New International Student Orientation
New international first-year, transfer, and graduate students are required to attend the International Student Orientation.
During orientation, you will learn how to:
- Maintain valid immigration status while studying in the U.S.
- Access F-1 student benefits
- Adapt to American culture and university expectations
- Learn about campus services and resources
- Get involved on campus with student organizations, such as the International Student Association.
- Attend the orientation designated for your degree level.
- ALL New International Students must attend orientation in person for Spring 2026
- In-Person orientation will provide lunch and a campus tour!
- You must RSVP For Orientation: RSVP Here (must be logged into CSULB SSO)
ORIENTATION SCHEDULE | ||
| Date / Time | Location | |
| Transfer Student Orientation | Thursday, January 15th, 2026 | 9:00 am | On Campus - HSCI Building |
| Freshman Student Orientation | Thursday, January 15th, 2026 | 9:00 am | On Campus - HSCI Building |
| Graduate Student Orientation | Thursday, January 15th, 2026 | 9:00 am | On Campus - HSCI Building |
MANDATORY: International Student Campus Safety and Health Title IX Online Workshop
Required For ALL NEW International Students
- Date: January 8th
- Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm PST (California Time)
- Location: Zoom: https://csulb.zoom.us/j/82403340679
Campus Tour
Join us to explore all the essential campus resources available at CSULB! Meet representatives from offices across campus, learn about services like academic support, health and wellness, and get to know your new campus!
- Date: January 15th, 2026
- Time: 1:00pm
- Location: HSCI Building
- No registration necessary
Banking in the US Workshop- In person
This workshop will feature a special presentation by Bank Of America. The session aims to improve the knowledge of the Banking system to International Students and tips to help them develop better money habits. The session will also cover the steps to open a bank account in the U.S.
More details to come soon!
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CPT Workshop & COE Student CPT Information - in Person
Join our advisors to learn all about CPT, including the requirements and application process. This workshop is specifically designed for transfer and graduate students.
More details to come soon!
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Library Information Session - Online
More details to come soon!
- Date: Thurs, January 15, 2026
- Time: 3:00 pm
- Location: Via Zoom
On-Campus Employment Information Session - Online
A highly demanded information session to learn all about the on-campus job opportunities we have at CSULB. Whether you plan on trying to get an on-campus job right away, or in the future, don't miss this webinar!
More details to come soon!
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Graduate Center Information Session - Online
More details to come soon!
- Date: Thurs, January 15, 2026
- Time: 2:00 pm
- Location: Via Zoom
Career Development Center and Interstride Information Session
More details to come.
- Date: Friday, January 16, 2026
- Time: 1:30 pm
- Location: Via Zoom
