Friendship Pre-orientation

An orientation in addition to the orientation for all first year students. The pre-orientation affords first year students an opportunity to meet current international students, faculty, staff and alumni, become acquainted with immigration policies and procedures for F-1 students in higher education, open bank accounts, complete health insurance forms, go shopping , etc.

Buddy Program

First years international students are assigned an upper-class student to serve as a buddy that assists them in adjusting to the first year of college.

Host Family

first year international students are assigned a faculty, staff or alumni, who serves as a family to the student throughout the academic school year.

Immigration and Naturalization Services

International students are kept abreast of the following immigration issues as they apply to F1 students in higher education.
  • On Campus Employment
  • Off Campus Employment
  • Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
  • Optional Practical Training (OPT)
  • Health Insurance
  • I-20's
  • Federal Income Taxes