International Student Services


New Students
Pre-Arrival - When to Arrive

Before you make travel arrangements to come to the United States, make sure you understand when you must arrive in order to maintain your immigration status.

You must arrive in the United States no later than the official program start date indicated on your Form I-20 or DS-2019. You may enter the United States up to 30 days prior to your official report date. Please note, however, that you will need to make arrangements for housing if you arrive before International Move-in Day.

International Move-in Day for the Fall, 2013 term will be posted here soon. Please check back for details on the fall program for international students.

If you are beginning in another term, you should be on campus when your housing becomes available. (check with the Center for Residence Life for information). Please check the RIT calendar to determine your arrival date. You should not plan to arrive earlier than the indicated time frame.

The following resource provided by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security may be helpful to you: Study in the States Guide.