Pre-Departure for International Students
We are so glad that you chose the University of Maine!! Please read the information on the Arrival Checklist, Arrival and Orientation links to help you prepare for your travel to Maine. When you finalize your plans, please submit your arrival information to us so we know when to expect you.
Fall Semester
Arrival Form Fall 2026 (coming soon) We ask all students to submit the arrival form, even if they do not require a pickup at the Bangor airport, bus station or hotel, and even if you plan to live off campus.
Students should arrive August 25, 2026.
Spring Semester
Arrival Form Spring 2026 – Students should plan to arrive Tuesday, January 13, 2026.
Pre-arrival Zoom Sessions
All sessions will begin at 9 am EST and will last about 1 hour. Admitted students will be sent an email invitation with a registration and Zoom link. A video of the session will be posted after each session.
Upcoming webinars for SPRING 2026:
November 13: Visa and Arrival Information
November 19: Housing, Employment and Managing Finances
December 4: Health Insurance and Health Care in the U.S.
December 18: Questions and Answers on any topic.
Recordings of previously held sessions are available below.