before you arrive:
Before you arrive to the U.S. be sure to accomplish all the tasks outlined on our pre-arrival guide.
AS you arrive:
Arriving to the United States
If you are preparing for your arrival into the U.S., access this link to review documents you need to carry with you, what to expect at the Port of Entry etc.
Once you arrive:
Attend International Student Orientation (Required)
Orientation for all new, incoming international students is required. Visit our orientation page to register and learn more!
Immigration Document Review (Required)
All new to CSU international students must complete a mandatory Immigration Document Review.
Failure to complete this requirement will result in serious immigration consequences and will result in a hold being placed on your account. Students must be in the United States before completing the Immigration Document Review.
Submit Your Health Records (Required)
Before you can register for your second semester classes, you are required to submit a health history form and email all previous immunization records to [email protected].
Your records must show proof of immunity against measles (two doses), mumps (two doses), and rubella (two doses). If you are missing any, you may schedule an appointment with the CSU Health Network to get vaccinated.
For more information, review the Immunization section of the CSU Health Network website, and the New Student Checklist for the CSU Health Network.
Get Your RamCard
Your RamCard is your personal ID card on campus and is your ticket to just about everything at Colorado State University.
Visit the RamCard office to get the process started as soon as you arrive!
Buy Your Textbooks
Once registered for classes, log on to Canvas and look at the syllabus for each of your classes. The syllabus will provide a list of the textbooks you will need. Remember to budget for the high cost of textbooks, and look for previously-used textbooks.
The CSU Bookstore, in the lower level of the Lory Student Center, has both new and used textbooks available for purchase. Online resources like Amazon also have both new and used textbooks for purchase or rental, but make sure you will get them in time for the start of your class.
Set-up Banking
If you’d like to open a U.S. bank account, you must go to the bank in person. Bring with you your passport, I-20, and current banking information.
FNBO is a banking partner of Colorado State University and is located on campus in the Lory Student Center.
Other banks in Fort Collins:
Canvas Bank | Chase Bank | First Bank | Key Bank | US Bank | Wells Fargo
Set-up U.S. Cell Phone
Visit our cell-phones resource page to learn about the process of getting a cell-phone in the U.S., plans to consider, provider options and more.
Make a Transportation Plan
Learn about ways to get off campus by walking, biking, using a car or public transportation.
Visit our transportation resource page to consider your options.
Get Connected with International Programs
Stay involved with our office! We host lots of events and programs throughout the year to engage with our international community, and we don’t want you to miss out on the fun.
Sign up for the Events and Programs Newsletter.
Follow us on Instagram! International Programs and International Student and Scholar Services.