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 Fall 2026 are Aug. 14-16. Residence halls will be open starting Friday, Aug. 14.
If you have any questions, please email the Center for International Services or call 315.443.2457.
Below you will find the schedule for Fall 2026 International Graduate Student Orientation. All events scheduled for Aug. 14-17 are optional to attend. All events scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 18, are required for incoming international graduate students to attend.
Friday, Aug. 14
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 3-5 p.m. | Center for International Services Open House and Guided Campus Tour | Center for International Services (310 Walnut Place) |
Saturday, Aug. 15
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Center for International Services Open House and Guided Campus Tour | Center for International Services (310 Walnut Place) |
| 1-3 p.m. | Shopping Trip to Walmart | College Place Bus Stop |
Sunday, Aug. 16
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 9-10 a.m. | Graduate Teaching Assistant (TA) Immigration and Welcome Session (event for Graduate TAs only) | TBD – Meet at Center for International Services (310 Walnut Place) |
| 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Center for International Services Open House | Center for International Services (310 Walnut Place) |
| 1-3 p.m. | Shopping Trip to Target | College Place Bus Stop |
| 4-7 p.m. | Picnic Social and Games | Center for International Services (310 Walnut Place) |
Monday, Aug. 17
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Intro to Barnes Center Recreation | Barnes Center at The Arch |
| 2:30-4:30 p.m. | Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt | Center for International Services (310 Walnut Place) |
Tuesday, Aug. 18
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 10-11 a.m. | Welcome Meeting and Center for International Services Overview | Gifford Auditorium, Huntington Beard Crouse Hall |
| 11 a.m.-noon | Graduate Immigration Essentials | Gifford Auditorium, Huntington Beard Crouse Hall |
| Noon-1 p.m. | Lunch and Grab-and-Go Resource Fair | Atrium, Huntington Beard Crouse Hall |
| 1-2:30 p.m. | Campus Resource Rotations: Department of Public Safety, Student Outreach and Support, and the Barnes Center | Gifford Auditorium, Huntington Beard Crouse Hall |
Below you will find the schedule for Fall 2026 International Undergraduate Student Orientation. Events scheduled for Aug. 14-16 and Aug. 18 are optional to attend. Welcome and immigration-related events scheduled for Monday, Aug. 17, and New Student Convocation on Thursday, Aug. 20, are required for incoming international undergraduate students to attend.
Friday, Aug. 14
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| All Day | Check-In: Residence halls open for international check-in. | Residence Halls |
| 3-5 p.m. | Center for International Services Open House and Guided Campus Tour | Center for International Services (310 Walnut Place) |
Saturday, Aug. 15
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| All Day | Check-In: Residence halls open for international check-in. | Residence Halls |
| 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Center for International Services Open House and Guided Campus Tour | Center for International Services (310 Walnut Place) |
| 1-3 p.m. | Shopping Trip to Walmart | College Place Bus Stop |
Sunday, Aug. 16
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| All Day | Check-In: Residence halls open for international check-in. | Residence Halls |
| 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Center for International Services Open House | Center for International Services (310 Walnut Place) |
| 1-3 p.m. | Shopping Trip to Target | College Place Bus Stop |
| 4-7 p.m. | Picnic Social and Games | Center for International Services (310 Walnut Place) |
Monday, Aug. 17
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 10-11 a.m. | Welcome Meeting and Center for International Services Overview | Gifford Auditorium, Huntington Beard Crouse Hall |
| 11 a.m.-noon | Undergraduate Immigration Essentials | Gifford Auditorium, Huntington Beard Crouse Hall |
| Noon-1 p.m. | Lunch and Grab-and-Go Resource Fair | Atrium, Huntington Beard Crouse Hall |
| 1-3:30 p.m. | Campus Resources: Department of Public Safety, Student Outreach and Support, Barnes Center at The Arch, Center for Student Excellence | Gifford Auditorium, Huntington Beard Crouse Hall |
Tuesday, Aug. 18
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Intro to Barnes Center Recreation | Barnes Center |
| 5-5:30 p.m. | Intro to Welcome Week | Gifford Auditorium, Huntington Beard Crouse Hall |
| 6-9:30 p.m. | Campus Ice Cream Social | The Quad |
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.
- 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. 14, 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.
Applications will open in April 2027. More information and additional details will be available soon.