Fall 2025 New International Student Orientation
August 18-23, 2025
We are excited to have you join us as a new student in Fall 2025! Plans are currently underway for your arrival on August 15-17, 2025. Your first step is to register for orientation and you will be sent all of your next steps via email.
UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
GRADUATE STUDENTS - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Plan Your Arrival
Preparing for your arrival at ETSU? Visit the Arrival Instructions website for essential details, including arrival dates, transportation options, housing information, and more! Start planning your journey to ensure a smooth transition to campus life.
Tentative Schedule
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Sunday, August 17
Time Event 8:00am-8:00pm Airport Pick-Ups and Residence Hall Check-Ins 6:00-8:00pm Dinner at the Ada Earnest House (optional) -
Monday, August 18
Time Event 10:00-11:30am Welcome Event 11:30-12:30pm Lunch (sponsored by International Buccaneeer Buddies) 1:00-2:00pm ETSU Resource Fair 4:00-6:00pm Graduate School Orientation (graduate students only) 3:00-6:00pm Optional Activities (undergraduate students only) 6:00-7:00pm Dinner -
Tuesday, August 19
Time Event 9:00-9:45am Breakfast 10:00-12:00pm Breakout Sessions & Small Groups 12:00-1:00pm Lunch 1:00-2:00pm Cultural Awarness 2:00-3:00pm Campus Tour 3:00-4:00pm Small Group Time 4:00-5:30pm Break 5:30-8:00pm Cookout at Ada Earnest House -
Wednesday, August 20
Time Event 8:30-9:30am Breakfast 10:00-12:00pm Immigration Overview Event 12:00-1:00pm Lunch 1:00-4:00pm Immigration Check-In and Q&A 7:00-8:00pm Preview Check-In (undergraduate students only)
