Orientation
Welcome to San Diego State University!
The International Student Center (ISC) is excited to welcome you to SDSU! The ISC hosts numerous mandatory and optional activities for new students on F-1 and J-1 visa status to help you better understand your visa requirements, how to navigate life at SDSU, and to make new connections with your peers and the SDSU community.
If you are a new F-1 or J-1 student, please review the below mandatory and optional activities.
New International Student Orientation & Check-In
First Year (Undergraduate) – Thursday, August 22nd, 2024 at 8:00 AM
Undergraduate Transfers – To be confirmed
Graduate Students – To be confirmed
For F-1 Visa Degree-seeking Students:
- Complete Arrival Requirements Checklist:
- Checklists will be available in July
- Complete Mandatory ISC Online Module:
- Available in July
- Attend New International Student Check-In & Reception:
- Date, Time and locations to be confirmed
What to Bring?
During the Check-In and Reception session we will review the below documents together:
- Your passport
- Your I-20
- Copy or screenshot of your I-94. After you enter the U.S., an electronic record of your admission, known as the I-94, will be created. Retrieve a copy of your I-94 from the CBP website, using the "Get Most Recent I-94" link.
A Resource Fair will be held for all international Students during the Check-In and Reception. The Resource Fair will provide access to critical resources for new international students such as banking services, phone carriers, transportation, and more.
F-1 Degree-seeking students: Please note you may have additional orientation requirements through New Student & Parent Programs, and if you are a Graduate student through your Graduate Academic Department.
For J-1 Visa Exchange Students:
- Complete Arrival Requirements Checklist:
- Checklists will be available in July
- Complete Mandatory ISC Online Module:
- Available in July
- Attend New International Student Check-In & Reception:
- Date, Time and locations to be confirmed.
What to Bring?
During the Check-In and Reception session we will review the below documents together:
- Your passport
- Your DS-2019
- Copy or screenshot of your I-94. After you enter the U.S., an electronic record of your admission, known as the I-94, will be created. Retrieve a copy of your I-94 from the CBP website, using the "Get Most Recent I-94" link.
A Resource Fair will be held for all international Students during the Welcome Check and Reception. The Resource Fair will provide access to critical resources for new international students such as banking services, phone carriers, transportation, and more.
ISC Activities and Info Sessions:
The ISC hosts optional activities and information sessions for F-1 and J-1 students. Below is a schedule of offerings this coming Spring semester:
- Come talk with ISC Staff and Student Assistants to learn about ISC and SDSU services and resources, San Diego activities, and ask general questions about SDSU or San Diego. You may also do an early document check with a team member. Be sure to bring your I-20 (F-1 students) or DS-2019 (J-1 students), passport, and visa. No registration is needed. Drop by anytime!
12:00 - 1:30 P.M. International Student Center Lounge
- Spend some time with the SDSU International Community at the ISC! This is the perfect space to meet new people, play some games, enjoy light refreshments, music, and more! No registration is needed. Drop by anytime!
Time TBD, International Student Center Lounge
- Join us for an informative session designed to help you maximize your time and budget while studying in San Diego.
Get Connected with the ISC on Social Media
Stay up-to-date on reminders, deadlines, events, and other SDSU information through @sdsu_international on Instagram and Discord: ncaph2Nhnp.