International Student Orientation

International Student Orientation

Orientation Requirements by Educational Level

We are excited to welcome you to the University of Oregon. Whether you are attending as an incoming undergraduate, graduate or an exchange and visiting student, we can't wait to meet you! If you have not already, review the online (digital) orientation (login with your UO email Duck ID). The online orientation is intended to communicate important pre-arrival requirements, educate you on visa requirements, and introduce you to campus resources.

Access the Online Digital Orientation

Undergraduate Students
Orientation requirements for F-1 undergrad degree-seeking students.
See Requirements for F-1 Undergrad Students
Exchange & Visiting Students
Orientation requirements for J-1 exchange and visiting students.
See Requirements for J-1 Exchange and Visiting Students
Graduate Students
Orientation requirements for F-1 and J-1 graduate students.
See Requirements for F-1 and J-1 Graduate Students

On-Campus International Student Orientation

Degree-seeking International undergraduate students are REQUIRED to attend two (2) orientation programs: IntroDUCKtion and International Student Orientation. Graduate students and exchange students do not attend IntroDUCKtion.

Winter 2026

January 2, 2026: International Student Orientation

January 3, 2026: IntroDUCKtion

Spring 2026

March 26-27, 2026: International Student Orientation

March 28, 2026: IntroDUCKtion

Fall 2026

September 21-22, 2026: International Student Orientation

Winter ISO Schedule

Friday, January 2, 2026

Time and location

Activity

9:00 a.m. | Mills International Center, EMU

Student Check-In

9:30 a.m. | Mills International Center, EMU

Welcome & Visa Session

11:00 a.m. | Mills International Center, EMU

Ice Breakers with International Peer Mentors

12:00 p.m. | Mills International Center, EMU

Group Photo & Buffet Lunch

1:30 p.m. | Knight Library 

Library Presentation & Tour

3:00 p.m. | Mills International Center, EMU

University Health Services Session

3:30 p.m. | Mills International Center, EMU

UO Safety Session

4:00 p.m. | Mills International Center, EMU

Campus Tour (optional)

5:00 p.m. | Mills International Center, EMU

Wrap Up

 

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Download Orientation PowerPoint Slides

Did you miss a session or want to view the PowerPoint slides from a session? Click the link below to view and download the Orientation PowerPoint slides.

View and Download PowerPoint Slides

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