Graduate Orientation programs vary by entry semester. Please reference the upcoming entry terms below for information on specific orientation programs.
Mandatory Arrival Date:
You are required to arrive in the U.S. by no later than the program start date listed on your I-20. For Summer 2025, the program start date is Monday, May 19th, 2025.
Summer Orientation:
ISSO's Summer Welcome Program will be held in May. Official date coming soon.
Graduate students are not required to attend orientation, but it is strongly encouraged.
Mandatory Arrival Date:
You are required to arrive in the U.S. by no later than the program start date listed on your I-20. For Fall 2025, the program start date is Wednesday, August 20th.
Fall Orientation:
Fall Graduate Orientation is hosted by the Graduate College.
Fall dates have not yet been determined. Please check back soon.
Mandatory Arrival Date:
You are required to arrive in the U.S. by no later than the program start date listed on your I-20.
Iowa State is not yet admitting for Spring 2026. Please check back after the Fall term has started.
Spring Orientation:
ISSO's Spring Welcome Program has not yet been scheduled. Please check back after our fall program has concluded.
