Storrs Campus Students
Arrival to campus & Move-In: Friday, August 16
CISS Welcome & Support Program: Saturday, August 17 – Tuesday, August 20
University Orientation: Wednesday, August 21 – Thursday, August 22
Weekend of Welcome (WOW): Friday, August 23 - Sunday, August 25
First Day of Classes: Monday, August 26
| Friday, August 16, 2024 | 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Move-in date for new international undergraduate students who have signed up for International Orientation Program with Orientation Services.
10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Airport Shuttles depart from JFK Airport (New York), EWR Newark Liberty Airport (New Jersey), BOS Logan International Airport (Boston, MA). Airport shuttles depart at 11:30 a.m. so students must plan their flights to arrive early on 8/16 or on Thursday night 8/15. Each shuttle will stop at a Walmart/Target for essentials shopping on the way to campus. Sign up Here: |
| Saturday, August 17, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. International Services Fair - Open Bank Accounts, Set Up a U.S. Cell Phone Plan
Location: TBD 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. International Parent & Family Meeting Location: TBD Walmart/Target Shopping Trip Advanced sign up required 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. After Dinner Social Event
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| Sunday, August 18, 2024 | 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Brunch Location: Putnam Dining Hall 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. ISSS Immigration Check-in Location: McHugh Hall, First Floor 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Meet Your Welcome Program Student Leader Complete your immigration check-in requirement. Bring your Laptop, Passport, I-20, and I-94. |
| Monday, August 19 - Tuesday, August 20, 2024 |
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CISS Welcome and Support Program Location: Check the location on the schedule you received during move-in.International Welcome Program Schedule Fall 24 View the Welcome Program Handouts |
| TBD | 10:00 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. Driving in the U.S. Virtual Session This session is presented by the ISSS office for students who want to learn how to obtain a U.S. driver’s license.Log on Here: Password: Fall24 |
| TBD | 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m. Social Security Bus Trip Advanced sign up required |
Regional Campus Orientation Sessions
Avery Point Campus
TBD ISSS will be on campus on to meet with students. Please contact Neena Kapoor to schedule your orientation time.
University Orientation for Avery Point Students
Avery Point Admitted Students:https://averypoint.uconn.edu/admissions/admitted-students/
Avery Point Orientation Schedule: https://orientation.uconn.edu/schedule/avery-point/
Hartford Campus
TBD - Mandatory session for new international (F and J visa holders) students at the Hartford & GBLC campuses. This required session will provide important visa information and requirements and allow students to meet the ISSS advisor, learn about the services ISSS provides and ask questions. Breakfast will be provided at the session. Please plan to arrive by 9:30 am. Register here by TBD to confirm attendance. You will meet your ISSS Advisor Neena Kapoor at this session.
University Orientation for Hartford Students
Hartford Admitted Students: https://hartford.uconn.edu/admissions/admitted-students/
Hartford Orientation Schedule: https://orientation.uconn.edu/schedule/hartford/
Stamford Campus
TBD ISSS Stamford will host an Orientation program for international students. You will connect with peers and administrators, learn about campus resources, participate in academic advising, and register for courses. You will meet your ISSS advisor Lulu Dong at this session.
University Orientation for Stamford Students
Stamford Admitted Students: https://stamford.uconn.edu/admissions/admitted-students/
Stamford Orientation Schedule: https://orientation.uconn.edu/schedule/stamford/
Waterbury Campus
TBD Waterbury Campus will host a 1-day Orientation program for international students. You will connect with peers and administrators, learn about campus resources, participate in academic advising, and register for courses. Please make an appointment with Lulu Dong for an orientation session.
University Orientation for Waterbury Students
Waterbury Admitted Students: https://waterbury.uconn.edu/admissions/admitted-students/
Waterbury Orientation Schedule: https://orientation.uconn.edu/schedule/waterbury/