International Student Orientation

Students admitted to Bucknell University are invited to a three-day orientation program designed to welcome you to campus and to meet your specific needs as international students. This program will include students on U.S. visas, permanent residents, U.S. citizens abroad, and dual citizens. Each year about 70 students attend International Student Orientation.

2011-2012 Orientation Dates

For the academic year 2011-12 admitted students may arrive either on Sunday, August 14th or Monday, August 15th. International Student Orientation will formally begin on Monday, August 15th in the evening and conclude on Thursday, August 18th. New Student Orientation, which includes the entire Class of 2015, will begin on Friday, August 19th.

Benefits

International Student Orientation gives incoming international students an opportunity to settle in and explore the campus prior to New Student Orientation. It is mandatory for any student on a U.S. visa to attend. You will need to register for International Student Orientation.

You will have the opportunity to complete your immigration registration, open a bank account and receive your medical history clearance. In addition, you will have a chance to meet academic deans, faculty, the health insurance administrator, and the public safety director, among others. Here is the International Student Orientation booklet.

It is also a time to socialize with other new students, as the program includes events such as movies, games, shopping, bowling and skit night. The program begins with a breakfast reception with faculty, staff, and administration, and each year it is a tradition to spend the last night of the program on a river boat cruise.

The program is sponsored by International Student Services, with the financial support of New Student Orientation, and is run by enthusiastic upper-class students who welcome you to Bucknell and maintain their relationship with you throughout the first year. This exciting program is sure to serve as a firm basis for your future years as Bucknell.