Pre-Arrival Information
Give yourself the best possible start. Arrive between the dates suggested on your Augsburg I-20. Several hotels in the community offer an Augsburg preferred rate. See the visit information page.
It is very important that you arrive to Augsburg by the arrival date indicated in the orientation schedule you receive from us. The Augsburg Residence Halls will be open three days prior to the orientation start date for new international students. In order to arrange for transportation at the airport, please contact the Director of International Student Advising, Jim Trelstad-Porter, at porter@augsburg.edu or 612-330-1686.
Orientation Assistance Program
The Office of International Programs provides an International Student Orientation program to welcome new students. Our goal is to familiarize you with the policies and procedures of the university, our support services, and critical immigration rights and responsibilities. Attendance is REQUIRED at the orientation.
Things to Remember
Have your travel documents in order and confirm with the Director of International Student Advising, Jim Trelstad-Porter, before the check-in date.
Make arrangements to have U.S. currency available upon your arrival in the United States.
Request the correct visa (F-1) at the US Embassy/Consulate in your home country.
The U.S. Customs and Border Patrol Officer (CBP) at the port of entry (POE) will place a red date stamp with F-1 D/S on the School & Student Copy of your I-20 and I-94 Card (Departure Record).
The U.S. Customs and Border Patrol Officer (CBP) will return the Student Copy of your I-20 to you, along with your I-94 card.
Important: If the U.S. Customs and Border Patrol Officer at the Port of Entry (POE) issues you an I-515 form, please bring this form, your passport and your I-94 (issued for 30 days) to our office. (This is an urgent matter that needs prompt attention.)
