Pre-Arrival Zoom Information Sessions 

The Office of International Students & Scholars (OISS) is excited to welcome you to the URI community. We’re here to help you get ready for your journey as a new international student. Our Pre-Arrival Zoom Info Sessions will guide you through the visa process and introduce you to programs designed to support your cultural, social, and academic experience. We can’t wait to meet you soon!


Flinders International Exchange Students:

Thursday, October 29, 2026, 5:30 pm-6:30 pm (Eastern Time)-Preparing for URI: Register

Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 5:30 pm-6:30 pm (Eastern Time)-Life in RI: Register

International Exchange Non-Degree Students: 

Friday, October 30, 2026, 9 am-10 am pm (Eastern Time)- Preparing for URI: Register 

Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 9 am-10 am pm (Eastern Time)-Life in RI: Register


International Degree-seeking Undergraduate Students: 

Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 9 am-10 am (EST) -Undergraduate & Family Info. Session: Register 


International Graduate Students: 

Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 9 am-10:30 am (EST)- Session 1: Visas, Travel, and Arrival: Register

Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 9 am-10:30 am (EST)- Session 2: Life in Rhode Island/ Information for Graduate Assistants: Register

We’re here to help

Office of International Students and Scholars
Office Hours:

Monday – Friday
8:30am – 4:30pm Eastern Time

International Center, 3rd FL
37 Lower College Road
Kingston, RI, 02881
Phone: 401.874.2395
issoff@etal.uri.edu

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