For New Students

International Student Orientation

An International Student Orientation program for newly admitted students is scheduled for August 18-24, 2013. For details, view our Sunday - Thursday schedule. (The schedule for Friday and Saturday will be available later.) During this program, you will receive important information about:

obtaining a University identification card
setting up e-mail, bank and cell phone accounts
taking language tests (if required)
meeting your academic advisor
registering for classes
using the University libraries, computing, health and recreation services
understanding University rules, regulations and academic procedures
maintaining proper immigration status as an international student

Sequence of Orientation Activities

Check-in
Get Single-Use Password & UB Identification Card
Attend Presentations & Workshops
Activate UB Account
Get Immunizations (if required)
Take TOEFL/SPEAK Tests (if required)
Open Bank & Cell Phone Accounts
Meet your International Student Club Representatives
Take Campus Tour
Attend Immigration & University Police Sessions (necessary for course registration)
Meet your Academic Advisor & Register for Classes
Attend UB Paperwork Session (strongly recommended)
Attend Welcome Ceremony & Reception
Go on ShoppingTrip

Immigration & University Police Sessions

All international students must attend the Immigration and University Police Sessions before registering for classes. Make-up sessions will be offered, but you are strongly advised to attend this session during International Student Orientation.

Please remember: You will not be able to register for classes until you have taken any required tests (TOEFL, SPEAK), submitted your Immunization Form and/or received required immunizations, and attended the Immigration and University Police sessions.