The OISS (Office of International Student and Scholar Services) conducts comprehensive orientation programs for new international students in collaboration with Office of the Dean of Student Life and academic departments. During the mandatory orientation, you will receive information essential to transition to your new life at Rutgers and in the U.S. You will be informed of law and regulations to maintain F-1/J-1 legal status while studying in the U.S., become familiar with the University and its resources, meet with advisers to plan your curriculum, learn about University policies and procedures and register for courses; you will also have opportunity to make new friends with peer new students as well as continuing students and have a smooth start of your education at Rutgers University - Newark!
Spring 2025 New International Student Orientation
Congratulations and welcome to the Rutgers-Newark family!
Dear Student, On behalf of the OISS - International Student and Scholar Services Team, we are excited to welcome you to Rutgers University-Newark!
Welcome to International Student Orientation, Spring 2025 Semester
- **Pre-orientation Modules are Open. Please complete the Pre-orientation e-form on Rglobal, which, upon submission, will route you to modules on Homebase.
- Orientation is Mandatory and will be held in person on Friday, January 17, 2025, from 8:30 am-3 pm.
- Remember, if you have not done so yet, confirm your orientation attendance on this RSVP FORM.