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International Orientation - Program Dates & Information

We are looking forward to your arrival at RIT!

All new international students are required to participate in International Student Orientation. Please complete the International Orientation Registration Form

The International Student Services staff is looking forward to introducing you to our campus and community. Important topics of special interest to international students will be covered including:

  • Employment in the U.S. (On and Off campus)
  • Immigration Information on Maintaining Legal Status While in the U.S.
  • Health Care and Health Insurance
  • U.S. Tax Obligations
  • Safety Concerns
  • U.S. Social Security Numbers

Please make sure you have made housing arrangements with Housing Operations:
Tel. (585) 475-2572.

Orientation dates for the remainder of the 2007 - 2008 academic year:

  • Spring Quarter (2007-3) - ISS Orientation: Wednesday March 12, 2008
  • Summer Quarter (2007-4) - ISS Orientation: Wednesday June 4, 2008

Orientation dates for 2008 - 2009 academic year:

  • Fall Quarter (2008-1) - International Student Check-In Day: August 22, 2008
    • ISS Orientation - August 23 - 24, 2008
  • Winter Quarter (2008-2) - ISS Orientation: Wednesday, December 3, 2008
  • Spring Quarter (2008-3) - ISS Orientation: Wednesday, March 3, 2009
  • Summer Quarter (2008-4) - ISS Orientation: Wednesday, June 3, 2009.
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