INTERNATIONAL ADMISSIONS
NEXT STEPS GUIDE FOR CONFIRMED STUDENTS
4 APPLY FOR CAMPUS HOUSING.
All first-year students are required to live in campus housing during their first academic year (August–May), and transfer students may choose to live on or off campus. The housing application opens in early March. Explore our housing options.
NOW THAT YOU’VE ACCEPTED YOUR OFFER OF ADMISSION, DON’T FORGET TO:
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ACTIVATE YOUR IDENTIKEY.
Your IdentiKey allows you to log in to the student portal (Buff Portal), which serves as your secure entry point for online services and student information. It is also required to apply for housing and access the New Student Welcome tab before enrolling for classes. Save your Identikey in a safe place. Activate your IdentiKey now.
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COMPLETE PRE-ARRIVAL NEXT STEPS.
New Student & Family Programs is here to support you. Learn when and how to complete the Online Experience, our virtual orientation program, learn more about health and wellness, advising, registering for classes and more. View your pre-arrival next steps
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STAY ON TRACK.
Your admission decision depends on your final official documents reflecting academic achievement similar to our assessment at the time of admission. If your final transcripts show decline in academic performance, your admission could be rescinded. View your next steps regarding transcripts.
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ATTEND IN-PERSON ORIENTATION.
Join your fellow classmates for this required International Student Orientation to learn important information about U.S. classroom culture, culture shock, safety, campus resources and more. Learn more about your pre-arrival and after-arrival steps
Explore your new home.
IMPORTANT DATES
Housing application opens
HERE ARE YOUR FINAL STEPS TO TAKE BEFORE YOUR ARRIVAL ON CAMPUS:
THE STUDENT VISA PROCESS
Receive your I-20 Form: When your I-20 is ready, it will be emailed to you. You can expect your I-20 about 2– 3 business days after you accept your offer of admission in your application status page.
Review your immigration documents
Pay the I-901 SEVIS fee
Make your visa appointment
Prepare for and attend your visa interview
Expanded visa vetting, social media review
Learn more about the student visa process.
Confirmation deadline for first-year students admitted for fall 2026
EARLY MARCH MAY 1
International Student Orientation
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