International Undergraduate Students

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Congratulations on your acceptance to CU ÐßÐßÊÓƵ! We are excited to have you join our Buff family and begin your CU journey.ÌýNow that you have been accepted to CU ÐßÐßÊÓƵ, here are the nextÌýsteps for youÌýto complete.

Get Started

For immigration related information please see the ISSS New Student webpage which includes ÐßÐßÊÓƵ Community Resources and ISSS New Students Frequently Asked Questions.

Get Started Ìý Ìý Advising and registration Ìý Ìý Before arriving on campus Ìý Ìý After arriving on campus Ìý

Need to change your major?

Students wishing to change majors can log in to their . There, you will see an option to submit a major change request form. Please complete that form to be considered. Major changes are not guaranteed, and there are typically additional steps needed when requesting to change from one college or school into another. If you are requesting a second major change, please contact your admission counselor.

Summer & Fall 2024 Dates

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Get Started

Activate IdentiKey

Your IdentiKey (your CU login name and password) is used to access online services and applications at CU ÐßÐßÊÓƵ.ÌýIt typically takes three to five business days after you activateÌýbefore you can access these services.

Deadline: Complete as soon as possible

Log in to your CU ÐßÐßÊÓƵ email

All CU ÐßÐßÊÓƵ faculty, staff and students receive a CU ÐßÐßÊÓƵ email account. We will use this account to communicate with you, so please use your IdentiKey to log in and start using it.

Deadline: Complete as soon as possible and check regularly

Complete the New Student Survey

Complete the New Student Survey and let us know what you think about CU ÐßÐßÊÓƵ, why you decided to come here and your expectations about your first semester.

Deadline: Aug. 15, 2024

Financial Aid & Scholarships

International students are not eligible for federal financial aid. For funding options, please visit our International Financial Aid page.

Keep applying for scholarships!

Housing

First-year students - Explore your living options to find the space that is right for you and check out all of our living experiences. Priority deadline: June 5, 2024

Transfer studentsÌý-ÌýOff-Campus Housing & Neighborhood RelationsÌýcanÌýhelp with your housing search. You can use to search for available rentals and complete the Off-Campus Living OrientationÌýto learn about living off campus, communicating with property owners and more.

Complete the Online Experience

Complete the Online Experience, our virtual orientation program. You’ll learn more about health and wellness, advising, registering for classes and more.

Deadline:ÌýEncouraged to complete by June 30.ÌýIt must be completed before you can register for classes.

Submit your Buff OneCard photo

Your Buff OneCard serves as your campus identification and therefore you mustÌýsubmit your Buff OneCard photo. Depending on your student status and choices, it may also carry your meal plan, allow you to pay for laundry,Ìýaccess to your residence hall and more!

Deadline:ÌýJuly 17, 2024

Submit your BuffOne Card photo

Buffalo Summer Experience

The Buffalo Summer Experience is your opportunity to connect with campus and fellow Buffs before the fall semester begins. Choose the experience that best meets your needs and interests.ÌýÌý

All incoming students are encouraged to participate in one summer experience.Ìý

Deadline: Register between May and June

Learn more about the Buffalo Summer Experience

Check your Holds & To-Dos

CU ÐßÐßÊÓƵ assigns holds or to-dos to inform you of steps you may need to complete. A hold prevents you from taking some kind of action (such as registering for classes) until it is resolved. A to-do is a recommended action that certain students need to complete.

Deadline: Complete as soon as possible

Stay connected

Follow @CUÐßÐßÊÓƵLife on , , and .

Advising and registration

Complete your placement assessments

You are encouraged to complete placement assessments as soon as you can as results may impact registration.

Deadline: Encouraged to complete by June 13

Learn more and complete placement assessments

Advising appointment

Connect with your academic advisor for questions about your first semester schedule, transfer credit and finding the academic path that is right for you. Be sure to complete the Online Experience before scheduling an appointment.

Deadline: Encouraged to complete May-July

Class registration

You must complete the Online Experience before you can register for classes.ÌýYou do not have to come to campus to register.ÌýAfter completing the Online Experience, you will be able to choose a registration window or register for classes.

Deadline:

  • First-year students register in July and AugustÌý
  • Transfer students register May 20-June 13 and July 15-Aug. 18

Before arriving on campus

Submit final transcripts

Make sure to submit your final transcripts to the Office of Admissions. These must be submitted directly by your high school or previous institution.

Deadline: Complete as soon as possible

Submit your transcripts

Complete the health requirements

All students must complete , immunization and health questionnaire requirements before their first semester at CU.

Deadline: Due dates vary

New student health requirements

International student pre-arrival requirements

All new international students in F-1 or J-1 status MUST arrive no later than the date reflected on their form I-20/DS-2019.

Fall program start date | Aug. 18, 2024
All international students MUST attend the required in-person International Student Orientation on Aug.Ìý19, 2024.

International Student Orientation Schedule

Review the International Student Late Arrival Policy:

Undergraduate/Transfer Late Arrival Ìý Ìý​ Graduate Late Arrival

Make sure to review the following information prior to your arrival in the U.S. You must complete the Immigration Check-in requirements prior to the first day of fall 2024 course work!

Immigration Documents Ìý Ìý Entering the U.S. Ìý Ìý Immigration Check-In Requirements

New Student Resources

Before the semester begins, be sure to check out New Student Resources to learn more about campus services, ways to get involved and important things to know about life as a Buff.

Find New Student Resources

After arriving on campus

International Student Orientation

Join us for International Student Orientation on Aug. 19!ÌýYou'll learn about campus resources, meet other new BuffsÌýand find out all about resources available to you on campus!

Register for International Student Orientation

Fall Welcome

Fall WelcomeÌýgives new studentsÌýthe opportunity to connect with fellow Buffs, faculty and staff, learn CU traditions and learn more about campus resources.Ìý

Fall Welcome takes place Aug. 19 - Sept. 6

Learn more about Fall Welcome