ISO Orientation: F-1 Students

Fall 2024

Mandatory In-Person Orientation

Newly admitted F-1 students are required to attend our mandatory in-person New International Student Orientation. At orientation, you will learn essential information related to maintaining your immigration status as well as the 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! Lunch will be provided. Please register to attend your orientation session using the links below, according to your level of study.

F-1 Graduate Student Orientation

ISO New International Graduate Student Orientation: Wednesday, August 14 | 10AM - 12PM | Lisner Auditorium

Please note that the ISO New International Student Orientations are in addition to any school or program-specific orientation offered by your respective academic schools. Be sure that you understand which days/times you'll be expected to attend different orientation sessions.

Register for F-1 Graduate Student Orientation

F-1 Undergraduate Student Orientation

ISO New International Undergraduate Student Orientation: Monday, August 19 | 10AM - 12PM | GW Betts Theatre

Please note that the ISO New International Student Orientation is included in your multi-day New Student Orientation programming offered by GW's Division for Student Affairs. The only extra step to take is to register separately for the ISO orientation using the button below. Otherwise, you should follow the schedule and instructions sent to you by the New Student Orientation team. 

Register for F-1 Undergraduate Student Orientation