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Welcome New International Students!

For more information on Spring 2023 arrival, see our Welcome Week page.

The Office of International Students and Scholars supports international students, scholars, and family members in immigration regulations, practical matters, cultural adjustment, and making connections in the campus community.

Coming to URI

The information below will help you get started on your transition to life at URI. You’ll receive additional support during Welcome Week–a special orientation event for all international students held before the start of each semester.

Obtain your visa

An overview of the visa process: documents, forms to complete, and how to find help

Learn More

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Planning your arrival

Find the information about Welcome Week, housing, healthcare, class registration and travel.

Get Prepared

Students from behind on a campus footpath

Maintain your visa status

Everything you need to keep your immigration documents current while studying at URI

Stay Current

Housing

Health Information

Life at URI

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Employment

Understand the employment opportunities available to you according to your visa status.

Working Here

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Social Security and Driver’s License

Apply for a Social Security number and get a Rhode Island driver’s license.

What you‘ll need

English Language Support

We offer undergraduate and graduate English academic classes and free English classes.

Master the Language

Request a Letter

You will need a letter confirming your enrollment and visa status for getting a social security card, driver‘s license, and more.

Request an Address Change

All international students and scholars must notify our office of a change in their address.

Get the most from your time here

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Global Gatherings

Global Gatherings bring the URI community together to learn and share across cultures.

Mark Your Calendar

An after class discussion among peers from different countries

Peer Ambassador Program

URI students who can help you learn more about URI experience and meet new people.

Make friends

A social gathering at the Multicultural Center

Get involved

Join a student club, attend an event, or volunteer for a great campus organization.

Join in

URI in the World

International Students