International Students
Hello NEW MATADORS!
The New Student Orientation (NSO) experience is required for all entering International students and will occur over the summer leading up to the Fall semester. All new International students will partake in International Orientation.
The NSO Online platform is a set of comprehensive modules that address university programs, services, and resources available in a virtual and eventual on-campus capacity. You will be able to complete NSO Online at your own pace throughout the month of January. This opportunity is only available for new incoming Transfer International students.
Materials Provided at Orientation
- New Student Handbook 2022-2023
- Student Technology & Tips (Slides shown during NSO)
- Steps to Academic Success (Slides shown during NSO)
General Resources:
- Advising Checklist
- Student Service Centers and Educational Opportunity Programs (EOP) Advisement
- University Policy on Alcohol and Illicit Drugs
- Procedures of Student Conduct (including Academic Dishonesty, Conduct Code, University Policy on Alcohol and Illicit Drugs)
- Title IX Notice of Nondiscrimination & Title IX Gender Equity & Sexual Misconduct
- Active Shooter Video & Emergency Desk Reference for Students
- Student Records Administration - including Family Rights & Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA)
International Student Handbook
Please visit our FAQs page to better prepare you for your orientation experience.
If you have any questions about your immigration status, please contact your International Student Advisor at the International and Exchange Student Center at (818) 677-3053.