International Students

Our office is happy to help with any questions that you may have as you are planning your arrival on campus.  The following tips and links provide some useful information to assist in your transition to campus:

• Do you need to provide proof of funding?  Complete our Certification of Finances Form.
• Provide the Graduate School with a copy of your passport to ensure that your I-20 or DS-2019 is processed correctly.
• Pay your Sevis Fee and schedule your visa appointment as soon as possible if you have not already done so.
• The University recommends the following immunizations prior to your arrival: 
  • Meningococcus vaccine
  • Tetanus/ Diphtheria (a primary series and a booster within the last ten years)
  • Measles vaccine (two doses) or Measles/Mumps/Rubella (MMR)
  • Varicella vaccine, if you have not had chickenpox
  • Hepatitis A & B vaccine (three doses)
• Complete a Transfer Form if you are already in the US and transferring from another university.  You will NOT need to pay a new Sevis Fee.
• Submit your arrival information on Banweb to notify International Programs and Services (IPS) of your travel plans.
• Check in with IPS upon your arrival to campus.
• Do you have a Graduate Teaching Assistantship (GTA)? Register for the SPEAK Test and IGTAAP.
• Not yet signed up for housing or arriving prior to your housing contract?  Sign up for temporary housing prior to your arrival on campus.
• Know more about the climate when you are deciding what to pack.
• Register for the Intercultural Mentor Program.

There are activities and events throughout the year, both on campus and throughout the community:

• Experience Tech!
• Join in on campus!  Student Life | Student Activities | Student Organizations
• Get to know the local area: Keweenaw Convention & Visitors Bureau | Houghton | Hancock
• Campus parking: Zipcars available to rent and shuttle service provided during the week.
• Local transportation: Houghton Motor Transit Line | City of Hancock Public Transit