Spring '25 Pre-Arrival Information & Orientation
The Spring '25 orientation schedule is posted below! We look forward to engaging with you virtually for multiple important information sessions as you begin to make your travel plans. After you arrive, we welcome you to join us in person for a Spring 2025 Welcome Party!
Register Here for Welcome Series Events
- Pre-Arrival, Check-In, and New Student Q&A
This session will primarily feature information about the OIE required Check-in process and important pre-arrival information for new students and scholars. ISSS staff will also answer some new student frequently asked questions.
Date: November 26, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM ET
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Pre-Arrival Webinar Survey, click here.
- Health, Safety, and Wellness
This session will feature presentations from GTPD, Stamps Health Services, and the Wellness Empowerment Center. Topics covered will include safety on-campus, scam awareness, and health and wellness resources.
Date: December 3, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM ET
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Health, Safety, and Wellness Webinar Survey, click here.
- How to Succeed as an F-1/J-1 Visa Holder
In this session, we will focus on the federal regulations for F-1 and J-1 visa holders and review how to maintain visa status while at Georgia Tech. We will also briefly review pre-arrival and check-in information. All new international students and scholars need to plan to attend this very important session.
Date: December 11, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM ET
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How to Succeed Webinar Survey, click here.
- GT Traditions and U.S. 101
This session is a "crash course" on the U.S. and Georgia Tech. Topics covered include academics at GT and tips for navigating life in Atlanta. The Student Alumni Association (SAA) will be in attendance to teach students about GA Tech’s history and traditions. The Center for Mental Health Care and Resources will also provide guidance related to culture shock and adjustment.
Date: December 18, 2024
Time: 9:00 AM ET
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GT Traditions and US 101 Survey, click here.
- Ask Me Anything Panel
Have questions unrelated to immigration? Need help navigating life at GT? Join us for a student panel where you can ask your peers all of your non-immigration questions about the international student experience. We look forward to this session every semester as we always get lots of fun and interesting questions! Topics covered previously include food, TV shows, research experiences, immunizations, taking the bus, emailing professors, U.S. Southern slang, and more!
Date: January 3, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM ET
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Ask Me Anything Panel Survey, click here.
- Get to Know Campus Scavenger Hunt
Date: January 7, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM ET
Location: Tech Green
Directions, click here.
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Exchange Student Information
In addition to the Welcome Series content above, the following Bilateral Exchange Student content serves our incoming non-degree exchange student population as there are requirements, reminders, and engagement specific to their short-term program.
- Exchange Pre-Arrival Webinar
This session will feature pre-arrival information specific to non-degree seeking bilateral exchange and TECHsplore students. ISSS staff will also answer some new student frequently asked questions.
Date: November 6
Time: 9:00 AM ET
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View the slides here.
Submit your feedback here.
- OIE Incoming Exchange Student FASET Session- Mandatory
The session takes place during the Exchange FASET Orientation offered by Georgia Tech's New Student and Transition Programs for non-degree seeking bilateral exchange and TECHsplore students. This is a mandatory event required for all undergraduate incoming exchange students. Those who are not able to attend FASET must consult with the Exchange Student team: incomingexchange@oie.gatech.edu.
Information covered includes check-in, registration, how to pay one's bill, resources, and upcoming events. This event is critical as it is where you will register for your courses.
Date: January 3, 2025
Time: All Day
Registration Required: Register for the event here: https://transitionprograms.gatech.edu/faset-exchange-students
- Exchange Welcome Reception
This event serves to welcome non-degree seeking bilateral exchange and TECHsplore students to Georgia Tech. Exchange students will have an opportunity to connect with returning exchange students and learn more about campus and community resources.
Date: TBD
Time: 11:00 AM ET
Location: TBD
Communications and Recordings
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- Pre-Arrival Communications
- Pre-Arrival E-mail #1
- Pre-Arrival E-mail #2
- Pre-Arrival E-mail #3
- Pre-Arrival E-mail #4
- Pre-Arrival E-mail #5
- Pre-Arrival E-mail #6
- Surveys
- Pre-Arrival Webinar Survey
- Safety Webinar with GTPD
- Health and Wellness Webinar
- How to Succeed Webinar Survey
- GT Traditions and US 101 Survey
- Ask Me Anything Panel Survey
- Recordings
- Pre-Arrival Webinar
- Exchange Webinar
- Safety Webinar with GTPD
- Health and Wellness Webinar
- GT Traditions and US 101 Webinar
- How to Succeed as an F-1/J-1 Visa Holder Webinar
- How to Succeed as an F-1/J-1 Visa Holder Make Up Webinar
- Ask Me Anything Panel Webinar
- Event Slides
- Pre-Arrival Webinar Slides
- Exchange Webinar Slides
- Safety Webinar Slides
- Health and Wellness Webinar Slides
- GT Traditions and US 101 Webinar Slides
- How to Succeed Webinar Slides
Previous Semester Resources
Though they are from previous semesters, there are still plenty of useful resources in these archives. Take a look!
- Fall '24
- Pre-Arrival Communications
- Session Slides & Recordings
- Spring '24
- Pre-Arrival Communications
- Session Slides & Recordings
- Fall '23
- Pre-Arrival Communications
- Session Slides & Recordings
- Exchange Student Information
- Exchange Pre-Arrival Webinar
- Spring '23
- Pre-Arrival Communications
- Session Slides & Recordings
- Event Surveys
- Fall '22
- Pre-Arrival
- GT Traditions and US-101
- How to Succeed as an F-1/J-1 Student
- Health, Safety, and Wellness
- Spring '22
Session Slides
OIE Spring 2022 Pre-Arrival Webinar Center for Assessment, Referral, and Education (CARE)
Session Recordings
- GT Counseling Center Health, Safety, and Wellness - Part 1
- Health, Safety, and Wellness - Part 2
- Health, Safety, and Wellness - Part 3
- Health, Safety, and Wellness - Part 4
- Georgia Tech Police Department Campus Safety & Awareness
- Health Initiatives
- Stamps Health Services
- Mental Health & Well-Being at Georgia Tech
- How to Succeed as an International Student
- GT 101
- GT Traditions
- Student Government Association
- Fall '21
Fall 2021 Ask Me Anything Panel
Fall 2021 GT Traditions and GT 101
Fall 2021 Health, Safety, and Wellness
Fall 2021 How to Succeed for F-1/J-1 Visa Holders
Fall 2021 Pre-Arrival, Check-In, and New Student Q&A
GT Health Initiatives Overview
Center For Assessment, Referral, and Education (CARE)
Fall 2021 Pre-Arrival Communication #1
Fall 2021 Pre-Arrival Communication #2
Fall 2021 Pre-Arrival Communication #3
Fall 2021 New Student Welcome E-mail
Fall 2021 Pre-Arrival Communication #4
Fall 2021 Update Regarding OIE Welcome Party & Other Resources
Quick Links
OIE ARRIVAL GUIDE & Check List
New Student Arrival Guide
The Office of International Education (OIE) serves as a resource and advocate for the large and diverse population of international students and scholars at Georgia Tech. As you prepare for your arrival, we encourage you to explore the comprehensive resources on this webpage. We look forward to welcoming you to campus and supporting you throughout your Jacket’s journey.
Useful Webpages for New & Continuing Students
Expand the accordions below for links to important resources you will need to ensure your success on campus.
- Georgia Tech Student Services
- Daily Digest (Events on Campus): https://daily.gatech.edu/
- Campus Jobs: https://studentcenter.gatech.edu/campus-jobs
- Buzz Card Office (Student ID): https://buzzcard.gatech.edu
- Parking and Transportation/GT Shuttles: http://pts.gatech.edu/
- GT Library: http://library.gatech.edu/
- Registrar’s Office: https://registrar.gatech.edu
- Registration Videos: https://registrar.gatech.edu/info/registration-videos
- Buzzport: https://buzzport.gatech.edu/
- Canvas: https://canvas.gatech.edu/
- Bursar’s Office (Tuition and Fee Payment): https://www.bursar.gatech.edu
- Housing: https://housing.gatech.edu
- Student Groups
- Student Engagement and Joining Student Organizations: https://studentengagement.gatech.edu/
- Georgia Tech International Ambassadors (GTIA) info:
- GTIA website: http://gtia.gtorg.gatech.edu/
- GTIA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gtiambassadors/
- GTIA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GTIAmbassadors/
- Student Alumni Association (SAA): www.gtsaa.com
- Student Government Association (SGA): https://sga.gatech.edu/
- AMIS (Off-Campus Group): https://www.amis-inc.org/
- Health Safety & Wellness
- Tech Moving Forward: https://health.gatech.edu/tech-moving-forward
- Georgia Tech Police Department (GTPD):
- 404-894-250
- http://www.police.gatech.edu/
- Counseling Center:
- 404-894-2575
- https://counseling.gatech.edu
- Health Initiatives - Weekly Virtual Workshops:
- Stamps Health Services: https://health.gatech.edu/
- Student Health Insurance: https://health.gatech.edu/finance/insurance