Graduate College Orientation

All new graduate students are invited to an orientation program hosted by the Graduate College at the beginning of the fall semester. The program includes an information fair, an official welcome ceremony, and presentations about paying tuition and fees, health insurance enrollment, assistantship payment, and the Main Library.

Graduate College Welcome & Orientation

Orientation for international students in F-1 or J-1 status
International students are required to attend an additional orientation program sponsored by the UI Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS). The OISS program explains immigration regulations, immunization and insurance requirements, and introduces you to a wealth of resources for international students on campus. English Proficiency Evaluations for students and teaching assistants also are part of the program.

OISS International Student Orientation