New graduate students

So, you got your Certificate of Acceptance from the School of Graduate Studies (SGS) Congratulations!  Have you met all the conditions of your acceptance (ie: official transcripts/English language scores)?

Now what?

Activate your IT account

• Activate your UNB IT Services 
• Use the Student ID# and UNB User Login ID emailed to you and follow the steps
• Activation guide
• Visit UNB's MyUNB Intranet
• Email the Grad Coordinator to have your new UNB email added to your file and the distribution list
• Set up UNB wifi on your smartphone/computer
• Access your new UNB email
• Select Chosen Name & Gender Identity
• Get IT Ready

Register for classes

You are responsible for registering every term for the duration of your graduate program.

• MyUNB Intranet > Academics > Student Planning & Registration
• UNB's Self-Service Registration Guide
• Make sure you're registered for your Thesis/Report and seminar course, if applicable
• Monitor term deadlines for registration: SGS Important Academic Dates

Student ID Card (UCard)

• You obtain this from the UNB Card Office, located in Marshall d'Avery Hall, 10 Mackay Drive Room 106 (bldg # 61) 
• Bring your government-issued photo ID and your UNB Student ID number
• UCard Mobile ID - iPhone & Android
• Those who previously completed a BSc degree at UNB will need a new card, the $15 replacement fee may be waived, call the card office to inquire.

Open a bank account

• Bring two forms of ID (drivers licence; passport; study permit) and your student ID
• Get a blank void cheque or form from your bank that includes your account information
• Download Confirmation of Enrolment letters

Social Insurance Number (SIN) 

• This is not required for Canadian students or those who are self funded
• Submit a request for an appointment with Service Canada (1133 Regent St. suite 200) to apply for your SIN. 

Paperwork for Financial Services

• IUC Physics/Admin 8 Bailey Dr, Financial Services is located in room 001 (bldg # 18)
• To set up Tuition Fee payments in Financial Services, download and submit the Authorization for fee Deductions form to Shannon Douglass to have tuition deducted from (some) dept. funding.
• All forms should all be sent via UNB Secure File Drop, never through email. 

Paperwork for People & Culture (previously Human Resources)

• IUC Physics/Admin 8 Bailey Dr, People & Culture is located in room 102 (bldg # 18)
• Submit completed tax forms and banking information along with your Study Permit (if applicable) and SIN to Abby Shortall.   Forms can be found here.  Hint: Employee ID is Student ID.
• For help with your tax forms, email payroll@unb.ca. 
• Submit a copy of your Study Permit to the Grad Coordinator.
• All forms should all be sent via UNB Secure File Drop, never through email. 

Set up Supervisory/Advisory committee

• Meet with your supervisor, and set up a Supervisory/Advisory Committee (supervisor + 2-3 others)
• Complete the Program of Study form and submit it to the Grad Coordinator
• Review the SGS Student Supervisor Checklist with your Supervisor

Graduate Student Association (GSA)

• Located at 676 Windsor St in the Alden Nowlan House (bldg # 42)
• Visit the GSA site to see what services they provide
• Read about the Health & Dental plan
• You can find more information on how to opt out of health/dental insurance.
• You can also read how to receive or opt out of the bus pass.

Union of Graduate Student Workers (UGSW)

• Located at 10 Mackay Dr, Marshall d'Avray Hall 322-1B (bldg # 61)
• Visit the UGSW site to see what services they provide
• If TA'ing, email ugsw.unb@gmail.com to request a hardcopy membership form with your Union Package.

Medicare & International Health

• International students are required to pay the Emergency Health Insurance until they provide Financial Services with their New Brunswick Medicare Card.  FAQ page.
• New Brunswick Medicare has a three month waiting period.
• Review International Health Insurance
• Information on Health and Safety

International students should check-in with the International Student Advisors Office, C.C. Jones bldg 26 Bailey Dr (bldg # 29). 

All students should familiarize themselves with UNB's Services for Students Guide.