can help you transition into student life and feel secure in your choices and surroundings.

Other academic support at U of T

Indigenous students can find further support at the University for a variety of academic needs.

  • Academic Success provides a wide variety of support services for all U of T students.
  • U of T Writing Centres provide free instruction in academic writing.
  • Students who require academic accommodations can register with Accessibility Services.
  • In addition to First Nations House at the St. George campus, Indigenous students enrolled at U of T Scarborough or U of T Mississauga can connect with resources available on those campuses.

Some faculties also offer support specifically for Indigenous students. The Faculty of Law provides a variety of services and programming for Indigenous law students. The Faculty of Medicine has established the Office of Indigenous Medical Education for students in Undergraduate Medical Education.

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    Indigenous undergraduate and graduate students

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    Contact the Coordinator of Academic Supports at academicsupports.fnh@utoronto.ca or 416-978-1290.

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We provide culturally relevant services to Indigenous students to support academic success, personal growth and leadership development. We offer learning opportunities for all students to engage with Indigenous communities at U of T and beyond.

     

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