Welcome, New Students!

International Student Orientation is designed to make your transition to college life as smooth as possible. We are excited to welcome you and help you get settled here at the college and in the U.S.!

International Student Orientation Fall 2026

International Student Orientation (ISO) is mandatory for all international students. It is optional but highly recommended for global nomads/third culture kids. If you are a global nomad and are uncertain about attending, you are encouraged to email international@wooster.edu to learn more.

International Student Orientation is led by International Student Services staff and International Student Orientation Leaders. Click here to learn more about this year’s leaders!

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 – International Student Move-In

  • Students may not move to campus before this date.
  • Shuttle service is provided from Cleveland Hopkins Airport on August 11 only. Completion of the Arrival Form is mandatory. The tentative shuttle schedule is 10 AM, 2 PM, and 6 PM. However, we will notify students of the shuttle schedule once we have reviewed all students’ arrival times.
  • All students, regardless of their travel arrangements, must complete the Arrival Form by August 1.

The orientation schedule is below. Please note that it is subject to change.

Tuesday, August 11

TimeEventLocation
12 pm – 7 pmCheck InAllen Commons in Lowry Student Center
3 pm – 5 pmWalmart ShuttlesDepart from Babcock Circle
5 pm – 7 pmDinnerLowry Student Center
7 pm – 9 pmGame NightAllen Commons in Lowry Student Center

Wednesday, August 12

TimeEventLocation
7 am – 9 amBreakfast (Optional)Lowry Student Center
9 am – 9:30 amWelcome ReceptionAllen Commons in Lowry Student Center
9:30 am – 10:30 amGetting Ready FairThe Alley in Lowry Student Center
10:30 am – 11 amMeet with Orientation LeadersLowry Student Center
11 am – 12 pmCampus ToursDepart from Lowry Student Center
12 pm – 1:30 pmPresident’s Welcome LunchPresident’s Home
2 pm – 6 pmWalmart ShuttlesDepart from Babcock Circle
5 pm – 7 pmDinnerLowry Student Center
8 pm – 10 pmOutdoor GamesBorn (Bornhuetter) Pavillion

Thursday, August 13

TimeEventLocation
7 am – 9 amBreakfastLowry Student Center
9 am – 10 amRegulations 101The Alley in Lowry Student Center
10 am – 11 amCulture ShockThe Alley in Lowry Student Center
11 am – 11:30 amMeet with Orientation LeadersLowry Student Center
11:30 – 12 pmDining Plan InformationLowry Student Center
12 pm – 1 pmLunchLowry Student Center
12 pm – 1 pmGlobal Nomad/Third Culture Kid LunchLowry Dining Room 145
1pm – 2 pmWoo Life PanelThe Alley in Lowry Student Center
2 pm – 5 pmFree Time / Downtown Adventures
5 pm – 7 pmDinnerLowry Student Center

Friday, August 14

TimeEventLocation
7 am – 9:30 amBreakfastLowry Student Center
9:30 am – 10:30 amLearning in the U.S.The Alley in Lowry Student Center
10:30 am – 11 amInsurance & Healthcare in the US OverviewThe Alley in Lowry Student Center
11 am – 12 pmBelonging at WoosterThe Alley in Lowry Student Center
12 pm – 1 pmLunchLowry Student Center
1 pm – 2:30 pmTours x3 groups (30 minutes each)Depart from Lowry Student Center
– Wellness Center
– Libraries
– Academic Buildings / Food Highlights
2:30 pm – 5 pmFree Time
5 pm – 7 pmDinnerLowry Student Center
8 pm – 9 pmCampfire Kenarden Firepit

Family Schedule

If you have family or friends coming with you to campus, we have planned some activities for them for Wednesday, August 12.

TimeEventLocation
9 am – 9:30 amWelcome ReceptionAllen Commons in Lowry Student Center
9:30 am – 10:30 amGetting Ready FairThe Alley in Lowry Student Center
10:30 am – 11:15 amCampus Tour
11:15 am – 12 pmFinancial WellnessRuth Williams Hall, Room 45
12 pm – 1:30 pmPresident’s Welcome LunchPresident’s Home

Immigration to the U.S.

Once you have secured your admission to Wooster, confirmed your ability to finance a Wooster education, and received your I-20, you still have several very important next steps to follow.

What to Bring

Read our list of recommendations for what to bring with you to campus.