International Orientation
The International Education team hosts a series of sessions that have been prepared to provide you with the most information to make sure new students have a successful start to their semester. The sessions are intended to help you navigate and understand how everything works at the College and to make you feel like a welcome part of the College community.
Attendance to all sessions is MANDATORY for all new international students. Please make sure you are registered for these events. Contact us for more information.
Pre-arrival Info Session for International Students
Date: Wednesday, November 23 at 9:00 am PST (1 hour) (session has been completed)
This info session is designed to make sure you are informed of all the steps relating to registration, medical insurance, up-to-date travel requirements, and more prior to arriving to Canada. Please note that this session does not replace the main International Student Orientation days listed next.
Virtual International Student Orientation
Date: Wednesday, December 14 and Thursday, December 15 at 8:30 am – 12 pm PST
Attending both days of this Virtual International Student Orientation is mandatory.
These sessions will cover essential information to ensure a smooth transition at OC and living in Canada.
• The registration link will be sent to new international students to their preferred email about 1 month beforehand.
• New international students from all campuses will join.
The following topics are covered:
• course registration information
• myOkanagan and Moodle
• immigration advising
• academic success strategies
• Canadian classroom culture
• campus services & community resources
• meet the International Education staff team, faculty, and college supports
• meet other students and have fun!
In-Person Orientation for International Students at Your Registered Campus
Date: Kelowna and Penticton campuses: Friday, January 6 at 9 am – 12 pm PST (Room location TBC)
Vernon campus: Friday, January 6 at 2:30 pm (Room location TBC)
This orientation day is designed to welcome you to your campus and provide practical information to assist you with settling in your city. This orientation will be held at the Kelowna, Penticton, Vernon, and Salmon Arm campuses.
New Student Useful Links
College-Wide Orientation
All new OC students must complete mandatory OC 101 and OC Ready Moodle modules by the first day of classes and attend the Kick-Off to Orientation event on September 6. For more information, please visit the Okanagan College orientation page.
Pre-Arrival Guide
- Submit your study permit application (IRCC link) and check processing time
- Inform your market recruitment representative as soon as you receive a decision about your study permit application
- Research and plan your accommodation options
- Register and attend Virtual Jump Start for International Students
- Register for courses - ‘How to Register’ guide
- Check Important dates before you plan your travel
- Register and attend Pre-arrival info sessions
- Download the iCent App
- Register and attend the Virtual International Student Orientation
- Pay your tuition and fees before the deadline
- Purchase early arrival medical insurance – www.guard.me/oc
- Submit your travel plan to the International Office Team
- Complete Moodle Modules ‘OC 101’ and ‘OC Ready’
- Register for your International Campus Specific In-person Orientation
- Attend the International Campus Specific In-person Orientation
- Join the OC Campus Wide Orientation at your campuses.
- Apply for OC student ID card
- Apply for your BC Medical
- Download the Okanagan College app
- App Store - iOS users
- Google Play Store - Android users
- Check out your Campus Map to find your classrooms