International Student Checklist

AFTER YOU HAVE BEEN ACCEPTED

Please make sure to check either the first-year or transfer checklist and complete the following:

I-20 and
Student Visa Application

Work with the Office of International Students & Scholars (OISS) to receive your I-20 and start the student visa application process as soon as possible. Email us if you have any questions at issoff@etal.uri.edu.

Official
Academic Documents

If you are an international student starting in September 2027 and submitted unofficial scans/copies of your academic documents for admission, you MUST submit official attested copies of these documents by August 1, 2027. Please forward an updated official transcript to our office when you have completed all current coursework. Failure to adhere to these requirements will result in the revocation of your admission and cancellation of your I-20.

Virtual
Pre-Arrival Sessions

Join our Virtual Pre-Arrival Series for New Undergraduate International Students. All events take place during Eastern Time (ET). This series will help you prepare for your arrival in the U.S., connect you with valuable resources to support your transition and adjustment to URI, and introduce you to your fellow peers. We can’t wait to meet you!

Session schedules will be available in spring 2027. Please visit the Office of International Students & Scholars (OISS) website for more information.

International
Welcome Week

Attend International Welcome Week Events: September 2027 
International Welcome Week and Orientation is for all incoming international and exchange students beginning their studies in the Fall 2027 semester. Our Orientation week is filled with engaging events designed to help you connect, learn, and thrive—from campus tours unveiling hidden gems, to interactive workshops and social gatherings! More information will be available in spring 2027.

Recommended Technology

Some academic colleges and majors recommend that students bring certain types of computers, software, and/or operating systems with them to college to support their studies. Learn more about whether your major requires specific technology and how you can come to campus prepared.

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Need Assistance? If you have any questions or face delays due to visa appointments, don’t hesitate to reach out. Our Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) is here to support you:
Email: issoff@etal.uri.edu
Phone: 401.874.2395
Address: International Center, 3rd Floor, 37 Lower College Road, Kingston, RI 02881