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Money ranks UI in the top three in the Northwest and in the top 11% out of 1,500 four-year universities in the nation — based on a combination of factors that include “educational quality, affordability and career outcomes.”
Your timeline.
This timeline will help you plan for the months ahead.
FEBRUARY
n SET UP YOUR VANDALWEB AND VANDALMAIL ACCOUNTS. n Explore your living options online and reserve your residence hall room. UI has GUARANTEED on campus housing for international students! n REGISTER FOR UIDAHO BOUND (an on campus visit day): Reserve a hotel room for Friday and/or Saturday. To make the most of your UIdaho Bound experience, pay your enrollment deposit on VandalWeb. This will enable you to register for classes. n JOIN US ON FACEBOOK! University of Idaho Admitted Students.
MARCH
n Accept your scholarship package posted to your VandalWeb account.
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n ATTEND A UIDAHO BOUND EVENT (optional): April 2: UIdaho Bound April 23: UIdaho Bound
MAY
n May 1: Enrollment deposit due. Secure your place at the University of Idaho. n Notify other schools about your choice to become a Vandal. n Watch your mail and VandalMail for information about how to register for New Student Orientation and Parent Orientation programs.
JUNE
n Send all final transcripts to the Office of Admissions. n Make hotel reservations for your family for move-in at the start of school. Accommodations fill up fast! n Purchase your plane ticket to arrive at the Moscow-Pullman Airport (code PUW) before orientation.
JULY
n Order textbooks online. n Watch for your university billing statement in the mail and on VandalWeb. n Sign up for International Student Orientation, Housing and Airport PickUp.
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n Pay all university fees before the first day of classes. n August 18–19: Attend International Student Orientation. n August 19–20: Attend New Student Orientation. n
MONDAY, AUGUST 22, 2016: First day of classes.
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April 2 or April 23 Now that you have been admitted, consider attending the UIdaho Bound event. This event is OPTIONAL for our international students, but please join us if you are able to!
Next Steps 1. Register for UIdaho Bound. Choose from one of these dates: April 2 or April 23. 2. Reserve a hotel room for you and your family. 3. Make travel arrangements. Maps and directions are available online. 4. Pay enrollment deposit to make the most of your UIdaho Bound experience.
You will learn about . . . Living n Tour campus and your many on-campus living options. n Explore downtown Moscow on Friday night in a special event dedicated to you and your family. n Learn about student clubs and campus activities. n Get your Vandal Card (your student ID).
Learning n Receive guidance from academic advisors. n Register for classes (If you’ve paid your enrollment deposit.) n Explore leadership programs. n Meet faculty and staff in your chosen area of study.
Paying n Get your financial aid package.
UIdaho Bound — An Idaho welcome for you and your family. This special event is our way of personally welcoming you and your family to the University of Idaho. Already made your enrollment deposit? Then UIdaho Bound is your chance to register for fall classes, and it’s a great opportunity to get face-to-face guidance about your next steps.
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Your finances
Next Steps 1. Set up your VandalWeb and VandalMail accounts online. 2. Look on VandalMail and VandalWeb in midMarch for your financial aid package notification. 3. Budget how you will pay for college using the Financial Planning Worksheet at www.uidaho. edu/financialaid. 4. Instruct any agencies that awarded you external scholarships to submit funds to the Financial Aid Office by August 1. 5. Look for your billing statement in July. 6. Pay fees before the first day of classes (August 22, 2016).
As an admitted student, you are automatically considered for all meritbased scholarships.
"Thanks to UI scholarship support, I earned my undergraduate degree without a huge financial burden, and I was able to apply the money I saved toward a medical degree." Mitch Odom ’13 Resident ER Physician University of Michigan Health System
Financing your education There are many ways you can get experiential, innovative learning and research opportunities at the University of Idaho. Our financial aid and scholarship programs, totaling more than $125 million each year, coupled with tuition and fees that are already below the national average, make obtaining a premier college education affordable.
Working on Campus Remember, as an international student, you are encouraged to work on campus for 20 hours a week. This is a great way to meet people and earn a little bit of spending money! Our students often work in offices, research labs, concert venues, or campus housing and dining.
Scholarships Money magazine ranked UI in the top three in the Northwest and in the top 11% out of 1,500 four-year universities in the nation for educational quality, affordability and career outcomes.
As an admitted student, you are automatically considered for all meritbased scholarships and out-of-state tuition assistance. No separate applications are required.
Money Education - BEAMS Watch for the future roll-out of our new BEAMS (Better Education About Money for Students) Program. It is an exciting new program to help you make wise choices about your money and borrowing.
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Living on campus Choose from a variety of on-campus living options.
With more than 900 international students from over 77 countries, you can experience a campus full of culture and diversity.
Next Steps 1. If you are able, attend a UIdaho Bound, April 2 or April 23, to learn about your living options, tour buildings, and get the opportunity to chat with current students. 2. Complete your residence hall application to choose your room. 3. Need more information for on-campus living options? Go to www.uidaho.edu/studentlife/live-on-campus
FIRST-YEAR AND TRANSFER STUDENTS: On-campus living ensures your success When you live on campus, you are at the center of student life. On-campus living at Idaho is convenient and fun. You will meet new friends, develop as an individual, and be conveniently located to all campus resources. On-campus living is cost-effective and the experience of a lifetime! What’s more, on-campus living is linked to academic success. Students who live on campus are more likely to have higher GPAs, feel more satisfied and graduate faster.
FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS: On-Campus Living Requirement On-campus living is a crucial part of your educational experience at the University of Idaho. New students are required to live on campus during their first year unless they meet certain exemption requirements. New students may choose from among 28 fraternity or sorority houses, 25 residence hall communities and a women’s cooperative. You may request an exemption from this requirement through the Office of the Dean of Students no later than May 15.
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Idaho’s vibrant student life experience is unlike any other. And when you live on Idaho’s residential campus, you are at the center of it all.
Next Steps 1. Discover more about campus life and the variety of student support offices online. 2. View slide shows, videos and student blogs of campus living groups and recreation at the Admitted Students website or the University of Idaho Admitted Students Facebook page. 3. Come to UIdaho Bound to experience campus life firsthand. You can take a campus tour, attend the Student Activities Fair and explore on-campus living options.
UI was ranked by Outside Magazine in 2014 as one of the “Top 25 Colleges” in the nation that offers a combination of exceptional outdoor recreation activities, an active student culture, and affordability.
“I really like the community atmosphere that both campus and Moscow offer. It feels like home very quickly, and you get a real college experience here."
Areli Arteaga Senior Political Science/Business Parma, Idaho
The experience of a lifetime awaits you As a Vandal, you will become part of a closeknit community that is bound by more than a century of rich tradition and pride. Here, you will build lifelong friendships, create cherished memories and undergo transformative experiences that will shape the person you are yet to become. And it all starts with our beautiful residential campus, where you will find vibrant living communities and outstanding student activities and recreation, as well as the extra support you need for a successful college life. Volunteerism is another important part of student life at the University of Idaho. Students volunteer 62,000 hours annually to service projects such as building orphanages in Peru, revitalizing rural towns, or developing online learning tools for children in Taiwan. n Get involved – Choose from more than 200 student organizations. n Make a difference – Participate in meaningful volunteer service projects. n Explore the outdoors – Hike, bike, ski, white-water raft and more.
Best College Reviews named the University of Idaho number 16 on its list of the “25 Most Amazing Campus Student Recreation Centers.
n Cheer on the Silver and Gold – Support Idaho’s NCAA Division I athletic teams. n Be entertained – Enjoy the active music and arts scene. n Work up a sweat – Keep fit at the Student Recreation Center and in intramural sports. n Establish support – Take advantage of student services and resources.
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Your academic success Registering for classes is a key step in securing your place in the University of Idaho family.
Next Steps 1. Submit test scores, advanced placement exam scores, and/or college credits, which will be used for English and math placement. 2. Check your major. If your interests have changed since your application for admission, contact the Office of Admissions. 3. Pay enrollment deposit. 4. Connect with your Academic Advisor to have them lift the Advising Hold and help you register for classes. You can do this in person, through email or on the phone!
UI graduates performed near the top among Northwest and California universities in Brookings Institute’s national ranking of student success after graduation.
Elyce Gosselin
Year in School: Senior Majors: Ecology and conservation biology and applied mathematics, with a minor in Spanish Hometown: Boise, Idaho
“It’s a cool feeling to be able to expand knowledge; to delve deeper and find answers to questions that haven’t been answered before.”
Register for classes When you have paid your enrollment deposit, you will be able to register for your classes. Your first step is to talk with your academic advisor in your department. You will receive help choosing your classes and setting up your schedule for fall semester.
Your major On your application for admission, you listed an area of study that interests you. But don’t worry if you are still unsure about your major. You can explore a wide range of potential career paths, and can learn about degree options you may have never before considered. With 124 majors, there’s sure to be an area of study that takes you where you want to go. Browse majors online using the UI Degree Finder search tool.
We care about your success At the University of Idaho you will have the extra academic support you may need to adjust to the challenges of college-level courses, including tutoring and one-on-one counseling, weekly workshops and writing assistance. Go online for a complete list of academic support programs and resources. The Vandal Career Center posts internships, holds job fairs and workshops and has career advisors to help you choose a major, improve your résumé and identify potential employers.
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Your family Parents, you are an important partner in your student’s transition to Idaho.
Vandal Family News Stay Informed.
Join the nearly 3,000 families who receive the University’s special parent newsletter emailed monthly by the Vice Provost for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management.
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Parent Resources The online Parents’ Guide is a resource just for families: You’ll find helpful links and important information on visiting campus, parent orientation, finances, support services, academic and events calendars, and much more.
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Congratulations on your student’s achievement. This is an exciting time for your entire family. There are many things you can do as a family member to help your student prepare for the transition to campus life: n Review the timeline found in this packet and online with your student. Draw attention to critical dates and deadlines. n Encourage your student to set up his or her VandalWeb and VandalMail accounts immediately and to frequently check the accounts for important notifications about financial aid and scholarships, housing, billing and more. n Remind your student to regularly visit the Admitted Students website and Facebook page for up-to-date information. n Attend special activities and workshops geared for families at either UIdaho Bound event. n Help your student stay organized by reading through this packet and watching for important information to come through their VandalMail email account. n Watch the mail for details about orientation events and billing. The University offers many services and resources to help you remain connected and engaged during your student’s, and your, transition. Once your student is enrolled, you will receive a monthly e-newsletter developed by the Vice Provost for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management. Be sure to visit the online Parents’ Guide for more pertinent information. You can sign up for both of these services at uidaho.edu/uiparents. Parent Orientation, which takes place on campus before the first day of classes on August 22, is also an excellent opportunity for you to learn about such topics as campus life, academic success and potential challenges. Learn how to adjust to your student going away to college.
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Community
Moscow, Idaho: Your City
Your Safety
Moscow is known for its scenic setting and vibrant arts and music scene. Our town is home to 24,000 residents and a wide range of student-minded businesses, including art galleries, movie theaters, coffee shops, a huge food co-op, local pubs and great eateries. The U-Idaho campus is in the heart of Moscow – within walking distance to downtown and minutes from area forests, rivers and lakes.
“I Got Your Back” is a campus-wide campaign that promotes Vandals taking care of each other to maintain a safe and inclusive community. We offer a variety of trainings, events and interventions to educate students, faculty and staff on how to safely and effectively care for each other, step in when something isn’t right, and offer appropriate resources.
Moscow is one of the nation’s five best places to live among college towns, according to Men’s Journal. It was also named in the top 8 in the nation for Best College Towns by livability.com.
Join one of our International Student Groups-or start a new one! n African Student Association n Brazilian Student Club n Chinese Students and Scholars Friendship Association n Indian Student Association n International Affairs Club n Iranian Students Club n Japanese Student Association n Sabor De La Raza n South Korean Students Association n Nepali Student Association n Saudi Students Club
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