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 ISSS webinars to learn about UMBC and speak directly with advisors and current international students. Links below to join!
January 25th: Spring 2023 International Student Orientation: Part 1 (Mandatory)
– Time: 9:00am ET – Link to join: Click here
January 27th: Spring 2023 International Student Orientation: Part 2 (Mandatory)
– Time: 9:00am ET – Link to join: Click here
Past Webinar and Information Session Presentations:
Missed a session or want to review the information? Download slides and recordings below:
Spring 2023 Pre-Departure Orientation:
- View slides here (Dec 12)
- To watch the recording, log in to your myUMBC account and click here: Watch recording
December 12th: Finding a Graduate Assistantship: Admitted International Students
- View slides here (Dec 12)
- To watch the recording, log in to your myUMBC account and click here: Watch recording (Dec 12)
December 5th: Info Session: Budgeting, Cost of Living, Transit and Student Resources
- View slides here (Dec 5)
- To watch the recording, log in to your myUMBC account and click here: Watch recording (Dec 5)
November 10 – Parent and Family Info Session
- View slides here (Nov 10)
- To watch the recording, log in to your myUMBC account and click here: Watch recording (Nov 10)
November 2 – Admitted Student Info Session: Visa Interview Preparation
- View slides here (Nov 2)
- To watch the recording, log in to your myUMBC account and click here: Watch recording (Nov 2)
October 26th International Graduate Student Info Session (Admission, Registration and Info for International Students)
- View slides here (Oct 26)
- To watch the recording, log in to your myUMBC account and click here: Watch recording (Oct 26)
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.
- Imagine Yourself At UMBC!
- Exploring Campus and Finding Your UMBC Community
- Spring 2023 is almost here!
International Student Arrival Guide:
Get ready for your journey to the US 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!
Presentations:
Access all previous information sessions for current students below.
Fall 2022 Semester
September 2nd – Fall 2022 Continuing Student Town Hall
- Presentation Slides – September 2nd Continuing Student Town Hall
- To access the recording, you must be logged in to your myUMBC account. Log in to your myUMBC account, then click here: September 2nd – Continuing Student Town Hall
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
Current Student Newsletter:
Missed our last newsletter or email from ISSS? You can find previous emails below.
Become a part of our global community!
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