INCOMING STUDENTS – Complete your 2026–2027 FAFSA to become eligible for your New Student Orientation invitation. All committed students are required to attend orientation. Apply for Financial Aid
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FALL 2026
New International Students
Congratulations! You are officially a Dragon!
This is an exciting journey, filled with many important steps as you prepare to blaze your trail at TU in August 2026. To set you on the right path, there are a few important tasks we need you to complete along the way.
Important Next Steps
After you have been admitted, you will receive an email that includes your email, username and password – which is required for you to complete the next steps to submit your enrollment deposit.
1. Set Up Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Download our guide to setup your Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for your TU Microsoft Account.
After setting up your MFA and your TU Email Account, you will be able to submit your Enrollment Deposit. Click here to view instructions on how to complete this.
The following tasks should be completed as soon as possible to make sure you are ready for Fall 2026:
Steps to Receive an I-20
Deposited international students should submit financials and their passport to their admissions counselor to receive an I-20. After that? We’re here to help you though the F-1 student Visa Process
Visit your My Apps dashboard to access the housing portal. After submitting your Enrollment Fee, please allow 48 hours to be able to access the portal and secure your selection.
July 22 – Earliest Permitted Entry to the US for new F-1 Students August 01 – Full Bill or Payment Plan Due August 10 – Reserve your seat on the Airport Shuttle August 18 – Final Official Transcripts Due August 18 – Airport Pick-up at DTW (early move-in) August 19 – International Student Move-In Day August 20-21 – Mandatory New Student Orientation August 21 – Academic Kick-Off August 22-28 – Rise Week August 24 – Classes Begin September 04 – Insurance Enrollment/Waiver Deadline
Meet the Global Department Team
Natalie T. Chang
Associate Dean for Global and International Education
Our mobile safety app – full of safety features, like an emergency button slider, easy access to Campus Security’s phone number, safety timer, mental health hotline, and a place to call in anonymous tips.
Our mobile safety app – full of safety features, like an emergency button slider, easy access to Campus Security’s phone number, safety timer, mental health hotline, and a place to call in anonymous tips.
Stay connected at TU with all-in-one access to essential campus tools, from managing your schedule and contacting campus offices, to viewing the campus calendar and financial aid information.
We are here to help whether it is with acquiring a visa, class registration or adjusting to university life in the United States. Please contact us at any time.
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