Congratulations on your admission to The University of Texas at Austin!

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Read the Welcome Guide [.pdf file]. The Welcome Guide is an International Office publication providing valuable pre-arrival and orientation information.

Financial Requirements
International students attending UT-Austin in F-1 or J-1 status must show proof of financial support. The financial requirements website will help you estimate your costs and prepare for your arrival at UT-Austin. Additional information is included about how to pay tuition and fees once you arrive at UT Austin. Quick Download: Certification of Responsibility Form ....... Submit CFR Form to cfr@austin.utexas.edu

Pre-Arrival Checklist
A helpful checklist to help you plan your arrival to Austin.

Immigration
Information regarding visa issuance, immigration documents, SEVIS fee, etc.

Housing in Austin
Use the International Office's housing website to assist you in your search to find housing in Austin.

Immunizations & TB Requirements
In order to register at The University of Texas at Austin, all students must provide documentation of the immunizations and have a TB screening performed. Consult the University Health Services website for more information.

Health Insurance
As an international student enrolled at UT-Austin, you are required to have health and accident insurance, which is included in the cost of tuition and fees. It is advisable for all dependents to have health and accident insurance. Dependents of J-1 exchange visitors are required to have health and accident insurance.

Required Immigration Briefing and Check-in
You are required to attend the Immigration Briefing and Check-in (IBC) to clear your international bar and prepare to register. This 90-minute session reviews the basic information international students need, including immigration rules and regulations, health insurance, and registration. IBC registration can only be done in person at the International Office.

To register on-line for an IBC appointment, please go to the following website: IBC Scheduler

The Welcome Guide is given at Check-In which provides information about getting settled into UT-Austin.

Orientation
In addition to online orientation option, you may choose to attend one of several orientation programs at UT-Austin, including orientation in your academic department and orientation for international students. The International Office offers three weeks of orientation events during the month of August to accommodate your arrival schedule, your departmental commitments and your information needs. Attendance at most of these events is optional. Please see the Orientation website for more information on orientation activities.

Information for Undergraduate Students
Additional Information for undergraduate students including additional orientation options (Camp Texas and UT Undergraduate Orientation), THEA Test, Credit by Examination and Transfer Credit information.

Information for Graduate Students
Office of Graduate Studies On-Line Orientation Program
International Teaching Assistant (ITA) Program

If you expect to be employed as a teaching assistant during your first semester at UT, you will need to arrive in time for the ITA testing and workshop.