The Center for International Services hosts International Student Orientation for incoming matriculated undergraduate, graduate and law international students.
International undergraduate students’ move-in dates for Spring 2026 begin Thursday, Jan. 8. Residence halls will be open starting Jan. 8.
If you have any questions, please email the Center for International Services or call 315.443.2457.
Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 9:30-10:30 a.m. | Syracuse Welcome | 102 Hall of Languages |
| 11-11:30 a.m. | Public and Personal Safety Overview | 102 Hall of Languages |
| 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Immigration Overview | 102 Hall of Languages |
Friday, Jan. 9, 2026
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 10-11:10 a.m. | Graduate Student Welcome From the Graduate School | TBD |
Friday, Jan. 9, 2026
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| All Day | Dorm Check-In: Residence halls open for international check-in. | Residence Halls |
| 9:30-10:15 a.m. | Syracuse Welcome | Center for International Services (310 Walnut Place) |
| 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Immigration Overview | Center for International Services |
| 11:30 a.m.-noon | Public Safety Overview | Center for International Services |
| Noon-12:45 p.m. | Lunch | Center for International Services |
| 1-2 p.m. | Guided Campus Tour | Information Desk, Schine Student Center |
| 2-3:30 p.m. | Spring New Student Orientation Check-In | Panasci Lounge, Schine Student Center |
| 2-3:30 p.m. | Resource Fair | Goldstein Auditorium, Schine Student Center |
| 3:45-4 p.m. | Spring New Student Orientation Welcome | Goldstein Auditorium, Schine Student Center |
| 4-5 p.m. | Campus Safety and Community Session | Goldstein Auditorium, Schine Student Center |
| 5:15-6 p.m. | Small Group 1 | Various Locations |
| 6-6:45 p.m. | Small Group Dinner | Ernie Davis Dining Center |
| 7-8 p.m. | Residential Living | The Underground, Schine Student Center |
Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 10-11 a.m. | New Student Convocation | K.G. Tan Auditorium, National Veterans Resource Center |
| 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | New Student Brunch and Center for Student Excellence Panel | Goldstein Auditorium, Schine Student Center |
| 12:45-2 p.m. | School and College Sessions | Various Locations |
| 2:20-3:45 p.m. | Small Group 2 | Various Locations |
| 4 p.m. | Transportation Arrival | College Place Bus Stop |
| 4:30-8 p.m. | Dave & Buster’s Social | Destiny USA |
| 8:30 p.m. | Return to Campus | College Place Bus Stop |
International Orientation Ambassadors
The 2026 International Orientation Ambassador team consists of student leaders who support new international students during International Student Orientation and signature events, and promote a campus welcoming to all.
For questions or accommodations, please email Jamie Kasza, coordinator for international engagement.
- Full-time undergraduate student.
- 2.5 cumulative grade point average (GPA) or higher.
- If GPA is currently below 2.5 at the time of applying but is 2.3 or above, candidates may proceed through the process. If successful through the interview process, offer would be conditional pending Spring 2026 final grades.
- Remain in “Good Standing” with Community Standards.
- Available to attend all trainings and important dates. (Exceptions include studying abroad in the spring and conflicting classes.)
- August training is non-negotiable; plan internships and abroad opportunities accordingly.
- Have no work or co-curricular conflicts during required dates.
- Share your own transition stories with incoming international students while mentoring a cohort of incoming international students.
- Participate in International Student Orientation, facilitate icebreakers, lead campus tours, share campus resources and ensure incoming international students are prepared for their unique transition to Syracuse University.
- Attend all orientation events and provide event support.
- Serve as a role model and positive reflection of the Syracuse University community.
- Aug. 9, 2026: International Orientation Ambassador Move-In
- Aug. 10-13, 2026: August Training
- Aug. 14-18, 2026: International Student Orientation
- Up to 45 volunteer hours.
- Syracuse University uniform and gear.
- Meals and/or meal swipes provided during training and program.
- Sponsored early arrival to campus (if living in University-owned residence halls or South Campus apartments).
- Ongoing involvement opportunities throughout the academic year.
- Deadline to Apply: Noon on Wednesday, April 15, 2026
- Interviews: April 20-22, 2026
- Offers Made: April 24, 2026
- Required Meeting: 6 p.m. on Monday, April 27, 2026