Orientation for new International Students will be held beginning on Sunday August 16 and last until Friday August 21.  International Student Orientation is mandatory for all new students in F-1 and J-1 student status.  This includes transfer students and students from Canada.  Please plan to arrive on campus no later than Saturday August 15 so that you can attend the orientation. For a complete schedule see:

International Student Orientation Schedule

The orientation for Canadian students and for students who missed the scheduled orientation will be on Monday, August 24 from 1:00-3:30 pm at the International Centre.

Orientation will help you to:

• Become familiar with UND and the Grand Forks Community
• Learn about important academic issues
• Access necessary campus resources
• Learn about immigration regulations
• Learn about health insurance
• Learn about employment in the U.S.
• Meet other new and returning UND students
• Experience new cultures
• Get acquainted with the Office of International Programs and our staff