The International Center is excited to welcome you to the University of Michigan community. Here we will be posting information about the orientation programs and resources that will be available to you in late July and August, including:
- Peer-led Q&A sessions and workshops on a number of topics pertaining to life in Ann Arbor and being a student at U-M.
- A Canvas course for all new international students and scholars, which will feature recordings and slides from all workshops offered during orientation, and more.
- Blog posts and short Youtube videos created by orientation peer advisors (last year’s short videos can be found here).
- A Welcome Desk offering in-person hours staffed by undergraduate and graduate international students.
- Social events through which new students and scholars can meet each other and learn more about the U-M campus and things to do in Ann Arbor!
- International Student and Family Welcome Day for incoming undergraduate and graduate international students on Monday, August 18, 2025.
In the meantime, we invite you to join us at one of in-country or virtual Pre-Departure Orientation events!
Additional Resources for New Students
Pre-Arrival Communications
The International Center curates a series of emails to help prepare you for your arrival at the University of Michigan. You will receive these emails to your umich email account before your arrival on campus. Archived messages are accessible below: