New Arrival Workshops
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Find workshops and webinars for new international students and scholars that are designed to help you orient yourself to life at UC San Diego.
New International Student Webinars
Fall 2024 Pre-Arrival Webinars
Upcoming Webinars:
- Exchange Students:
- Pre-Arrival Webinar for Exchange Students – May 30 at 8:30 AM PST
Previous Webinars:
- Graduate Students:
- Welcome to UC San Diego: First Steps (Graduate) – March 13
- Applying for your U.S. Visa (Graduate)– March 19
- Graduate Student Housing – March 21
- Student Health: Insurance & Immunization Requirements (Graduate) – March 26
- Graduate Student Funding – March 28
- Teaching Assistants & English Language Requirements (Graduate) - April 2
- Student Life/ Getting Involved (Graduate) - April 4
- Finances & Student Accounts Webinar (All) – May 2
- SEVIS Transfer Process (All) – May 3
- Campus Safety (All) – May 9
- Welcome to UC San Diego: First Steps (Graduate) – March 13
- Undergraduate Students:
- Welcome to UC San Diego: First Steps (Undergraduate) – April 16
- Applying for your U.S. Visa (Undergraduate) – April 18
- Undergraduate Housing – April 23
- Student Health: Insurance & Immunization Requirements (Undergraduate) – April 25
- Finances & Student Accounts Webinar (All) – May 2
- SEVIS Transfer Process (All) – May 3
- Student Life/Getting Involved (Undergraduate) - May 7
- Campus Safety (All) – May 9
Winter 2024 iOrientation Webinar Recordings
Fall 2023 iOrientation Webinar Recordings
Watch the iOrientation 2023 Webinar Recordings by clicking on the respective links below.
Meet ISEO & Top Tips
A warm welcome from the International Services and Engagement Office (ISEO)! Learn about who we are, how we support you during your time here at UC San Diego and join us for a panel to hear from other international students.
Know the Rules for F-1 Students
Understand the basic rules and regulations you need to follow to maintain your immigration status while studying at UC San Diego!
Know the Rules for J-1 Students
Understand the basic rules and regulations you need to follow to maintain your immigration status while studying at UC San Diego!
Working in the U.S. - F-1 Students
Getting a job or internship is an integral part of your student experience at UC San Diego, but it’s important to know the rules. This session will cover work authorization regulations for F-1 students.
Working in the U.S. - J-1 Students
Getting a job or internship is an integral part of your student experience at UC San Diego, but it’s important to know the rules. This session will cover work authorization regulations for J-1 students.
Globally Engaged Tritons CCR Orientation
The Globally Engaged Tritons (GET) Co-Curricular Record (CCR) program is a great way get involved, foster your professional development, and meet new people here at UC San Diego. Learn more about the program at our GET CCR Orientation!
Getting Set Up in the U.S. (Surf Check Live)
Getting set up in a new country can be difficult. Hear from current international students at UC San Diego who will share tips on how to set up a phone account, how to find transportation around San Diego, how to buy groceries, and more!
English Language Proficiency Requirements for International TA Candidates
Join the International Students & Programs Office (ISPO) and Division of Extended Studies International Programs as we go over the English language proficiency requirements for International TA candidates. Learn about the English Language Certification Exam as one way to show your English language proficiency. Both international students and department TA hiring representatives and/or faculty are welcome to attend and submit questions.
Protect Yourself: Campus Safety & Scams
It's always important to be aware of your surroundings no matter where you are and to be alert to online scams that target students!
How to Find Employment Opportunities (Career Center)
Join us for an informational session to learn about the available resources and valuable information to support you during your time at UC San Diego! This session will allow you to meet Career Center and International Students & Programs Office (ISPO) advisors, as well as cover topics such as introduction of Career Center and ISPO Advisors and Resources, Working in the U.S., and a Q&A Session.
Grad Student Academic Support
You have so many people here to support you as a UC San Diego graduate student! Learn about the different offices and resources that will be instrumental in your success.
Unlocking Research Opportunities at UC San Diego (Graduate)
Are you curious about research opportunities at UC San Diego? This session will offer insights into the varied research expectations and opportunities across departments, professional development resources, and provide a platform to hear from seasoned researchers and coordinators. Stay tuned for updates on our panelists!
Undergrad Academic Support
You have so many people here to support you as a UC San Diego student! Learn about the different offices and resources that will be instrumental in your success.
Money, Money, Money
This session covers topics like how to set up a U.S. bank account, how to pay tuition and fees, some basics about paying taxes, and more!
UC Student Health Insurance Plan (UCSHIP) Recap
This workshop will provide an overview of UC Student Health Insurance Plan (UC SHIP) and cover recent changes to UC SHIP.
How to Find Research Opportunities (Undergrad)
Come learn about research opportunities at UC San Diego!
Fall 2023 Pre-Arrival Webinars
- Welcome to UC San Diego: First Steps (Graduate) – March 7 at 8:30am PT
- Applying for your U.S. Visa (Graduate)– March 14 at 8:30am PT
- Student Health: Insurance & Immunization Requirements (Graduate) – March 21 at 8:30 am PT
- Graduate Student Housing – March 23 at 8:30am PT
- Graduate Student Funding – March 30 at 8:30am PT
- Welcome to UCSD: First Steps (Undergraduate) – April 4 at 8:30am PT
- Applying for your U.S. Visa (Undergraduate) – April 11 at 8:30am PT
- Student Health: Insurance & Immunization Requirements (Undergraduate) – April 18 at 8:30am PT
- Undergraduate Housing – April 20 at 8:30am PT
- Student Life/ Getting Involved (Graduate) - April 25 at 8:30am PT
- SEVIS Transfers Webinar (All) – May 2 at 8:30am PT
- Finances & Student Accounts Webinar (All) – May 9 at 8:30am PT
- Campus Safety (All) – May 11 at 8:30am PT
- Student Life/Getting Involved (Undergraduate) - May 16 at 8:30am PT
- Education Abroad Program Reciprocity (EAPR) and Global Exchange (GE) Program Webinar - May 18 at 8:30am PT
New International Scholar Webinars
Immigration 101
This workshop is for anyone interested in understanding the basics of the immigration work we do as the International Scholar Services team within the International Services and Engagement Office in UC San Diego.
As it is a subject that can be very complex, we will be presenting with a surface level approach, going over terms and frequently asked questions we encounter. Our aim is to provide explanations on important topics such as visas we work with and common terminology, among others. Please note: there will be no advising during this session.
DATE: Coming Soon in 2024