International New Student
New Student Arrival Information
Visa Information
- How to get an F-1 Student Visa
- I-901 Fee (SEVIS Fee)
- 10 Points to Remember When Applying for a Nonimmigrant Visa
- 10 Puntos para Considerar cuando uno Aplica para la Visa no Inmigratoria (Spanish)
- U.S. Embassy videos of Visa Processing
- What to Expect at a Port of Entry
New International Student Orientation 
There will be a mandatory 2-day New International Student Orientation on Tuesday, January 13 and Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Please arrange your travel itinerary to arrive in time for this Orientation. Immigration rules, Academic Counseling and Campus Services will be covered. Your having a successful college experience is of utmost importance to us, and attending Orientation is the first stop on that road to success.
Orientation Presentations - Fall 2025