International Student Orientation is a program designed for all new international students (undergraduate, exchange and graduate) and attendance is mandatory. The Fall program is several days long, and covers a wide variety of topics. Orientation for students beginning programs in the Spring semester is briefer and less formal. All international students who are new to UNH must attend International Student Orientation, even if you were previously a student at another US educational institution.

Prior to your arrival in the Fall, you will be introduced to an Orientation Staff leader, a fellow UNH student who will be ready, willing and able to communicate with you and answer your many questions from a student's perspective. When you arrive, you will meet this Orientation Staff leader and spend your first few days with other new international students.

During Orientation, you will learn about your immigration rights and obligations, cultural adjustment, what to expect in and out of the UNH classroom. You will go on a campus tour and you will have the opportunity to learn about UNH Health Services and the UNH Student Health Benefits Plan (health insurance). You will meet fellow students, both US and international, who will share their insights and knowledge with you to make your transition to UNH a smooth one! You will meet the staff of the Office of International Students and Scholars and learn what we do and how we can assist you. You will have time to meet with your academic advisor if you need to. And you will have the opportunity for a local shopping trip and an excursion to Boston by train, both of which are optional and require pre-registration.

Please bring all of your immigration documents (passport, I-94, I-20/DS-2019) with you to Orientation.  If for any reason you are unable to attend the Orientation, please come to the OISS office in Room G-15, Thompson Hall at your earliest convenience after arrival on campus.  We look forward to welcoming you to UNH!