WHEN | All STudents | Graduate Employees | Families |
|---|---|---|---|
First Steps | ❑ Respond to Admissions offer ❑ Submit required documents ❑ Start the Visa process ❑ Claim Duck ID ❑ Memorize your UO ID number ❑ Enroll in Duo Mobile ❑ Set up your UO email ❑ Complete the New Graduate Student Survey ❑ Explore financing options ❑ Start housing search ❑ Explore temporary homestay program (optional) ❑ Review health requirements for enrollment ❑ Review health insurance options ❑ Request accommodations (optional) | ❑ Verify/accept your GE Appointment
| ❑ Plan child care ❑ Plan for your spouse/ partner (education, employment, etc.) |
Two-Months Out | ❑ Book your flights ❑ Submit travel plans through ISSS iConnect portal ❑ Secure housing -or- consider alternatives ❑ Submit proof of immunizations/vaccinations | -- | ❑ Enroll children ages 6-18 in school |
One-Month Out | ❑ Read and accept Billing Account Terms and Conditions ❑ Register for classes ❑ Contact your department advisor ❑ Complete online orientation ❑ Purchase rain-proof gear | ❑ Enroll in UO’s direct deposit | -- |
One-Week Out | ❑ Gather documentation for entry ❑ Prepare for Immigration Inspection ❑ Add emergency contacts to your Phone ❑ Plan for transportation from Airport ❑ Prepare for your first days in the U.S. ❑ Prepare to set up a U.S. bank account | ❑ Enroll in GTFF insurance upon arrival ❑ Complete Language Proficiency if you have not submitted TOEFL/IELTS scores during admission (for GEs with teaching appointments) ❑ Complete the mandatory GE Training upon arrival ❑ Attend optional Day of Teaching upon arrival ❑ Attend optional International Student Orientation upon arrival
| ❑ Bring passports for all children ❑ Bring proof of relationship (birth certificate for children) ❑ Pack extra essentials for children ❑ Use car safety seats upon arrival |