New International Student Orientation
NEW INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORIENTATION
FALL 2025
Mandatory In-Person Orientation Session
Newly admitted GW students in F-1 Student status and J-1 Student status are required to attend mandatory New International Student Orientations. At orientation, you will learn essential information related to maintaining your immigration status as well as benefits that are available to you as an international student at GW. Take this opportunity to learn important immigration regulations, meet your ISO advisor, and connect with fellow international students! Please register to attend your orientation session using the link below. Please select your visa type below to learn about your orientation requirements:
- Pre-Arrival Webinars with the ISCAs
Start the semester off right by getting to know the International Student Community Ambassadors (ISCAs)! All incoming international students are welcome to join their upcoming pre-arrival webinars where you will learn about the ISCAs' tips for success and how you can make the most of your time at GW.
Please note that all of the webinars are listed in EST (DC Time).
ISCA Pre-Arrival Webinar: Frequently Asked Questions | Monday, July 21th | 9:30AM EST | Zoom
Click Here to Register for the Frequently Asked Questions Webinar
ISCA Pre-Arrival Webinar: U.S. Culture & Adjustment | Wednesday, July 23rd | 9:30AM EST | Zoom
Click Here to Register for the U.S. Culture & Adjustment Webinar
ISCA Pre-Arrival Webinar: Community & Support | Monday, July 28th | 9:30AM EST | Zoom
Click Here to Register for the Community & Support Webinar
ISCA Pre-Arrival Webinar: Academics at GW | Wednesday, July 30th| 9:30AM EST | Zoom
- Orientation Week Events
All The ISO has a variety of orientation week events scheduled to help you get familiar with GW, explore D.C., and make friends along the way! Please note that spaces are limited for these events and registration is required.
GW Foggy Bottom Scavenger Hunt | Registration Information Coming Soon!
Kennedy Center Tour | Registration Information Coming Soon!
Natural History Museum Visit | Registration Information Coming Soon!
International Student First Day of Classes Celebration! | Registration Information Coming Soon!
ISO Mocktail Social | Registration Information Coming Soon!
Pre-Arrival Immigration Guide
Are you an F-1 or J-1 student? Click to learn about your first entry into the USA!
Before Your Arrival
Not sure if you're ready to study in the USA? Watch this video for more tips.