New International Student Orientation

New international first-year, transfer, and graduate students are required to attend International Orientation.

During orientation, you will learn how to:

  • Maintain valid immigration status while studying in the U.S.
  • Adapt to American culture and university expectations.
  • Access campus services and resources
  • Get involved on campus with student organizations such as the International Student Association.


Date: Wednesday January 15th 2025  |  Time: 9:00am

Location: On Campus - Hall of Science

Register for Orientation Here (must be logged into your SSO to access)

New graduate international students are required to attend in person. No online option will be offered. 

Lunch will be served after orientation

Welcome Event: CSULB Scavenger Hunt

Participate in a fun Scavenger Hunt to learn about CSULB student services and resources, meet and interact with other international students. Lunch will be provided. Participation highly encouraged.

International Student Safety and Title IX Workshop

All new international students are required to attend:

 

Date: Wednesday January 15th 2025 |  Time: 9:00am

Location: On Campus - Hall of Science

Register for Orientation Here (must be logged into your SSO to access)

New freshmen international students are required to attend in person. No online option will be offered. 

Welcome Event: CSULB Scavenger Hunt

Participate in a fun Scavenger Hunt to learn about CSULB student services and resources, meet and interact with other international students. Lunch will be provided. Participation highly encouraged.

International Student Safety and Title IX Workshop

All new international students are required to attend:

Date: January 8th 2025  |  Time: 9:00am

Location: Over Zoom

Register for Orientation Here (must be logged into your SSO to access)

New international transfer students are required to attend. 

Welcome Event: CSULB Scavenger Hunt

Participate in a fun Scavenger Hunt to learn about CSULB student services and resources, meet and interact with other international students. Lunch will be provided. Participation highly encouraged.

International Student Safety and Title IX Workshop

All new international students are required to attend:

Banking in the US Workshop

This workshop will feature a special presentation by Bank Of America. The session aims to improve the knowledge of the Banking system to International Students and tips to help them develop better money habits. 

  • Wednesday, January 15th 2025 | 1:00pm-2:00pm
  • Location: On Campus (TBD)

 

On-Campus Work Information Session - Zoom

A highly demanded information session to learn all about the on campus job opportunities we have at CSULB. Whether you plan on trying to get an on campus job right away, or in the future, don't miss this webinar!

  • Wednesday, January 15th 2025 | 1:30pm-2:30pm
  • Location: Online- Over Zoom

 

CPT Workshop & COE Student CPT Information- In Person

Join our advisors to learn all about CPT, including the requirements and application process. This workshop is specifically designed for transfer and graduate students.

  • Thursday, January 16th 2025 | 2:00pm-3:00pm
  • Location: Online- Over Zoom

 

International Student Safety and Title IX Workshop- Required For ALL NEW International Students