Graduate Students Who are Not F-1 or J-1

Admitted in an Immigration Status other than F-1/J-1

(ex. H-1B, H-4, E-2, L-1, L-2, TN, TD, etc.)

• If you are planning to change to F-1 or J-1 status for your first semester, ignore the instructions below and follow mandatory orientation procedures.
• If you are an Undergraduate student (even if in a status other than F-1 or J-1), ignore the instructions below and follow mandatory orientation procedures.
• If you are a readmitted student, please use the links below
  • Readmitted Students

Orientation

For graduate (ex. Master's, PhD) students, orientation is only mandatory for students in (or planning on changing to) F-1 or J-1 status.  You are, however, encouraged to attend if you wish.  Orientation is the best way to complete the various required check-ins and learn about your new campus. You can find more information and register for orientation on our website.

Arrival Dates

• If attending the International Student Orientation, refer to the New Student Arrival Dates.
• If exempt from and not attending International Student Orientation arrive by Monday, August 11, 2025, for Fall 2025 to complete a mandatory ISS Check In.