Before You Arrive
WELCOME TO OLE MISS
Soon you’ll be on the exciting University of Mississippi campus in Oxford. Before you arrive, complete the steps below to avoid common issues or delays for international students.
Contact Your Advisor
We have a team of dedicated personal advisors whose job it is to make sure all your questions are answered and to ensure you have a smooth transition to the university.
Before you start on any of the steps below, contact your local personal advisor. Simply select your region of the world below, and send your advisor an email, Skype, WhatsApp, or WeChat message. We look forward to meeting you very soon!
North Asia
Middle East/North Africa
Russia/Central Asia/Eastern Europe
UK and Western Europe
North America
Latin America
Africa
South Asia
Southeast Asia
China
Complete Your Pre-Arrival Checklist
After you receive the electronic copy of your I-20, complete the following steps before booking your visa appointment:
- Schedule a free visa information and preparation session with your personal Enrollment Advisor.
- Check that the details on your I-20 are correct (including your date of birth) and make sure your name is the same as it appears on your passport.
- Prepare the documents you will need to take to the embassy when attending your visa interview.
After you complete the above steps, you should apply for your visa as soon as possible. It requires an interview with the U.S. Embassy and your scheduled appointment may be several weeks out.
- Complete your Visa Application.
- Pay your I-90 (SEVIS) fee.
- Visit usembassy.gov to learn more about scheduling your visa appointment, what to expect when you arrive and the documentation you need to take with you.
- Notify your personal Enrollment Advisor of the date and Embassy of your visa appointment.
- Watch these videos to help you apply for your visa and prepare for your interview:
Check out the two videos below that will help you on how to apply and prepare for your visa interview.
Other links that international students find useful:
When purchasing your ticket, plan to arrive on or before your scheduled move-in day.
We are so excited for you to join us on campus! To ensure a smooth transition to your new home, plan to arrive on or before your official move-in day. Airport pickup is available at Memphis International Airport.
Once you book your flights, you must fill out the student arrival form. If your family is joining you, you must also complete the family arrival form.
| SPRING 2020 | SUMMER 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| MOVE-IN DATES | January 13, 2020 | May 20, 2020 |
We are looking forward to meeting you in person!
Making your payment in full two weeks before you arrive will help avoid delays with enrollment.
- Flywire by Peer Transfer: Please visit the University of Mississippi’s flywire portal to complete the transfer process. Please note that you cannot use a U.S. credit card or U.S. bank account.
Please complete the following forms:
- Immunization Requirement: Complete this mandatory health and immunization requirement prior to your arrival and bring it with you to campus.
- FERPA Disclosure Form: Complete this form prior to your arrival.
- Health History Form
HELPFUL RESOURCES
NEXT STEPS BROCHURE
This useful brochure is full of information on your I-20 paperwork required for your visa, what you should pack and other tips to prepare you for your arrival to the University of Mississippi campus.
IMMIGRATION GUIDE
This guide will help you learn more about the process for getting your F-1 visa and arriving in Mississippi.
PRE-ARRIVAL
CHECKLIST
Check off everything on this list to ensure you have completed all the steps before you arrive and bring everything you need to the University of Mississippi campus.