Welcome to UCR!
We are excited to have you join our Highlander community at UC Riverside.
International Student Orientation (ISO) will held on September 16th, 17th & 19th, 2025.
During ISO you will learn about life at UCR, and about off and on campus resources through presentations from various departments and offices on campus. There will be opportunities to connect with your peers, explore the campus as a group, more!
Orientation updates and information will be sent to your UCR email account (called R'Mail), so please check that account regularly.
2025 International Student Orientation At-A-Glance
The Fall 2025 International Student Orientation At-A-Glance Schedule is coming soon!
For a smooth transition to UC Riverside and the U.S., make sure to follow these steps: Incoming International Student Checklist and check-out the Pre-Arrival ISO Presentation Deck Coming Soon!
Please check your UCR email for ISO schedule updates.
If you have any questions, please contact us by email at internationalstudents@ucr.edu or by phone at +1-951-827-4113.
International Student Fall 2025: September 16, 17 & 19, 2025
For students starting classes in Fall 2025 - Welcome to UCR! It is our sincere hope that during your time here, you will come to see the UCR as your “home away from home.” Through ISO, you will learn important information about UCR, establish long-lasting friendships, get valuable advice for achieving success, and so much more.
Orientation will be in person. No make-up dates will be available. You can register at the link below to reserve your spot.
Fall 2025 ISO - Registration Now Open!
Attendance for ISO is mandatory for all new international students and there are fees associated with International Student Orientation. **International Student Orientation fees will be automatically billed to your UCR Spring 2025 Statement of Account.
For any questions, please contact us at internationalstudents@ucr.edu.
Frequently Asked Questions
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If I registered for Highlander Orientation, do I still have to register for the International Student Orientation?
Yes, ALL incoming international students are required to register for and attend the International Student Orientation. ISO is designed specifically for international students and will cover important information about your immigration and SEVIS status, employment opportunities, academic success in the U.S. and other cross-cultural information. This is not covered in Highlander Orientation, which is why we require all international students to attend ISO.
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If I deferred my admission to another quarter, am I still required to attend Fall International Student Orientation?
If you have already deferred your admission to another quarter and will not be a registered student this quarter, you are not required to attend International Student Orientation. Depending on UCR's plans for the future quarters, we will be adjusting our International Student Orientation plans. You will have the opportunity to register for and attend ISO in the future quarter.