Accepted International Students for Fall
Spring enrollment
Accepted for spring semester? See your next steps.
Congratulations and welcome to the UMassD community! We’re excited to be part of your educational journey.
Step 1: Accept your offer
When you complete the intent to enroll form, you can pay your enrollment deposit. The $200 enrollment deposit amount is deducted from your university bill. Available seats in the popular majors are filled based on date of deposit. Your deposit is required to receive an I-20 and is refundable before June 1.
Step 2: Reserve your spot in housing
Living on campus will provide you with extraordinary experiences and opportunities to meet new friends and create a lifetime of memories. Reserve your place today! Include an additional $200 deposit with your enrollment deposit—for a total of $400. Once you deposit and apply for housing, you'll have access and be able to view housing options and select a roommate. Deposits are non-refundable after June 1 and are deducted from tuition and fees on your university bill. You will receive a separate bill for your housing charges.
Step 3: Submit your documents to request your I-20
Accepted international students need an I-20 document to apply for their F-1 visa to enter the U.S. The I-20 is a multi-purpose document issued by UMass Dartmouth certifying that a student has been admitted to a full-time study program and that the student has demonstrated sufficient financial resources to stay in the U.S. An admitted student needs to take the I-20 to the American embassy or consulate when applying for a student visa.
I-20 document checklist (all six items are required)
- intent to enroll form
- enrollment deposit
- financial documents (bank statements, loans, financial guarantee letter from government) valid within 9 months of the first day of class with a minimum balance equal to the difference between your scholarship amount and $47,500 USD.*
- Affidavit of Support (the amount should be equal to or greater than the balance on the above financial documents)
- Declaration and Certification of Finances
- photocopy of valid passport biographic page
*For example, if you receive $10,000 in scholarship, the minimum balance needed would be $47,500 - $10,000, or $37,500. Bank statements can be requested from a local bank and need to be in English.
Once we receive all these documents, the International Student & Scholar Center (ISSC) will process your Form I-20 and send instructions on how to retrieve it to both your personal and your UMassD email addresses.
Transferring your I-20: If you are currently studying in the U.S. as a high school or college student, you must contact the DSOs in the International Student Office at your current school to request transfer out of your SEVIS I-20 or DS-2019, and have the DSOs complete the Transfer Verification Form.
Once we have received the completed Transfer Verification Form, the financial documents for Form I-20 or DS-2019 as outlined above, and the transfer of your immigration record from the school you are attending, we will process your Form I-20 and send you instructions on how to retrieve it to both your personal and UMassD email addresses.
If you previously attended a high school or college in the U.S. and your I-20 has expired, please reach out to international@admissions.umassd.edu.
Step 4: Activate your UMassD account
After you’ve deposited, activate your account to access to your email, my.umassd.edu portal, and more. You’ll need your ID—that can be found in your accept letter—and to set up multifactor authentication with the Duo mobile app to activate your account.
You will need to activate your UMassD account in order to retrieve your I-20.
Step 5: Next steps after receiving your I-20
Here are your next steps – and keep an eye on your email (your personal email and your new UMassD email); we'll be sending you updates and information regularly to help you get ready for fall. Go Corsairs!
Important tasks to complete for your enrollment
Schedule a visa interview with your I-20
Please send your visa interview date and updates to your admissions counselor.
Placement testing
Complete your placement testing, so we can build your course schedule for the fall. Complete the testing within two weeks of your enrollment.
Corsair 101 Online Orientation
Take the Online Orientation and get ready for fall!
Attend Orientation
Orientation is an important introduction to university life. It will be your opportunity to receive academic advising in your major, select courses, and meet Orientation Leaders and peers. Learn more about International Students Orientation
International admitted fall student checklist
Join your "class of" Facebook group.
Keep an eye out for an invitation to join the accepted Facebook group where you can meet your classmates and stay up to date with announcements and updates for fall.
Find a student organization at MyOrgs
Look forward to getting involved on campus and meeting new friends, connecting with staff and faculty, and having some fun while you’re learning!
Corsair Jobs
Look for a work-study or non-work study job on campus. Working on campus is a wonderful way to get involved in the campus community. Just like the “real world," finding a job on campus can be competitive; by starting your search early you are more likely to find a job that accommodates your class schedule and matches your skill set.
Career Center
It’s never too early. Connect with your Career Advisor and join Handshake.
Check out the Campus Store
Find some UMassD gear and show your campus pride.
April
Submit your enrollment deposit
Submit your enrollment deposit to reserve you a spot for Fall class at UMass Dartmouth. The enrollment deposit will help you obtain an F1 student visa as well. When you complete the intent to enroll form, you can pay your enrollment deposit online.
Submit the declaration of finances form with affidavit of support
Submit the declaration of finances form with affidavit of support before we issue you the I-20. Please also submit your family/sponsor’s bank statement that is valid within nine months before the first day of class to demonstrate your financial resources. Bank statement can be requested from a local bank and needs to be in English. Declaration of finances form and affidavit of support forms can be found at International Students and Scholar Center (ISSC).
International students who transfer from a U.S. school, please have your current school fill out the Transfer Verification Form (PDF).
International students who transfer from a foreign school, please have WES/CED/SpanTran send us your Foreign Credits Evaluation. Please email us your course descriptions/syllabus after receiving the transfer credits evaluation report from Admissions office.
Submit your housing application (in April, or after you deposit)
If you’ve chosen to live on campus, you can start the housing application soon after you have submitted your deposit and activated your UMassD account. The Housing and Residential Education Office will send you an email to your UMass Dartmouth email account when you have been set up to access the housing application, within the Housing Portal.
When can I choose a room? How do I choose a roommate? What are “engagement communities” and how do I choose one?
The first step is to sign the housing contract, enter emergency contacts, and other information such as ADA Accommodations, and then you’ll be on your way to roommate matching or requests. Once you gain access to the Housing Portal (information emailed to your UMassD email address), you’ll find a “New Students” section with links and information to get started, as well as helpful videos from the housing team to walk you through the process!
May
Transfer to UMassD
Transferring from a U.S. school: International students who transfer from a U.S. school, please have your current school fill out the Transfer Verification Form (PDF).
Transferring from a foreign school: International students who transfer from a foreign school, please have WES/CED/SpanTran send us your Foreign Credits Evaluation. Please email us your course descriptions/syllabus after receiving the transfer credits evaluation report from Admissions office.
Receive your I-20 and schedule a visa interview
For an initial student visa, accepted international students need an I-20 document in order to enter the United States. The I-20 is a multi-purpose document issued by UMass Dartmouth certifying that a student has been admitted to a full-time study program and that the student has demonstrated sufficient financial resources to stay in the U.S. An admitted student students apply for an F-1 student visa at a U.S. consulate abroad (usually in the student’s home country).
June
June 1: Deposits
June 1: beginning today, deposits are non-refundable.
June 1: Submit immunization and health requirements
Submit your immunization and health requirements through the Health Services Patient Portal. You must complete your health record online including: Health History, Immunization Records (required by Massachusetts law), Tuberculosis Risk Assessment.
U Got This! – Online Bystander Intervention Training is available
U Got This! – Online Bystander Intervention Training is available in June in the my.umassd.edu portal under QuickLaunch
Once you click on the ‘U Got This!’ link, you’ll be directed to three required modules. Each module takes 15-20 minutes to complete. The deadline to complete the training is August 25.
Pat yourself on the back! Your completion will automatically be recorded. More information is available on the Center for Women, Gender & Sexuality website.
Begin Your UMassD Summer Writing Project
Complete your summer writing project by posting to the UMassD Believes Blog. This project is your introduction to college writing, provides a platform for self-expression and helps to build our community as you prepare for life at UMassD. This is your chance to be part of a Corsair tradition!
Visit the blog to learn more (UMassD login required).
Questions? Contact Meghan Fair.
July
Complete important tasks in COIN
Access COIN, the student information system, in the my.umassd.edu portal under QuickLaunch.
- Review and complete the items on your COIN to-do list.
- Review your financial aid awards and confirm you don’t have any outstanding items in your financial aid to-do list. Your account balance will be available to review in late July.
- Set up authorized users.
- Submit your FERPA authorization form to allow university staff to speak with your authorized users.
- Enter emergency contact information.
Look for information about housing payment
If you’re living in Balsam or Spruce, you'll receive an email over the summer with information and instructions to log in to the housing portal. Housing payments are due before 8/1, or join the housing payment plan. More information is on the Housing Portal.
Explore student portal: myUMassD
Explore all the resources available to you on the UMassD student portal. All of your important systems, including COIN, are available under the "Quicklaunch". Check out Student Resources and Academics on my.umassd.edu. Familiarize yourself with the resources and information available to students and the campus community.
August
August 1: Last day to request your I-20
August 1 is the last day for international freshmen to deposit and request I-20s.
August 1: Submit to the UMassD Provost’s Writing Contest (optional)
Since you’ve already done the hard work of crafting a belief statement for the UMassD Believes Blog, develop this into 500-words and submit it to the Provost’s Contest for prizes and recognition!
Questions? Contact Meghan Fair.
August 1: Get your parking decal
If you’ll be parking on campus, register your car and get your parking permit.
August 15: Complete Your UMassD Believes Summer Writing Project! (required)
If you haven’t submitted already, head to the UMassD Believes blog to complete your first college writing assignment.
Questions? Contact Meghan Fair.
August TBD: International Pre-arrival information session
You will receive more information about this pre-arrival webinar closer to August.
August: Update Admissions with your visa status and arrival date
Please send your visa status and estimated arrival date to international@admissions.umassd.edu and intl_office@umassd.edu.
August: Book your flight
Book your flights to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS).
August TBD: Move-in day for residential international students
You will receive information closer to move-in day. Please make sure you have completed all of the necessary steps in order to move in to housing.
August 29 & August 30: International Students Orientation
Meet your Orientation Leader and your Orientation group. Join info sessions, social, recreational and entertainment activities. Yes – you’ll have help finding your classrooms before your first day! Learn more about International Student Orientation.
Pay your bill
You’ll receive an email notification when your fall e-bill is available. You should review your email and log into COIN to make a payment by 9/1. We offer a monthly payment plan which allows students and families the option to pay the term bill in monthly installments, interest free.
You're encouraged to enroll in direct deposit to ensure that any credit balance refunds can be issued electronically.
Order your books
Visit the Campus Store, learn how to order books, and check eligibility for book vouchers.
Sign up for UMassD Alert
UMassD Alert is a notification system designed to immediately deliver emergency information to students, faculty and staff via cell phone, text and voice messaging. Learn more about UMassD Alert.
Reply to a classmate on the UMassD Believes blog (required)
Reply to a classmate on the UMassD Believes Blog before the first day of class.
Questions? Contact Meghan Fair.
September and beyond
Congratulations, you made it! Your first day is here and your journey is beginning. We are thrilled to have you join our diverse community of aspiring, innovative, and curious-minded students. Here are a few references and reminders for you for this fall.
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