Graduate Student On Campus Housing

Monday, 6 October 2025 10:00 – 11:00 am

It's not too early to explore your options for accommodation, particularly if you are hoping to live on campus, in residence at UBC. Typically, about 1300 graduate students live in residence at UBC. Learn about the UBC student residences available for graduate students, the application process, waitlist logistics, and more in this 1-hour webinar presented by UBC Student Housing and Community Services. 

Applying to grad school at UBC

Friday, 10 October 2025 10:00 – 11:00 am

Start your journey to graduate studies at UBC with confidence! Join us for an informative session where we will demystify the intricacies of the application process and equip you with the tools to enhance your application.

This session will cover:

• Overview of the application process
• Online application - what to expect
• Understanding admissions requirements
• Crafting a compelling statement of interest
• Finding the right supervisor
• Effective supervisor outreach
• References - what we look for and who you should ask
• Application dos and don’ts

Who is this webinar for?

This webinar is tailored for individuals who are gearing up to apply to graduate school, offering invaluable insights and practical advice to elevate your application strategy. Whether you're a prospective UBC graduate student or have started the application process, this session is designed to empower you with the knowledge and insights needed for a successful application.

Join us as we demystify the path to graduate school at UBC and set you on the road to academic success! 

Graduate Student On Campus Housing

Friday, 10 October 2025 3:00 – 4:00 pm

It's not too early to explore your options for accommodation, particularly if you are hoping to live on campus, in residence at UBC. Typically, about 1300 graduate students live in residence at UBC. Learn about the UBC student residences available for graduate students, the application process, waitlist logistics, and more in this 1-hour webinar presented by UBC Student Housing and Community Services. 

*Please note that this is a repeat of our October 6th session*

How to find and reach out to a supervisor

Thursday, 16 October 2025 10:00 – 11:00 am

For many research-based graduate programs you’ll need to find and secure a supervisor before submitting or during your application. In this webinar we take a close look at how to search for a supervisor and once you have found them how to reach out. We’ll also discuss the importance of having good references as part of your application and how to identify and approach referees.

This session will cover:

• How to find a supervisor using UBC’s supervisor database.
• What to consider when looking for a supervisor.
• Who makes a great referee?
• Advice on reaching out to referees
• Q&A

Who is this webinar for?

This webinar is for anyone who needs to secure a supervisor as part of the graduate program application to UBC. You can check if your program of interest requires this step by looking at the program’s admission information and requirements on the program page. Find your program at grad.ubc.ca/prospective-students/graduate-degree-programs 

Masters of Economics information session

Wednesday, 29 October 2025 9:00 – 10:00 am

Join the Vancouver School of Economics Graduate Director, Director of Graduate Admissions, and Graduate Programs Manager for a Master of Economics information session on Wednesday, October 29th 9:00 AM PDT. We will share recent updates to our Master of Economics program and why we believe it is one of the best in Canada and the world. We will also talk about the UBC experience, as well as the excellent academic and professional placements upon our graduates secure. We look forward to seeing you there!