Before You Arrive
Welcome to Auburn University!
Soon you’ll be on the exciting Auburn University campus in Auburn, Alabama. Before you arrive, complete the steps below to avoid common issues or delays for international students.
Contact Your Advisor
We have a team of dedicated personal advisors whose job it is to make sure all your questions are answered and to ensure you have a smooth transition to the university.
Before you start on any of the steps below, contact your local personal advisor. Simply select your region of the world below, and send your advisor an email, Skype, WhatsApp, or WeChat message. We look forward to meeting you very soon!
China
North Asia
Middle East/North Africa
Russia/Central Asia/Eastern Europe
UK and Western Europe
North
America
Latin
America
Africa
South
Asia
Southeast
Asia
Your Pre-Arrival Checklist
After you receive the electronic copy of your I-20, complete the following steps before booking your visa appointment:
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- Schedule a free visa information and preparation session with your personal Enrollment Advisor.
- Check that the details on your I-20 are correct (including your date of birth) and make sure your name is the same as it appears on your passport.
- Prepare the documents you will need to take to the embassy when attending your visa interview.
After you complete the above steps, you should apply for your visa as soon as possible. It requires an interview with the U.S. Embassy and can sometimes take several weeks to schedule.
- Complete your Visa Application.
- Pay your I-901 (SEVIS) fee.
- Visit usembassy.gov to learn more about scheduling your visa appointment, what to expect when you arrive, and the documentation you need to take with you.
- Notify your personal Enrollment Advisor of the date and Embassy of your visa appointment.
- Watch these two videos to help you apply for your visa and prepare for your interview:
Other links that international students find useful:
When purchasing your travel ticket to your new city, plan to arrive on or before your scheduled move-in day.
We are so excited for you to join us on campus! To ensure a smooth transition to your new home, plan to arrive on or before your official move-in day. Airport pickup is available at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to campus
Once you book your flights, you must fill out the student arrival form. If your family is joining you, you must also complete the family arrival form.
Important Dates
For all application and payment deadlines as well as move-in and program start dates, please visit the Important Dates page.
Discounted Flights
Book your flights through StudentUniverse and benefit from exclusive discounts for students! Get the best deals when you need them and benefit from 24-hour risk-free cancellation.
StudentUniverse has exclusive deals to get you the lowest possible airfare. Use this page to search for the best deals: https://www.studentuniverse.com/travel-services/Shorelight/affiliate/flights
Book discounted flights here.
We are looking forward to meeting you in person!
Making your payment in full two weeks before you arrive will help avoid delays with enrollment.
- Flywire by Peer Transfer: Please visit Auburn’s flywire portal to complete the transfer process. Please note that you cannot use a U.S. credit card or U.S. bank account.
- Please be aware that if you do not pay your balance as indicated on your statement of fees by the payment deadline, the following may occur:
- Late payment fees may be charged.
- You may have your scholarship and/or waivers rescinded. In such cases, you will be responsible for the full cost of your program.
- You may encounter delays or other issues enrolling and registering for classes.
Please complete the following forms:
- Immunization Form: Complete this mandatory health and immunization form prior to your arrival, as required by law, and bring it with you to campus.
- FERPA Disclosure Form: Complete this form prior to your arrival.
Prepare for life in the US
You can set up a US bank account and sign up for a US phone plan before leaving your home country with our trusted provider, Ellis.
HELPFUL RESOURCES
Next Steps
Guide
This useful brochure is full of information on your I-20 paperwork required for your visa, what you should pack, and other tips to prepare you for your arrival to the Auburn University campus.
Immigration
Guide
This guide will help you learn more about the process for getting your F-1 visa and arriving in Auburn.
Pre-Arrival
Checklist
Check off everything on this list to ensure you have completed all the steps before you arrive and bring everything you need to the Auburn University campus.
Orientation
Schedule
Here’s an example of what your orientation schedule might look like. During orientation, you will receive a full campus tour, see the sights around Auburn, Alabama, and get to know your fellow international students!
Academic
Calendar
Plan ahead! This calendar tells you when class starts and ends, and when holidays and exams are happening.