Welcome New Students
We are so happy you have chosen to study at Memorial University of Newfoundland (St. John's Campus). Our team of advisors and student staff are here to help whether you need arrival information, or just a friendly chat. We can talk to you about arrivals, off-campus housing, health insurance, career options, immigration procedures and settling in to your campus life.
International students are an integral part of Memorial University. The Internationalization Office (IO) is here to welcome you and provide support throughout your student journey at Memorial. Whether you have questions or just want to say hello, our advisors are happy to chat with you. The International Student Advisors are available 9:00am – 4:00pm Monday – Friday (summer hours, closed 1 - 2 p.m.). You can also email your questions to the advisors at international@mun.ca.
St. John's Campus Students:
All new international students are required to complete the Arrivals Form on the iCent app/platform. (Click here here to watch a video tutorial on how to log in.) If you're experiencing issues accessing iCent from your country or have questions about your arrival, please email arrivals@mun.ca for assistance.
iCent Login Steps - Desktop
iCent Login Steps - Mobile
*Grenfell Campus is located in the city of Corner Brook. The closest airport is Deer Lake Regional Airport YDF, located 700km away from St. John's. If you are a Grenfell student, please contact gcinternational@mun.ca for assistance.
*Important Notice: 2025 Canada Games in St. John's
St. John’s will host the 2025 Canada Games from August 8–25, 2025, bringing thousands of visitors to the city and to Memorial University’s campus.
During this time, accommodations and travel options may be more limited and expensive due to the high volume of visitors. If your schedule allows, you may find it easier and more affordable to plan your arrival after August 25, once the Games have concluded and the city is less busy.
The Fall semester begins on September 9, 2025. Please consider this when making your travel arrangements, and feel free to reach out to our team if you need any support with your planning.
Welcome Information Session
To help you get ready for your journey to Canada, we’ll be hosting a series of online Welcome Information Sessions through late July and early August. These sessions will cover important topics like immigration, arrival and housing, health insurance, career services, and outreach support — all designed to help you feel more confident and prepared.
Each session will be led by our knowledgeable advisors, and you’ll have the chance to learn what to expect and how to make the most of your time at Memorial. There will also be time at the end of each session for your questions, so feel free to come prepared with anything you’re curious about!
We strongly encourage all new international students to attend. The full schedule and session links will be shared soon — please check back on our website for updates!
We are here to help you start your journey at Memorial University on the right foot. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out us: arrivals@mun.ca.
Airport Greeter Program
We know that arriving in a new country can feel overwhelming—and we want you to feel welcomed from the moment you land. To help with that, we’re working on plans for an Airport Greeter Program at St. John’s International Airport to support new international students arriving for the Fall 2025 semester.
Our friendly student greeters will be there to say hello, share helpful information about St. John’s and Memorial University, and help you feel at ease as you begin your journey.
For Fall 2025, the greeter schedule will be based on the arrival details submitted by students. This helps us plan the program in a way that allows us to offer a warm welcome and useful guidance to as many students as possible. To support this, please make sure to complete and update your Arrivals Form on the iCent app as soon as your travel plans are confirmed.
Final details about the program will be shared on our website closer to the start of the semester—stay tuned!
*Please note that while our airport greeter staff are here to support you and answer any questions you may have, they are unable to cover the cost of your taxi or accommodations. They will ensure you have the guidance you need for a smooth transition. Taxi fares typically range from CAD$30-50.
Social Insurance Number (SIN) Clinics
At the beginning of each semester, Service Canada representatives visit our office to assist students with their Social Insurance Number (SIN) needs. They can answer your questions, review your application, and issue SINs to eligible students.
To attend your appointment, please bring the following original documents:
- Passport
- Study Permit (must include a remark such as “May work” or “May accept employment”)
- Open work permit for spouse/partners (if applicable)
- Application form (available at site)
Clinic dates and times will be posted here once confirmed. Please check back closer to the start of the semester for updates.
Medical Care Plan (MCP) Clinics
Each semester, representatives from the Department of Health and Community Services (Government of Newfoundland and Labrador) visit our office to help students apply for the Medical Care Plan (MCP). They’ll review your application and issue MCP cards to those who are eligible.
Please bring physical copies of the following documents:
- Passport
- Study Permit (must be valid for at least 12 months)
- Enrollment Verification Letter (issued within last 30 days)
- Application form (available at site)
*If you're applying with your dependents, and for more information, please see here.
Clinic dates and times will be posted here once confirmed. Please check back closer to the start of the semester for updates.
Listserv
The Internationalization Office sends out a weekly listserv to all international students. The Listserv is an email which contains a list of important university information, upcoming events happening on campus and in the city, and job opportunities. To receive the listserv, please send an email to international@mun.ca.
Stay Connected
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