Newly Accepted International Students

Find out how to get a student visa in our Frequently Asked Questions section.

Important Pre-Arrival Information for F-1 and J-1 Students

Pre-arrival General Information for Scholars Only

Airport Pickup Information

Information about the MANDATORY check-in with the International Center for new students

MANDATORY New International Student/Scholar Orientation 

Join Global Connections and other international clubs

Campus Maps (including directions to SMU from DFW International Airport and other locations)

You may also wish to look over the University's New@SMU site for new and incoming students