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What’s next?
Follow these steps to prepare for your arrival!
Your next steps...
n SET UP YOUR VANDALWEB AND VANDALMAIL ACCOUNTS. Make sure to check your VandalMail regularly.
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n Explore your living options online and reserve your residence hall room. UI has GUARANTEED on campus housing for international students! n JOIN US ON FACEBOOK! - University of Idaho Admitted Students - UI American Language and Culture Program
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n Notify other schools about your choice to become a Vandal.
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n Send all final transcripts to the Office of Admissions. n Purchase your plane ticket to arrive at the Moscow-Pullman Airport (code PUW) before orientation.
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n Sign up for ALCP Orientation and Airport Pickup at uidaho.edu/international/alcp
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.”
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Living on campus Choose from a variety of on-campus living options.
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.
FIRST-YEAR AND TRANSFER STUDENTS: On-campus living ensures your success With more than 900 international students from over 77 countries, you can experience a campus full of culture and diversity.
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.
Next Steps 1. We encourage you to explore the residence halls on our website at uidaho.edu/student-life/live-on-campus 2. Complete your residence hall application to choose your room. 3. You will need to pay a $200 Housing security deposit to reserve your room. Register for housing early so you can get your first choice! 4. Check into your residence hall during ALCP orientation.
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“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."
Your campus
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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.
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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ALCP Orientation Make sure that you arrive in time to participate in our mandatory ALCP Orientation. During Orientation, you will:
Elyce Gosselin
Year in School: Senior Majors: Ecology and conservation biology and applied mathematics, with a minor in Spanish Hometown: Boise, Idaho
§§ Take the English Placement Exam §§ Meet your teachers and classmates §§ Register for classes §§ Tour the University of Idaho and Moscow §§ Move into housing §§ Learn about American academic culture
Your academic success Registering for classes is a key step in securing your place in the University of Idaho family.
“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.”
ALCP Course Work in Each Level FOUNDATIONAL SKILLS & BEGINNER LEVELS §§ Listening & Speaking §§ Reading & Composition §§ Grammar §§ Academic Skills §§ Extra Skill Support Courses
INTERMEDIATE & ADVANDED LEVELS §§ Listening & Speaking §§ Reading & Composition §§ Academic Writing & Research
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.
Concurrent Enrollment During ALCP Level 5 and 6, you are encouraged to get a head start on your degree by enrolling in a University of Idaho academic course. Additional tuition and fees may apply.
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Congratulations on your student’s achievement.
Your family Parents, you are an important partner in your student’s transition to Idaho.
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.
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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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.
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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.
Community
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
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.
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Read more in your own language! www.uidaho.edu/admissions/ international/explore-idaho
Translated Pages Arabic - ةيبرعلا ةغللا Chinese - 中文 Korean - 한국의 Portuguese - Português Spanish - Español Vietnamese - dân tộc Việt nam
Our American Language and Culture Program (ALCP) Staff are here to help you!
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Laila Cornwall
Ashleigh Bright
Kathryn Schiffelbein
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