Pre-Arrival Information

New international students admitted for the Spring 2026 term will begin to receive pre-arrival information starting in late May.  This information will include instructions for how to activate their University Log-In ID (ULID) and set up Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) on their devices.

Once this is complete, students will be able to access the ISSS Student Portal.  The International Student Orientation Team will be using the ISSS Student Portal as a platform to deliver important pre-arrival information as students prepare to come to ISU.

Additionally, new students are recommended to attend a series of Pre-Arrival Zoom Webinars offered throughout the summer.  These webinars, presented by staff from different offices and units throughout the institution, are intended to provide students with in-depth information on important subjects, such as immunization requirements and connecting with an academic advisor.  Please see the tentative schedule below for details:

Thursday, October 16th, 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
"Visa Applications and International Admissions"

Tuesday, October 21st, 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
"Finding On-Campus and Off-Campus Housing"

Wednesday, October 29th, 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
"Health and Immunization Requirements"

Thursday, November 6th, 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
"Traveling to Illinois State University"

Tuesday, November 11th, 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
"Registering for Your Courses"

Wednesday, November 19th, 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
"Paying with Your Student Account "

Thursday, December 4th, 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
"Searching for On-Campus Jobs "

Tuesday, December 9th, 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
"Ask Me Anything: Live Q&A"

Wednesday, December 17th, 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
"Preparing for Orientation"

Please Note: These are private events for incoming international students.  Links for the different events will be provided to students through the ISSS Student Portal and through e-mail.