The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

New International Student Orientation

New International Student Orientation

Our orientation program for international students will help you meet fellow students and gain important information.

It covers key topics, including:

  • International admissions
  • Immigration rules and regulations
  • Academic requirements
  • Advising and financial services
  • Housing and health care
  • Career placement
  • Campus technical support
  • And much more

All newly international students at UTRGV are required to attend a one-day International Student Orientation the week before classes start. No exceptions.

 

Summer I 2026 Orientations
First Day of Class
Monday, June 8th, 2026
Brownsville
Thursday, June 4th, 2026
Edinburg
Friday, June 5th, 2026
Summer II 2026 Orientations
First Day of Class
Thursday, July 16th, 2026
Brownsville
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Edinburg
Wednesday, July 15 2026
Fall 2026 Orientations
First Day of Class
Wednesday, Aug 26, 2026
Brownsville
Monday, Aug 24, 2026
Edinburg
Tuesday, Aug 25, 2026