Newly Admitted Students
Congratulations on your admission and welcome to UMBC! The ISSS Team is excited to welcome you to our community of inquiring minds. Here you will find resources for newly admitted students as well as an archive of all new student communications, webinars and webinar recordings.
Upcoming Admitted Student Webinars:
Join us at one of our monthly webinars to learn about UMBC and speak directly with a ISSS Advisor and current international students. A webinar link will be sent directly to your email prior to the event date.
- Tuesday, February 22nd – Preparing for Fall 2022
- March 28th – Understanding Housing in the US
- April 6th – Shady Grove Admitted International Student Session
- April 14th – Living Costs and Planning Expenses
- April 19th – International Student Visa Interview and US Entry Process
- June 27th – Predeparture Orientation 1
- July 18th – Predeparture Orientation 2 (This is a repeat of the June 27th session for students who couldn’t attend)
- August 24th, August 26th – International Student Orientation (mandatory)
Webinar and Information Session Presentations:
Start your journey on the right foot with must know information about international student life at UMBC!
July 18th – Predeparture Orientation 2
- Coming Soon!
June 27th – Predeparture Orientation 1
- Coming Soon!
April 19th – International Student Visa Interview and US Entry Process
- April 19 – Visa Interview and US Entry Process
- To download/view a recording of this session, log in to your myUMBC account click here: April 19th Information Session Recording
April 14th – Living Costs and Planning Expenses
- April 14th – Living Costs and Planning Expenses
- To download/view a recording of this session, log in to your myUMBC account click here: April 14th Information Session Recording
April 6th – Shady Grove Admitted International Student Session
- April 6th – Shady Grove Admitted International Student Session
- To download/view a recording of this session, log in to your myUMBC account click here: April 6th Information Session Recording
March 28th – Understanding Housing in the US
- March 28th – Understanding Housing in the US
- To download/view a recording of this session, log in to your myUMBC account click here: March 28 Information Session Recording
February 22nd – Preparing for Fall 2022 at UMBC
- February 22nd – Preparing for Fall 2022
- To download/view a recording of this session, log in to your myUMBC account click here: February 22nd Information Session Recording
Admitted Student Newsletter:
Missed our last email? You can find previous emails on requesting an I-20, campus resources and other international student specific information below.
International Student Arrival Guide:
Get ready for your journey to the United States and prepare for your first weeks at UMBC! This guide shares what you need to know about arriving and settling in on campus. From useful resources, campus contacts to packing lists and where to buy necessities once you’re in the US; this guide has everything you’ll need!
Click here to download the latest version of the International Student Arrival Guide
Current Students
Have you been studying at UMBC for one semester or more? Keep up with information sessions and communications from ISSS here. Don’t forget to maintain your F-1 status!
Spring 2022 Semester
International Student Career Conference: All Session Recordings
- Review of Visa Options from an Accomplished Immigration Attorney
- Job Search Tips from International Alumni Working in the U.S.
- Tips from Employers on How to Stand Out as a Candidate
- How to Negotiate Job Offers
Information Session Presentations:
Access all previous information sessions for current students below.
Fall 2021 Semester
September 3rd – Fall 2021 Continuing Student Town Hall
- Presentation Slides – September 3rd Continuing Student Town Hall
- To download/view a recording of this session, click here: September 3rd – Continuing Student Town Hall
Current Student Newsletter:
Missed our last newsletter or email from ISSS? You can find previous emails below.
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Questions? Email us at isss@umbc.edu