Pre-Arrival Information

New international students admitted for the Fall 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:

Wednesday, May 27th, 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
"Gettings Started - Arrival, Immigration, and Orientation"

Thursday, June 11th, 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
"Academics and Course Registration"

Tuesday, June 23rd, 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
"Housing and Living in Normal"

Wednesday, July 8th, 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
"Paying for School and Employment On Campus"

Thursday, July 23rd, 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
"Health and Immunizations"

Tuesday, August 4th, 8:00am - 9:00am CDT
"Traveling to ISU, getting started in the U.S., Visa Applications, and International Admissions "

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