New Student Orientation

Whether you are online or on-campus, we're ready to welcome you and help you make the most of your life-changing education.

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International Student Orientation

Our International Student Orientation is designed to provide you with critical international student-specific information prior to your arrival and program start.

All new international students in degree programs are expected to attend an online orientation session prior to their program start. Join us on Friday, February 16 or Friday, April 12. If you are unable to attend, please contact us.

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On-Campus Student Orientation

Our On-Campus Student Orientation is designed to connect new students and the RRU community through interactive workshops and campus tours.

We look forward to joining your program orientation schedules this season.

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Housing: Where to stay while studying at RRU?

Whether it’s the bustling community of Langford, the fast-growing city of Colwood, or the beautiful city of Victoria, several housing opportunities are available to you.

Join us online on Tuesday, February 20 or Tuesday, April 16 to learn more about housing options and hear from fellow students about their experience finding a place to call home here in Greater Victoria.

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Campus Connect

Campus Connect is a series of events to explore life at RRU, meet the campus community and challenge our Campus Ambassadors to fun and games! Keep an eye on our events page to learn more opportunities to connect with our campus.

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Indigenous Student Orientation

If your ancestors are Indigenous Peoples of the Lands we now call Canada or you’re Indigenous to other regions of the world, we are grateful that you have chosen to study at Royal Roads. We are committed to supporting your success.

We encourage you to connect with Indigenous Student Services to get oriented to RRU.

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LaunchPad

When your student account is activated, you'll be automatically registered for LaunchPad. LaunchPad is our online site built to help you understand what to expect and how to succeed at RRU.

In addition, we offer LaunchPad Live! to connect in real time. We host LaunchPad Live twice a month, so visit our Events page to check out our upcoming sessions. Possible conversation topics include Student Life, Funding Your Education, Digital Literacy, Time Management & Study Skills and Stress Management & Building Resilience.