Office of International Services
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New Graduate Student Arrival & Orientation Information
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New Undergraduate Student Arrival & Orientation Information
Graduate Orientation: August 13-16th, 2008
Congratulations on being accepted to the University of Pittsburgh!
The Office of International Services is part of the Division of Student Affairs at the University of Pittsburgh. To learn more about the services that the Division of Student Affairs offers to you, please watch this video.
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Register for Orientation
OIS Orientation provides an opportunity for new international students to receive important information and meet new people as a way to help you make the transition into life in the U.S. and at the University of Pittsburgh.
The orientation program is a great way to start your journey!
It will help you meet people and establish yourself socially, and it will also provide critical information that will play a big role in ensuring you start off on the right track for successful academic career at Pitt.
Please come and meet other new and continuing international students, learn about how to manage life practicalities in the U.S. and at the University of Pittsburgh, learn about immigration information, health and safety information at Pitt, and much more…and all while engaging in fun, exciting, and (in most cases) free social and cultural activities! You will have many opportunities to take advantage of free and low-cost OIS-sponsored orientation social events and activities!
Please click here to register for OIS' Graduate International Orientation.
Check-In Sessions (REQUIRED)
All incoming international students are required to check-in with the Office of International Services. You must check-in before you register for classes or get your Pitt ID.
All check-in sesssions run from 1:00 pm-3:00 pm
You must be pre-registered for a check-in session.
Anyone arriving after 1:15 pm will not be able to check-in during that session.
Registration is Required!
Please register for one of the following check-in sessions:
Friday, July 25, 2008 |
Friday, August 1, 2008 |
Monday, August 4, 2008 |
Wednesday, August 6, 2008 |
Thursday, August 7, 2008 |
Friday, August 8, 2008 |
Monday, August 11, 2008 |
Tuesday, August 12, 2008 |
Wednesday, August 13, 2008 |
Monday, August 18, 2008 |
Tuesday, August 19, 2008 |
Friday, August 22, 2008 |
Monday, August 25, 2008 |
Prior to check-in, visit the OIS forms website and fill out the check-in forms. You must bring these completed forms, along with your passport with the visa stamp, your stamped I-20/DS-2019, and your I-94 card, with you to your check-in session. If you are also checking-in any dependants, you must also bring their documents to the check-in session.
International Student Orientation Schedule
Tentative Orientation Schedule/Outline.
Wednesday, August 13
| 8:30 am-9:00 am | Breakfast/Registration |
| 9:00 am-12:00 pm | Presentations/Information |
| 12:00 pm | Free Time the Remainder of the Day |
| 8:00 pm-10:00 pm | Cinema in the park, free movie |
Thursday, August 14
| 8:30 am-9:00 am | Breakfast/Registration |
| 9:00 am-12:00 pm | Presentations/Information |
| 12:00 pm | Free Time the Remainder of the Day |
| 3:00 pm-7:00 pm | Shopping trip to Target |
Friday, August 15
| 8:30 am-3:00 pm | Free Time |
| 3:00 pm-7:00 pm | OIS Social Picnic |
Saturday, August 16
| Free Time |
Sunday, August 17
| 1:00 pm-4:00 pm | Celebrate the Olympics Event | Hosted by the Office of Cross-Cultural and Leadership Development |
| 8:00 pm-10:00 pm | Cinema in the park. | Free movie outside in the park. |
Wednesday, August 20
| 8:00 pm-10:00 pm | Cinema in the park | Free movie outside in the park. |
| 9:30 pm-11:30 pm | Ice Cream Social | Free ice cream event. |
Saturday, August 23
| 9:00 am-12:00 pm | Shopping in the Strip District |
Note: Times and activites can change between now and August, keep checking back for the most current schedule.
Airport Pick Up
OIS is offering graduate students the service of picking you up at Pittsburgh International Airport. To take advantage of this service, please arrange for your flight to arrive in Pittsburgh on one of the following days. You are only allowed to register for ONE date. Please click on the appropriate date below to register for this service. You will receive detailed information about the pick-up times and the meeting place after you register.
Airport Pick Up Dates are:
| Wednesday, July 30 | Thursday, July 31 |
| Tuesday, August 5 | Wednesday, August 6 |
| Thursday, August 7 | Monday, August 11 |
| Tuesday, August 12 | Thursday, August 14 |
Airport registration is cut off 72 hours in advace of the pick-up date. You must register for your pick-up date at least three days prior.
If you are unable to arrive on an airport pick-up date, the Pittsburgh Port Authority bus, 28X runs from the airport into Oakland.
Undergraduate Orientation: August 15th-24th, 2008
Congratulations on being accepted to the University of Pittsburgh!!
The Office of International Services is part of the Division of Student Affairs at the University of Pittsburgh. To learn more about the services that the Division of Student Affairs offers to you, please watch this video.
Undergraduate International Orientation
The Office of International Service's Undergraduate Orientation will take place from
August 15-17, 2008.
OIS Orientation provides an opportunity for new international students to receive important information and meet new people as a way to help you make the transition to life in the U.S. and at the University of Pittsburgh. The Orientation program is a great start to your journey! It will help you meet people and establish yourself socially, and it will also provide critical information that will play a big role in ensuring you start off on the right track for a successful academic career at Pitt. The program is managed by the OIS Social & Cultural Programming unit.
Please come and meet other new and continuing international students, learn about how to manage life practicalities in the U.S. and at the University of Pittsburgh, learn about immigration information, health and safety information at Pitt, and much more…and all while engaging in fun, exciting, and (in most cases) free social and cultural activities! You will have many opportunities to take advantage of free and low-cost OIS-sponsored orientation social events and activities! Please click here to register for OIS' International Undergraduate Orientation.
After OIS’ Orientation, new first-time freshmen are required to attend a PittStart session. At your PittStart session, you will begin the transition to your academic career, plus have the chance to learn a bit more about the university, the campus and all that we have to offer.
During the PittStart session, you will complete placement exams, meet your academic advisor and register for your fall classes. PittStart is not all work though! We will keep you busy with plenty of fun social and informational events. Tentative PittStart dates for new international students are August 18-19, 2008. Please click here to register for your PittStart session.
In addition to attending the Office of International Service's Orientation on August 15, 2008, and a PittStart session, plan on attending the University of Pittsburgh's Main Orientation program the following week starting on August 20, 2008. Please click here to register for the University's Main Orientation.
Orientation Schedule
Tentative Orientation Schedule/Outline
Friday, August 15
International Undergraduate Student Orientation.
| 7:30-8:00 am | Registration and Breakfast will be provided |
| 8:00 am-11:30 am | Prestentatiosns/Information |
| 11:30 am-1:00 pm | Lunch will be provided |
| 1:00 pm-3:30 pm | English Language Test |
| 3:30 pm-7:00 pm | OIS Picnic |
Saturday, August 16
International Undergraduate Student Orientation.
| 8:00 am-8:30 am | Breakfast will be provided |
| 8:30 am am-12:00 pm | Presentations/Information |
| 12:00 pm-1:30 pm | Lunch will be provided |
| 1:30 pm-4:30 pm | Shopping trip to Target |
| 1:00 pm-4:00 pm | Free Time |
| 7:00 pm-10:00 pm | Bowling Social Event |
Sunday, August 17
| 10:00 am | Just Ducky Tour | Social Event |
| 1:00 pm-4:00 pm | Celebrate the Olympics Event | Hosted by the Office of Cross-Cultural and Leadership Development |
| 8:00 pm-10:00 pm | Cinema in the park. | Free movie outside in the park. |
Monday, August 18 and Tuesday August 19
| PittStart Session | Required for first time freshmen. | Click here for more information. |
Wednesday, August 20-Sunday, August 24
| University of Pittsburgh, Main Student Orientation | Click here for more information. |
Note: Times and activites can change between now and August, keep checking back for the most current schedule.
PITT Start Session (Required for all first time freshmen)
At your PittStart session, you will begin the transition to your academic career, plus have the chance to learn a bit more about the university, the campus and all that we have to offer. If you plan on attending any of the PittStart Sessions before August 18 & 19, be sure to contact OIS ahead of time so your record can be updated to allow for registration.
During the PittStart session, you will complete placement exams, meet your academic advisor and register for your fall classes. PittStart is not all work though! We will keep you busy with plenty of fun social and informational events.
If you need to contact your academic department, the contact information is as follows:
School of Arts and Sciences - Advising Center at (412) 412-624-6480
International students, coming to the United States from abroad, must register for the PittStart session on August 18-19.
Please register for your PittStart Session here.
Airport Pick Up Service
OIS is offering undergraduate students the service of picking you up at Pittsburgh International Airport. To take advantage of this service, please arrange for your flight to arrive in Pittsburgh on one of the following days. You are only allowed to register for ONE date. Please click on the appropriate date below to register for this service. You will receive detailed information about the pick-up times and the meeting place after you register.
Special Note for First Time Freshmen:
- The earliest you will be able to move into your assigned residence hall will be Thursday, August 14th. Please try to arrange for your flight to arrive on Thursday, August 14th and register for the airport pick up service that day.
- If you are not able to arrive on August 14th, you can register for any of the other airport pick up dates.
- If you arrive prior to August 14th, you are responsible for reserving temporary accomodations at an area hotel.
Airport Pick Up Dates are:
| Wednesday, July 30 | Thursday, July 31 |
| Tuesday, August 5 | Wednesday, August 6 |
| Thursday, August 7 | Monday, August 11 |
| Tuesday, August 12 | Thursday, August 14 |
Airport registration is cut off 72 hours in advace of the pick-up date. You must register for your pick-up date at least three days prior.
If you are unable to arrive on an airport pick-up date, the Pittsburgh Port Authority bus, 28X runs from the airport into Oakland.
University of Pittsburgh, Freshmen Orientation
In addition to attending the Office of International Service's Orientation on August 15th, plan on attending the University of Pittsburgh's Main Orientation program the following week starting on August 20th, 2008.
The mission of New Student Orientation 2008 is to assist new students in making a successful personal and academic transition to the University of Pittsburgh. The goals for New Student Orientation 2008 include:
- Providing students and families with resources and information critical to a student's transition to the University
- Providing students opportunities to connect with other students
- Assisting students and families in exploring opportunities available at the University and the city of Pittsburgh
- Educating students about the mission of the University and their responsibilities within this educational setting
Register for orientation and get more information here.