Graduate International Student Orientation (GISO)
Arrival day/Airport pick-ups for new international graduate students:
Monday, September 11, 2023 ONLY
Fall 2023 Graduate International Student Orientation (GISO):
September 12 - 14, 2023.
Orientation
International Student Orientation is an opportunity for students to learn about Northwestern — including meeting their OISS Advisor, learning about immigration requirements, preparing for the academic year, and making connections with other international students. We offer two separate programs in fall term that are specific to academic level: ISO for undergraduate (bachelor's) level students and G-ISO for graduate (master's and PhD) level students.
Fall Orientation 2023
Undergraduate International Student Orientation (ISO)
Arrival day/Move-in day/Airport pick-ups for new international undergraduate students:
Thursday, September 7, 2023 ONLY
Fall 2023 Undergraduate ISO:
September 8 - 11, 2023.
Make-up Orientation for Fall 2023
Did you miss the OISS in-person international student orientation earlier this month? We've got you covered!
The Office of International Student and Scholar Services (OISS) is hosting a condensed make-up virtual orientation for new F-1/J-1 international students. In addition to introducing our student advising team, we will provide an overview of student visa compliance requirements, review services provided by OISS, and discuss important reminders for your transition.
- September 22nd, 12:00 - 1 :00 PM - More details
- October 3rd, 3:00 - 4:00 PM - More details
Online Orientation for F-1 & J-1 Students
Complete this course prior to your arrival!
Learn more and access the required online orientation course:
F-1/J-1 Required Online Orientation
Travel to campus
If you arrive on a day other than the OISS airport pick-up days (Sept 7th for undergraduate students or Sept 11th for graduate students), there are several options for transportation from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Northwestern's campus. See Travel to Northwestern for more information.