New Students
Welcome
When you enroll at UT Dallas, you join a community of students like yourself - adventurous, bright and deserving of the best education. You will be studying under internationally respected scholars, including members of the Academies of Sciences and Engineering and a Nobel laureate. The university is home to more than 2,000 international students from more than 90 countries. Our Office of International Student Services (ISSO) will assist you in making your transition to a new country and a new culture an easy one. They'll help you discover the fullness of a great United States university: the academics, research, athletics, and social and cultural events, all offered within walking distance of safe and convenient campus housing.
Step 1: Before Traveling to the U.S.
Once admitted to UT Dallas, and before you travel to the U.S. you will need to submit to the ISSO the necessary documents for your UT Dallas I-20 or DS-2019 to be issued.
Find here as well information on what to expect at your visa interview, how to register for your International Student Orientation, apply for Housing, complete your Medical Screening, and more.
Step 2: After Arrival to the U.S.
Once you arrive to the U.S. and before you can register for classes you need to submit your stamped immigration documents to the ISSO, attend Orientation and learn about your Student Health Insurance. Please find more information about these items in this page.
Congratulations! You are now able to register for classes, pay tuition and fees, and get your computer access and your comet card. Please enter this page. We also encourage you to explore opportunities to get involved in campus life, find student organizations of your interest and discover on-campus resources. Have a wonderful year!
Updated: February 17, 2010
