We are excited to invite our new international students and scholars to experience Stetson University. Participate in programs below or ask about how to get involved. Schedule a meeting with us….and welcome!
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RESOURCE GUIDE FOR VISITING INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARS
Take advantage of everything Stetson, Deland and Florida has to offer! Click here for a guide to important details. Then, work with your designated school official (DSO) to ensure a productive stay in the U.S.
GUIDE TO STUDYING IN THE STATES
As international students in the United States, you must follow a specific set of rules. However, different rules apply depending on your student type and education level. Use this tool to create a guide for understanding these rules. Then, work with your designated school official (DSO) to ensure a productive stay in the U.S.A. Click here for details.
NEW INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORIENTATION
All new international students are welcomed each year with a special orientation program. You will receive information from WORLD prior to your arrival. In the meantime, take a peek below at scenes from Orientation. Or click here for more past orientation events.
NEW INTERNATIONAL PARENT ORIENTATION
Each year, Stetson University hosts a half-day orientation event for parents, family and friends of our new international students. Learn more below or click here for past orientation events
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ACADEMIC PROGRAMMING
Pre-advising
Academic advising
Writing Center programming
Letters of recommendation or support
LEADERSHIP AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Konkeros.com: Job search & employment engine
WORLD Council (leadership program)
OPTIONAL PRACTICAL TRANING (OPT) FOR F-1 STUDENTS
The following guide will help students with an F-1 visa status to apply for an OPT while studying in the U.S.
ACCUTURATION MENTORING
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Glacier Tax Prep Training Workshops
First Friends Program
English Conversation Groups
CULTURAL ENHANCEMENT
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Road Trips
Virtual programs
WORLD Fair
Social Events
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT EMERGENCY ENDOWMENT FUND
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This is the first Stetson scholarship founded by international students FOR international students. Click here for more details.
Questions? Contact Stetson’s international student & scholar services coordinator at [email protected] or connect with us at 386-822-8165.