New International Students - Register Here

New Students General Information

New Bacterial Meningitis Vaccination Requirement for Summer/Fall 2013:

As of Jan. 1, 2012, incoming Texas college students and students returning after an absence of at least one fall or spring semester who are under 30 years old must submit documentation of immunization against bacterial meningitis. Students who fail to meet this requirement by the deadline will be dropped from courses. New international students are highly encouraged to receive their vaccination in their home country in order to meet the deadline for providing document for proof of the vaccination. Please carefully read the official UTA statement and FAQ regarding the required vaccination at http://www.uta.edu/news/info/meningitis.php.

Pre-Arrival Information

Upon Arrival

Office of International Education Pre-Arrival Letter provides information about:

  • Orientation dates
  • Late Arrival
  • How to reach Arlington
  • For Those With Multiple Admissions Only
  • Tuition, Fees & Health Insurance
  • Immunization Policy
  • How to locate housing
  • Useful Websites for International students

Orientation Information

Orientation provides new international students with information about cultural adjustment, immigration matters, health services and health insurance, registration procedures, academic rules and regulations and Office of International Education programs and activities.
  • Orientation Schedule
  • Welcome Newsletter Fall 2013.
  • PowerPoint Presentation
  • Frequently Asked Questions

Orientation Schedule

Summer 2013

  Date (Day) Time Venue
Orientation May 29, Wednesday 9am - 12pm Swift Center Training Room 125
Orientation May 31, Friday 9am - 12pm Swift Center Training Room 125
Orientation July 3, Monday 9am - 12pm Swift Center Training Room 125
Orientation July 8, Monday 9am - 12pm Swift Center Training Room 125

Fall 2013

  Date (Day) Time Venue
Transfer Orientation August 7, Wednesday 8am - 12pm Swift Center Gym
Orientation August 13, Tuesday 8am - 4pm Bluebonnet, UC
Orientation August 16, Friday 8am - 4pm Swift Center Gym
Orientation August 20, Tuesday 8am - 4pm Swift Center Gym
Please click here to register yourself for the orientation.

Office of International Education Welcome Newsletter

Welcome Newsletter Fall 2013 published by the OIE.

Orientation Presentations

You can also view the following Power Point Presentations used during the Summer 2013 Orientation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do I park during orientation?

Venue: Swift Center

Students Parking Lots near Swift Center

Venue : University Center (NOT APPLICABLE FOR SUMMER ORIENTATION)

Students Parking Lots near University Center

Do I need to register for orientation?

Yes, you need to register for the orientation seminar. Click here to register.