Welcome to the Penn International Family!

The Office of New Student Orientation & Academic Initiatives (NSOAI) would like to officially congratulate you on your admission to the University of Pennsylvania!

Check out this Welcome Video just for you!

New Student Orientation (NSO) for all incoming first-year students will begin with mandatory activities on the evening of Wednesday, August 24, 2022. However, we are offering additional programming beforehand that may be of interest to you as you prepare for your exciting transition to Penn and college life this fall. This programming is hosted in partnership with the International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) and the Assembly of International Students (AIS) the University’s student-led umbrella organization for undergraduates of global backgrounds. The International Student Orientation (ISO) will begin on Monday, August 22, 2022.

Move-In 

All international students are welcome to move in on Monday, August 22, 2022. By moving in on Monday, you will be able to take part in programming specifically designed to prepare you to thrive in the upcoming years. More details about these programs coming soon!

Once you have confirmed your housing, you will be able to select a move-in time slot for August 22. Specific questions about housing can be directed to living@upenn.edu.

Reminders 

Register for Forerunner MENA!

Forerunner Global is an introduction to life at Penn for new international students. Join us in Dubai on July 2 for the first-ever Forerunner Middle East North Africa (MENA)! All incoming students from or with connections to the MENA region are welcome and encouraged to register. Hear from current Penn international students, faculty members, administrators, and alumni about how you can get the most out of your Penn experience and stay safe, healthy, and engaged along the way. Learn more and register today! ­­

Join Your World@Penn!

Your World@Penn is a virtual platform where you can network with fellow international students from around the world, find out about upcoming events, workshops, and social opportunities, and connect with campus resource offices. You’ll have the chance to make new friends, interact live with your future classmates, and get a head start on your Penn adventure! Learn more and register for Your World@Penn at global.upenn.edu/isss/ywap (PennKey login required).

Get Connected

Stay connected with us! If you haven’t already, we welcome you to join our Penn Class of 2026 International Students Facebook Group. 

Explore Penn's International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) on their website, Instagram, and Facebook page.

Also, connect with the Penn student organization, Assembly of International Students (AIS) on their website, Instagram, and Facebook page. 

Feel free to contact the board of the Assembly of International Students (AIS) if you have any questions or concerns. We are here to help!

Still have questions?

We’re happy to help with any questions you might have. Please feel free to check out the NSO website or contact us at provost-nso-ai@pobox.upenn.edu. Good luck, and we look forward to seeing you on campus in August!