Accepted International Students for Fall
Spring enrollment
Accepted for spring semester? See your next steps.
Congratulations and welcome to the UMassD community! We’re excited to be part of your educational journey.
1 Accept your offer
When you complete the intent to enroll form, you can pay your enrollment deposit. The $200 enrollment deposit amount is deducted from your university bill. Available seats in the popular majors are filled based on date of deposit. Your deposit is required to receive an I-20 and is refundable before May 1.
2 Reserve your spot in housing
Living on campus will provide you with extraordinary experiences and opportunities to meet new friends and create a lifetime of memories. Reserve your place today! Include an additional $200 deposit with your enrollment deposit—for a total of $400. Once you deposit and apply for housing, you'll have access and be able to view housing options and select a roommate. Deposits are non-refundable after May 1 and are deducted from tuition and fees on your university bill. You will receive a separate bill for your housing charges.
3 Activate your UMassD account
After you’ve deposited, activate your account to access to your email, my.umassd.edu portal, and more. You’ll need your ID—that can be found in your accept letter—and to set up multifactor authentication with the Duo mobile app to activate your account.
4 Get your I-20
Visa: Accepted international students need an I-20 document in order to enter the United States. The I-20 is a multi-purpose document issued by UMass Dartmouth certifying that a student has been admitted to a full-time study program and that the student has demonstrated sufficient financial resources to stay in the U.S. An admitted student needs to take the I-20 to the American embassy or consulate when applying for a student visa.
I-20 documents: Submit your family/sponsor’s bank statement with a minimum balance of USD $47,500 that is valid within six months before the first day of class. The bank statement can be requested from a local bank and needs to be in English. Please also submit the Declaration of Finances form and Affidavit of Support form found in International Student Scholar Center (ISSC) forms and instructions.
Once we receive all these documents, your I-20 is emailed to your UMassD email. More visa information can be found on the international undergraduate application.
Documentation transfer: If you are currently studying in the U.S. as a high school or college student, you must transfer your SEVIS I-20 or DS 2019 to UMass Dartmouth by submitting the Transfer Verification form found in International Student Scholar Center (ISSC) forms and instructions. After we receive all I-20 documents and the Transfer Verification form, we'll email your I-20 to your UMassD email. Learn more about transferring from another school in the U.S.
5 Next Steps: After you make your deposit
Here are your next steps – and keep an eye on your email (your personal email and your new UMassD email); we'll be sending you updates and information regularly to help you get ready for fall. Go Corsairs!
Important tasks to complete for your enrollment
Placement testing
Complete your placement testing, so we can build your course schedule for the fall. Complete the testing within two weeks of your enrollment.
Corsair 101 Online Orientation
Take the Online Orientation and get ready for fall!
Attend Orientation
Orientation is an important introduction to university life. It will be your opportunity to receive academic advising in your major, select courses, and meet Orientation Leaders and peers. Learn more about International Students Orientation
International Transfer
Transfer Transcripts and Transcripts Evaluation
If you're transferring from a college or university in another country, have your courses evaluated by an approved U.S. evaluating agency. To obtain such an evaluation, please contact one of the following organizations:
Submit photocopies of course descriptions or syllabus for any college credits you have completed.
This will help us evaluate your college/university transcripts properly. Mark the courses you have taken and the college name on each page. Failure to submit this information may result in a lack of award credit provided. Massachusetts public institutions are exempt.
If you are applying with fewer than 24 transferable credits and/or have been out of high school for less than 3 years
Join your "class of" Facebook group.
Join the accepted Facebook group where you can meet your classmates and stay up to date with announcements and updates for fall.
Find a student organization at MyOrgs
Look forward to getting involved on campus and meeting new friends, connecting with staff and faculty, and having some fun while you’re learning!
Scholarships
UMassD has a wide range of scholarship opportunities. Visit our Corsair Scholarship Portal for a list of scholarships, eligibility requirements and applications. If you have questions or need help, join us at our Financial Aid Help Labs. Schedules can be found on Financial Aid Services under events.
CorsairJobs
Look for a job on campus – work-study or non-work-study.
Career Center
It’s never too early. Connect with your Career Advisor and join Handshake.
Check out the Campus Store
Find some UMassD gear and show your campus pride.
April
Submit your enrollment deposit to reserve you a spot for Fall class at UMass Dartmouth. The enrollment deposit will help you obtain an F1 student visa as well. When you complete the intent to enroll form, you can pay your enrollment deposit online.
Submit the declaration of finances form with affidavit of support before we issue you the I-20. Please also submit your family/sponsor’s bank statement that is valid within six months before the first day of class to demonstrate your financial resources. Bank statement can be requested from a local bank and needs to be in English. Declaration of finances form and affidavit of support forms can be found at International Students and Scholar Center (ISSC).
International students who transfer from a U.S. school, please have your current school fill out the Transfer Verification Form (PDF).
International students who transfer from a foreign school, please have WES/CED/SpanTran send us your Foreign Credits Evaluation. Please email us your course descriptions/syllabus after receiving the transfer credits evaluation report from Admissions office.
If you’ve chosen to live on campus, you can start the housing application soon after you have submitted your deposit and activated your UMassD account. The Housing and Residential Education Office will send you an email to your UMass Dartmouth email account when you have been set up to access the housing application, within the Housing Portal.
When can I choose a room? How do I choose a roommate? What are “engagement communities” and how do I choose one?
The first step is to sign the housing contract, enter emergency contacts, and other information such as ADA Accommodations, and then you’ll be on your way to roommate matching or requests. Once you gain access to the Housing Portal (information emailed to your UMassD email address), you’ll find a “New Students” section with links and information to get started, as well as helpful videos from the housing team to walk you through the process!
May
Transferring from a U.S. school
International students who transfer from a U.S. school, please have your current school fill out the Transfer Verification Form (PDF).
Transferring from a foreign school
International students who transfer from a foreign school, please have WES/CED/SpanTran send us your Foreign Credits Evaluation. Please email us your course descriptions/syllabus after receiving the transfer credits evaluation report from Admissions office.
May 1: beginning today, deposits are non-refundable.
For an initial student visa, accepted international students need an I-20 document in order to enter the United States. The I-20 is a multi-purpose document issued by UMass Dartmouth certifying that a student has been admitted to a full-time study program and that the student has demonstrated sufficient financial resources to stay in the U.S. An admitted student students apply for an F-1 student visa at a U.S. consulate abroad (usually in the student’s home country).
June
Submit your immunization and health requirements through the Health Services Patient Portal. You must complete your health record online including: Health History, Immunization Records (required by Massachusetts law), Tuberculosis Risk Assessment. For more information and frequently asked questions on COVID requirements, see Student FAQs.
Don't miss your chance to apply for multiple scholarships at UMassD - they are due June 1. Learn more.
U Got This! – Online Bystander Intervention Training is available in June in the my.umassd.edu portal under QuickLaunch
Once you click on the ‘U Got This!’ link, you’ll be directed to three required modules. Each module takes 15-20 minutes to complete. The deadline to complete the training is August 25.
Pat yourself on the back! Your completion will automatically be recorded. More information is available on the Center for Women, Gender & Sexuality website.
Complete your summer writing project by posting to the UMassD Believes Blog. This project is your introduction to college writing, provides a platform for self-expression and helps to build our community as you prepare for life at UMassD. This is your chance to be part of a Corsair tradition!
Visit the blog to learn more (UMassD login required).
Questions? Contact Meghan Fair.
July
Access COIN, the student information system, in the my.umassd.edu portal under QuickLaunch.
- Review and complete the items on your COIN to-do list.
- Review your financial aid awards and confirm you don’t have any outstanding items in your financial aid to-do list. Your account balance will be available to review in late July.
- Set up authorized users.
- Enter emergency contact information.
- Submit your FERPA authorization form to allow parent(s) or guardian(s) to view and pay your bill.
If you’re living in Balsam or Spruce, you'll receive an email over the summer with information and login to the "ResidentPortal". Housing payments are due before 9/1, or join the housing payment plan. More information is on the Housing Portal.
Explore all the resources available to you on the UMassD student portal. All of your important systems, including COIN, are available under the "Quicklaunch". Check out Student Resources and Academics on my.umassd.edu. Familiarize yourself with the resources and information available to students and the campus community.
August
August 1 is the last day for international freshmen to deposit and request I-20s.
Since you’ve already done the hard work of crafting a belief statement for the UMassD Believes Blog, develop this into 500-words and submit it to the Provost’s Contest for prizes and recognition!
Questions? Contact Meghan Fair.
If you’ll be parking on campus, register your car and get your parking permit.
If you haven’t submitted already, head to the UMassD Believes blog to complete your first college writing assignment.
Questions? Contact Meghan Fair.
Book your flights to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS).
You will receive information closer to move-in day.
Meet your Orientation Leader and your Orientation group. Join info sessions, social, recreational and entertainment activities. Yes – you’ll have help finding your classrooms before your first day! Be sure to follow the accepted student Facebook group to stay up to date. Learn more about International Student Orientation.
You’ll receive an email notification when your fall e-bill is available. You should review your email and log into COIN to make a payment by 9/1. We offer a monthly payment plan which allows students and families the option to pay the term bill in monthly installments, interest free.
You're encouraged to enroll in direct deposit to ensure that any credit balance refunds can be issued electronically.
Visit the Campus Store, learn how to order books, and check eligibility for book vouchers.
UMassD Alert is a notification system designed to immediately deliver emergency information to students, faculty and staff via cell phone, text and voice messaging. Learn more about UMassD Alert.
September
Reply to a classmate on the UMassD Believes Blog before the first day of class.
Questions? Contact Meghan Fair.
Congratulations, you made it! Your first day is here and your journey is beginning. We are thrilled to have you join our diverse community of aspiring, innovative, and curious-minded students. Here are a few references and reminders for you for this fall.
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