New International Student Orientation

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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, WELCOME TO YOUR SPRING 2025 INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORIENTATION PROGRAM (ISO)!

We are excited to welcome you to Rutgers University-Newark!

We can’t wait to welcome you this Spring! More info to come!

Key Contacts

Honors Living Learning Community (HLLC)226 & 227
48 New StreetNewarkNJ07102

OISS In-Person Walk-In Hours:

Please be sure to bring your Rutger ID to gain access to the HLLC

* No appointment necessary. *
Monday - Thursday: 10:00am – 3:00pm

Friday, Saturday, Sunday: CLOSED

Virtual one-on-one appointments available at  Rutgers Newark - OISS (office365.com)