Supporting Your Graduate Journey

The Graduate Student Association is committed to student success, focusing on both academic and personal growth. It offers a wide range of services, including financial aid, comprehensive insurance coverage, wellness resources, and robust academic support. These essential resources are designed to empower graduate students on their journey at the University of Ottawa. By exploring these offerings, students can uncover services specifically crafted to help them thrive throughout their graduate experience.

Comprehensive Support for Graduate Students

Insurance Coverage

Graduate students’ health and dental plans cover professional health services, prescription drugs, dental care, eye exams, glasses, and travel insurance.

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Mental Health Care

Mental health tools including access to 24/7 counselling by confidential telephone or online chat to various on campus assistance and off campus.

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Academic Funding

GSAÉD’s Academic Project Fund provides up to $400 to support graduate students attending conferences at least 250 km from Ottawa.

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All Services

Explore the full range of services designed to support graduate students in their academic and personal lives.

Emergency Grants

GSAÉD’s emergency grants provide up to $250 to support graduate students at uOttawa facing financial hardship due to unforeseen circumstances.

Health and Wellness Resources

Access mental health support, health services, and wellness initiatives for graduate students.

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Business Cards

Order official uOttawa business cards to enhance your professional identity as a graduate student.

Ethical Purchasing

Support fair trade and sustainable products by purchasing ethically made promotional materials.

International Student Identity Card

Enjoy discounts on travel, entertainment, and shopping worldwide with an ISIC card.

Breastfeeding Room

A private and secure space for parents on campus to nurse or care for their children.

Room Reservations

Book study rooms and event spaces at the Grad House for academic or social use.

Tax Filing

Graduate students can file taxes for free with UFile using a special offer code.

Parking Pass

Apply for a weekend and statutory holiday parking pass for uOttawa campus lots.