Academic Advising
New Students (Undergraduate Students):
Academic Advisors are excited to welcome you!
We invite you to check out our course selection and registration resource page for more information on how to plan and register in your courses. We encourage you to try and get yourself registered using these resources! If you would like some additional support with your course registration, please attend one of our course registration sessions (please note registration is required).
Already know which courses you would like to register in, drop-in to our registration support:
- Monday July 22
- 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (ZOOM)
- Tuesday July 23
- 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. (ZOOM)
- 4:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. (In-Person)
- Wednesday July 24
- Thursday July 25
- 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (In-Person)
- 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. (ZOOM)
- Friday July 26
- 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (ZOOM)
- 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. (In-Person)
*Please note hours and room locations are subject to change, if you have questions about hours or access to support please email ddixon@trentu.ca. Please check back for weekly schedule updates.
New Transfer Students (Undergraduate Students):
We encourage you to book an appointment with an Academic Advisor (see below for instructions on how to book). Transfer students have a number of different things to consider when coming to Trent with transfer credits, so it is good to connect with an Advisor to understand how to get your journey started!
Continuing Students (Undergraduate Students):
A reminder to check-out the Academic Calendar and course registration resources. We encourage you to check-in with an Academic Advisor (see below for instructions on how to book)
New Students (Post-Graduate Certificates):
If you are a Post-Graduate Certificate student starting in the Summer, please visit here for information about course registration. If you require further assistance please email durcerts@trentu.ca
How to Book an Appointment (Undergraduate Students):
Appointments must be booked — drop in is only available at select times as advertised on this webpage.
Academic Advisors now work out of two locations.
If you are booking an 'in-person' appointment, please note the LOCATION of your appointment when booking. DRA-55 Thornton Rd South or ALC 11 Simcoe St North.
There are flexible options each day for in person, video, or phone. In person and video is the best method for comprehensive and effective engagement with Academic/Career Advising. Phone is the least effective and suggested as a last resort. The booking system will alert you to what types of appointments are being offered by an advisor on a given day. If your preferred method of appointment delivery is not available please select a different day.
- Go to the Student Experience Portal.
- Login using your myTrent username and password.
- Click on “Durham GTA Campus Appointment Bookings” on the left side of the screen. (Please note that this method only works for students who already have a student ID number and active myTrent account)
- Click on "Book by Appointment Type" to choose either Academic Advising or Career Advising.
- Once you have selected a type of appointment, you will be able to view the next available appointment for that service.
- Go to "View Calendar" to see available appointments for the next 10 business days.
NOTE: If you select "View Calendar", use the Toggle Filters button and choose to display only the appointment type you want to book. If you select a "video" appointment and have trouble access the built-in chat, please refer to our troubleshooting tips.
Where to go for In-Person Appointments: For appointments at DRA - 55 Thornton Rd South, please follow the signage located at the Front Entrance Atrium (Building A), and wait in the chairs by the furthest doors at the East end of the Atrium. An Advisor will come to get you for your appointment. For appointments at ALC - 11 Simcoe St North, please proceed to the firth floor, room 523.
Looking for an Appointment Today (Undergraduate Students)?
A limited number of same-day appointments will open for booking at 9:00 a.m., Monday to Friday. Please follow the "How to Book an Appointment" steps above to book an available same-day, phone or video chat, appointment.
If you have trouble booking an appointment using the Student Experience Portal, please call 905-435-5100 ext. 5158.
Meet Our Student Support Staff Members:
Engagement and Registration Support Leader
Hello, I am Dayo Dixon and I am a second-year student in the social work program, deeply committed to embracing diversity and fostering inclusivity. As an Engagement and Registration Support Leader, I assist my peers in navigating course registration processes, believing in the importance of self-determination through a decolonizing and anti-oppressive lens. With compassion as my guiding principle, I strive to support fellow students in achieving their academic goals and promoting a more equitable educational environment.
Career Services Assistant
Hello, I am your Careers Peer Support, Esther Akingbade. I am a Sociology major currently in my third year of the program. I have an interest in legal studies, and I am a strong advocate for social justice. My goal is to connect with students and share the services offered when dealing with resumes and cover letters. I am very open, and I am here to help when needed.
Important Information:
If you have specific questions regarding waitlists or waivers you can contact your department directly. Pre-requisite waivers are completed online through your myTrent account. Course registration issues or questions can also be directed to registration@trentu.ca. For all financial questions please contact studentaccounts@trentu.ca or financialaid@trentu.ca.
Important Dates/Deadlines:
Important dates from the Academic Calendar
Helpful Links:
- Course Selection and Registration
- Petitions and Appeals
- Academic Timetable
- Academic Skills Centre
- Academic Mentoring
- New Student Orientation Information
- Cumulative Average Calculator
- Records and Registration