Student resources
UVic offers a wide range of student supports for undergraduate and graduate students, including academic advising, career services, mental health resources and financial aid.
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Student affordability
Find supports, resources and employment options to help you save money while studying at UVic.
Notices & news
Toxic Drug Advisory
Island Health has issued a toxic drug advisory for Greater Victoria Mar. 11-18, 2025.
UVic Computing Gateway Program at new West Shore
Starting in September 2025, the University of Victoria (UVic) will offer the Computing Gateway program at the new West Shore campus.
Earthquake preparedness at UVic
British Columbia is in an earthquake zone and it's important that we’re prepared for when an earthquake strikes.
UVic Supports Coroner’s Inquest
UVic welcomes the BC Coroners Service’s recent announcement of an inquest into the circumstances surrounding the passing of Sidney McIntyre-Starko. We are cooperating fully with the presiding coroner.
Health & wellness
You have access to a range of health and wellness support services while you’re here.
Academic & program advising
If you have questions about your program or need help with planning your degree, an academic adviser can help. Advisers offer guidance, information on academic requirements and resources.
Dynamic learning
Join our co-op program, get experience in field schools and practicums, or go on exchange with one of our 300+ partner universities.
UVic Learn
UVic Learn provides articles, tip sheets and video tutorials to develop the learning skills you need for academic success at all stages of your journey at the University of Victoria.
Campus resources
Explore some of the key campus services for students.
Graduating students
You must apply for graduation, whether you want to take part in the convocation ceremony or not. You can’t graduate if you don’t apply.
Emergency contacts
If you need immediate help, use these contacts:
Ambulance, fire, police: 9-1-1
Campus security or 250-721-7599
Safe Walk Program or 250-721-7599
Sexualized Violence or 250-721-8786
Territory acknowledgement
We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.