Orientation
Orientation
International Student Orientation (ISO) and other pre-arrival and welcome events are designed to help you transition to UD and the U.S. and to complete government check-in so you can be registered in SEVIS. Note that there are separate mandatory orientations based on academic level. Learn more about those below.
At ISO, UD leadership and CGPS immigration advisors share information about everything you need to know to maintain your visa and student status and get connected to services at UD. ISO is mandatory for new international students.
Save the Date!
Fall 2025 International Student Orientation (ISO)
Friday, August 22 | 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. | Trabant University Center
Find details about all of the New International Student Events below
Global Welcome Days
Thursday, August 21
Hospitality Suite
Perkins Student Center | 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Stop by to rest, store your luggage, and get important resources when you first arrive on campus: set up your bank account, get a free SIM card, and pick up your UDID card at this time. Technology support will be available 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. No registration is necessary.
Undergraduate students: Early check in at the Residence Halls is available for new undergraduate students. Register in the My Housing Portal.
Optional Campus Tour
Start at Perkins Student Center
Campus tours will be led by current students begin at 10 a.m., and the last tour ends at 1 p.m. Wear comfortable shoes, as you will be walking around central campus for 45 minutes. Register for an optional tour when you register for ISO.
Friday, August 22
International Student Orientation
Trabant University Center
Lunch: 1:30 p.m. | Food Court
Graduate Student Organization Fair: 1:30 | Lounge
ISO* program: 2:30 p.m. | Multipurpose Rooms
*International Student Orientation (ISO) is a mandatory program for all new international students. At this orientation, you will learn about immigration regulations, engagement opportunities, and hear from other offices on campus who are available to support you. There will also be games and prizes. Arrive at 1:30 p.m. for optional free lunch.
Welcome International Coffee Hour
4:30 - 6:00 p.m. | Trabant University Center Concourse
Following International Student Orientation, socialize with your fellow new international students at the Welcome International Coffee Hour with games, free coffee, tea and snacks. This weekly tradition may become your favorite activity every Friday!
Saturday, August 23
Shopping Trip
10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Depart from Trabant Circle
Trip for new international students to Walmart in Elkton, to buy supplies and groceries. Seats are limited.
Trabant University Center is located at 17 West Main Street, Newark, DE 19716
These are the other events designed to help you transition to UD and your life in the U.S.:
All Students
Complete all of the required pre-arrival steps for international students and learn everything you need to know to prepare to become a Blue Hen.
Undergraduate Students
All new undergraduate students must participate in New Student Orientation. Be sure to complete the New Student Checklist on that page.
Graduate Students
Details about Graduate Student Orientation (GSO) will be shared by the Graduate College.
ISSS Disclaimer: The information contained on this web site is provided as a service to international students, faculty, staff, employees, and administrators at the University of Delaware, and does not constitute legal advice on any immigration, tax, or other matter. As legal advice must be tailored to the specific circumstances of each case, and laws are constantly changing, nothing provided herein should be used as a substitute for the advice of official counsel. For assistance on your immigration status, we encourage you to contact an ISS advisor for specific guidance at oiss@udel.edu.