Welcome international students, global nomads, U.S. citizens from abroad, Lawrentians!
International Orientation and Arrival
International Summer Checklist
- Submit the International Connections form by June 15th so we can match you with an international upper class student. Matches will be released in early July.
- Complete a visa interview at your local embassy (if needed). Contact International Student Services (ISS) with any immigration questions.
- Book your plane ticket and submit your arrival information to ISS. Note: Residence halls will close for Winter Break on November 23, 2022. There is an additional fee of $25/night for late departures.
- Review the International Pre-departure Handbook. This handbook is updated every July for the new incoming class.
- Review health insurance requirements and information for international students. Health insurance waivers are due by August 1, 2022, otherwise all international students will be automatically signed up and charged for health insurance.
- Learn more about the optional Friendship Family Program and consider applying.
- Make a plan to waive the foreign language requirement (if applicable) by checking the Lawrence University Course Catalog policy.
- Review the transfer credit policies (if applicable) in the Lawrence University Course Catalog.
- Contact International Student Services (ISS) with any questions: internationalhouse@lawrence.edu.
- Connect with the International Student Services office and Lawrence International student organization on Facebook.
International Orientation Schedule
Please arrive on August 31 or September 1, 2022, so you can participate in International Orientation starting at 8 a.m. on Friday, September 2. This orientation is required for all F-1 and J-1 students. Dual citizens, permanent residents, and students with global backgrounds are also welcome and can sign up by contacting InternationalHouse@lawrence.edu!
Please check the Welcome Week page for the final schedules this summer.
International Orientation
Friday, September 2 - Monday, September 5
Welcome Week 2022
Refer to Welcome Week schedule for campus-wide activities starting on Tuesday, September 6, 2022.
General Reminders
- Check your Lawrence e-mail regularly.
- Prepare to register for classes (mid-June).
- Check the mail for your welcome packet (late July).
- Submit your health forms (by August 1).
International Connections Program
All first year students from abroad will be matched with an upper class student over the summer. This informal international connection will serve as a buddy and a resource to new students over the summer and as they adjust to campus. Complete this short survey by mid-June so we can make the best match possible! Matches will be released via e-mail in early July.