First-year International Students

Orientation

All international students that will be attending WashU on a F-1 or J-1 visa are required to attend first-year international orientation. Students who have U.S. citizenship but have lived abroad are able to attend but it is not mandatory.

Please note that the orientation information on this page is subject to change as details become available. Please check this page often for updates and reach out to OISE for more information.

Move-in

Airport shuttles will be available.

Anyone who will not be able to arrive within the move in time is encouraged to seek alternate accommodations for the night and check in the next day for Orientation programs with the Office for International Student Engagement.

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. Appointments are not necessary, bring your I-20 or DS-2019 and I-94 to open a bank account.

Bank of America will be on campus the following dates, times and locations.

Thursday, July 30, 2026 from 10 am – 2 pm in Danforth University Center (DUC) 240.

Thursday, August 6, 2026 from 10 am – 2 pm in Goldberg Formal Lounge in the Danforth University Center.

Thursday, August 20, 2026 from 10 am – 2 pm in Goldberg Formal Lounge in the Danforth University Center.

Thursday, August 27, 2026 from 10 am – 2 pm in Goldberg Formal Lounge in the Danforth University Center.