International Student Orientation

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Spring 2025 Orientation: 

Please note, our plans for mandatory International Student Orientation may be subject to change as needed, based on unforeseen circumstances.

  • The MANDATORY Spring 2025 International Student Orientation will take place Thursday, January 9th.  All new international students are required to arrive to the Bowling Green State University campus no later than Wednesday, January 8th.
  • Orientation is mandatory for all students who have not previously attended BGSU.
  • The International Programs and Partnerships staff will continue to send you information about the spring semester, it is important that you continue to watch your BGSU email account for information.  
  • There is a $100 orientation fee for all students even if you fail to complete the mandatory orientation
Exchange and Guest J-1 International Students
Graduate F-1 International Students
Undergraduate F-1 International Students
Spring 2025 Orientation Schedule

Orientation Topics

Topics Covered During Orientation

  • Visa and immigration information
  • Navigating campus technology
  • Campus safety and resources
  • Getting involved at BGSU
  • Paying your bill

*Note:
International student orientation is mandatory. Therefore, all students will be charged the $100 orientation fee regardless of attendance to cover the costs of initial processing and registration of your immigration documents and compliance with Federal regulations.

Registering for Classes
  • Undergraduate students will be provided instructions for course registration upon arrival to campus.
  • Graduate Students register for classes with their respective graduate coordinator.
  • Guest and Exchange Students should be currently registered for classes. Please contact us international@bgsu.edu with any questions regarding your schedule.
What to Bring to Orientation
  • Passport
  • Visa
  • I-94 (may be printed from this website)
  • I-20 (may be stamped) or DS-2019 (may be stamped)
  • Insurance information, if you have any
  • Any transcripts, syllabi and course descriptions if you are transferring
  • Financial funds to assist with covering initial living expenses. More information can be found at Tuition, Fees and Living Costs
Paying Your Tuition and Fees

It is easy to pay your tuition and fees online, be prepared to pay your bill when you register for class. Please make sure that you have enough cash or money order to pay some initial expenses when you arrive to BGSU. Graduate students that receive stipends should expect to have at least some funds available upon your arrival for housing and utility deposits and basic expenses for living. You will not receive your first stipend payment until approximately the middle of the first month of the semester.

Check the BGSU Bursar website for information about how much you will pay for tuition and fees.

There are several options for paying your BGSU bill.

BG1 Card

Full information on BG1 Card

Banking Information

PNC Bank at BGSU

Updated: 10/11/2024 03:11PM