Preparing to Arrive

We know traveling to a new country can be intimidating, and we're here to help. To assist you in your planning, we've prepared information to guide you every step of the way in your transition to the University of Arkansas.

Pre-Arrival

Orientation

Regulations

Permanent Residence

ISS Portal

Update Your Info

Pre-Arrival

Excited and anxious about arriving at the University? We’ve prepared helpful information for you. Review this pre-arrival information to understand what you need to do as you get ready to join the University of Arkansas.

Orientation

International Students Orientation is hosted by International Students and Scholars (ISS) to welcome new international students to campus, connect to local resources, and start their journey of belonging at the University of Arkansas.

Regulations

In this section, you will find information related to various visa categories and immigration statuses.

Permanent Residence

This section explain the University of Arkansas's process for Labor Certification and Outstanding Researcher. There is also information on additional pathways to permanent residence that does not require the University of Arkansas to petition for the employee.

ISS Portal

Our ISSLink web portal enables international students and scholars to complete essential steps to arrive and stay at the University of Arkansas.

Update Your Info

The Department of Homeland Security, USCIS, and other U.S. Government organizations needs to have updated information on file with your local address you are staying while attending the University of Arkansas. We need to report your current local address and a U.S. based 10-digit phone number to SEVIS routinely.