International Orientation

Welcome New Global Panthers!

International Student Orientation is designed to assist you with your transition to life in the United States and at the University of Northern Iowa. Orientation provides a welcoming and exciting environment to make connections with new students, current students, as well as faculty and staff.

On this page you can find: 

  • On and Off Campus Housing Information 
  • Our Orientation Schedules for the Coming Year 
  • How to Prepare for Your Arrival 
  • The International Student Arrival Form 
  • MORE! 

What You Need to Know

International Student Orientation (ISO) and International Culture and Intensive English Program (CIEP) Orientation for Fall 2024 will start with online pre-orientation sessions. More information will be sent to provided student's emails at a later date. 

Pre-Orientation Session #1 | July 24th | 8-10am CST | Via Zoom 

Pre-Orientation Session #2 | August 7th | 1-3pm CST | Via Zoom 


  • International student arrival and airport pickups will be from Aug. 15-17, 2024
  • In-person Orientation will run from Monday, August 19 - Friday, Aug. 23, 2024

Follow the Now That You're Admitted Guide to stay on top of your preparations and complete the Arrival Form to register for Orientation and to let us know when you are coming. Connect with other new students, current students and staff, and learn more about what's happening on campus and the Office of International Engagement (OIE). 

We look forward to welcoming you to UNI and the Global Panther community!

‌Now That You're Admitted

‌International Engagement Arrival Form