Congratulations on your admission to Washington University in St. Louis!
Orientation programs at WashU provide information and experiences that will help to ease your transition, give you the opportunity to meet others in the WashU community, and make friends before classes have even started.
Orientation programs
All international undergraduate students are expected to arrive on campus early for International Undergraduate Orientation.
First-year international undergraduate students
If you are entering WashU as a first-year international student, you are required to attend First-year International Student Orientation.
International transfer and exchange undergraduate students
If you are entering WashU as an international exchange student or international transfer student, move-in and orientation sessions plus other assistance are provided for you.
You are also required to attend Transfer & Exchange Fall Orientation or Winter Welcome from Student Transitions & Engagement.
International Parent and Family Orientation
International parents and families are invited to participate in orientation programming as they arrive on campus with their students.
International graduate student orientation programs
Orientation programming for all new international graduate students who begin a university program at the beginning for fall, spring or summer semesters.
CampusSims
With campusSIMs, you can set up your Mint Mobile plan and be ready to call, text and get online the moment you land in the United States.
Bank of America
Join us as representatives from Bank of America will be on campus to connect with students and answer your questions about banking in the U.S. Whether you’re opening your first U.S. bank account, looking to build credit, or just want to understand how to manage your money as a student, this is a great opportunity to get personalized advice. Stop by their table on any of the scheduled days to learn more about their student-friendly services, credit card options, and how to avoid common banking fees. No appointment needed—just stop by and bring your documents!
Thursday, August 7, 2025 in Danforth University Center 276 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Thursday, August 14, 2025 in Danforth University Center 276 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Saturday, August 16, 2025 in Mallinckrodt 302 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Thursday, August 21, 2025 in Danforth University Center 239 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Thursday, August 28, 2025 in Danforth University Center 276 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Friday, August 29, 2025 in Shell Cafe at McDonnell Sciences from 4:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.