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International Orientation

International Student Orientation (undergraduates only) for Fall Term 2009 begins on August 28, 2009. Classes begin on September 8, 2009.

Welcome

International Orientation will serve as an introduction to the University community, giving you a capsulated view of the variety of opportunities available to you. During orientation, you will complete all necessary procedures for class registration including placement testing, general information sessions, and academic advising. Orientation also gives you a chance to meet other new students, and talk to current International and American students.

If any of the following conditions apply to you, it is mandatory that you attend International Orientation.

  • You are a United States Citizen educated abroad
  • You live outside the United States
  • You are in the United States on a temporary or student visa.
  • You need to take the Academic English Evaluation Exam as a condition of your admission.

Program Dates

International Orientation will take place from Friday, August 28 to Tuesday, September 1, 2009.

Program Schedule

Information regarding International Orientation is communicated directly with the student. During the course of orientation students will complete placement tests, receive important information about health insurance and immigration, attend academic advising and register for classes.

Late Arrivals

Orientation is designed to make your transition process organized and helpful. Students who come late have more difficulties with advising and registration. If for some reason you do arrive late, please report to the Office of New Student Programs, 1100 LSA Building, as soon as possible and we will help you as best we can. The office is open from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

Program Fees

There is a $130.00 charge for the International Undergraduate Student Orientation program that will be included on your student account in September. Please do not send this fee in advance.  If you participate in the Early Arrival Move-In program, there will be an additional charge for housing which will also be charged to your account.

Student ID Cards

There will not be a scheduled time during the International Orientation program for students to get their MCard (University ID card). Students should go to the appropriate office before Orientation or during free time to get their ID. The Entreé Office located at 100 Student Activities Building (SAB) and on North Campus in the Pierpont Commons will issue these cards.

All students living in Bursley Hall, Baits Housing, or off-campus in the North Campus area should use the North Campus Commons Entreé Office. All other students should use the office in the SAB.

While there is no fee for the card, please note that you will have your picture taken at that time. Because ID cards allow you access to a number of facilities on campus, you will want to get your card soon after arriving on campus.

Academic English Evaluation

The Academic English Evaluation will be offered during International Orientation. 

Foreign Credit Evaluation

Credit Certificates listing courses and credits transferring from your previous institution will be prepared by the Office of Admissions after receipt of your final transcript. You will be mailed a copy of your Credit Certificate when it is completed. Your academic advisor will have a preliminary evaluation of your past coursework and will be able to help you select appropriate classes.

Accommodations

Housing Information
If you will be living on-campus in the fall, you may move into your assigned residence hall on Thursday, August 27 if you pre-register for the International Orientation program. You do not need to request early move-in to your residence hall. The Office of New Student programs will contact Housing to make these arrangements on your behalf. You must arrive before 8:00 pm or you will have to find alternate accommodations for the night. There will be an extra fee for six extra days of room and board (meals) not included in the standard residence hall contract.

The Early Arrival Program at Betsey Barbour does not take advance reservations. When you arrive in Ann Arbor, visit Barbour Hall or call the Barbour Front Desk (734)764-1162 to see if there are rooms available. Please note that the Barbour Front Desk is only open from 9:00 am until 9:00 pm Betsey Barbour House is located at 420 South State Street in Ann Arbor. Other accommodations are available, and you can check the Campus Information Center’s website for more information.

We are unable to provide housing for students during orientation, so if you are living off-campus you should make housing arrangements prior to your arrival on campus. You will be very busy throughout the program, so please check in to your assigned residence hall or off-campus housing as early as possible. University Housing will send general move-in information to students in August.

Please plan your transportation and arrival to Ann Arbor so that you will be moved in and rested by 8:00 am on Friday, August 28.

What to Bring to Orientation

Please bring a copy of any CB or AP exam results, and your most recent college transcript. You will receive a packet of campus-related information including a Time Schedule at Orientation. You will receive your college, school, or division bulletin at group advising.

Participants with Disabilities

ONSP will coordinate any arrangements you may need while on campus. Services include special testing and testing assistance. Mark the appropriate box when registering for orientation, and a member of our staff will contact you prior to your program to discuss your needs. You may also wish to contact the Office for Services for Students with Disabilities, G-664 Haven Hall, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1045; 734- 763-3000 (phone), 936-3947 (fax), or 615-6921 (TTY).

Registration

Students will receive information from our office about International Orientation in late May or early June once they pay their enrollment deposit. You can register for International Orientation online through Wolverine Access. If you are an exchange student with the College of Engineering, please email onsp@umich.edu about attending the program. If you are an exchange student with the Office of International Programs, you will receive communications directly from their office and will be able to register with us by FAX. If you are not planning to attend the University of Michigan, please notify the Office of Admissions of your decision.