Coming to KU

Pre-Arrival Information

Thank you for coming to KU! We are happy that you have decided to join our diverse university community. Out of a total enrollment of almost 30,000 students, almost 2,100 come from abroad and represent more than 100 different nations from every region of the world.

Our office is here to help you make the most of your time at KU while advising you on issues related to your legal status. Here, there are many chances to meet and build friendships with US families and students and to experience cross-cultural exchanges through a variety of programs.

Please be sure to review our Pre-Arrival Information for helpful information on coming to KU, Orientation and much more.

Summer 2012 Pre-Arrival Information

Fall 2012 Pre-Arrival Information

**More detailed documents about the Fall 2012 new international student check-in processes, including the “YOU at KU” orientation information and pre-registration form, will be available by the end of May.  Please check back later for this important information.

If you are an F-1 or J-1 student currently attending another school within in the United States and wish to transfer, please read this additional information.

Arrival Dates for the Summer and Fall Semesters

You should plan to arrive on or before the report date listed on your I-20 or DS-2019. Arriving after this date does not guarantee that you will be able to complete the necessary steps to enroll in time before the first day of classes. A late enrollment fee of $150 will be applied beginning the first day of classes. You should plan to arrive by the following dates:

Summer 2012 Students:
Wednesday, May 30

Fall 2012 Students:
  1. Undergraduate first year freshmen, transfer, and Study Abroad students:
    Wednesday, August 8

  2. All other students (graduate, Applied English Center only, readmitted, and non-degree seeking students:
    Sunday, August 12
    *If you plan to attend “YOU at KU” orientation, plan to arrive early to participate on Wednesday, August 8


Before you Travel

Before you can enroll

Registering for Classes

What to do Next


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