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We are excited that you will be joining us for Fall 2025!

Below you will find information about preparing for your arrival, campus orientation, and international student support services as you transition to Fairleigh Dickinson University.  You will also find information on opportunities both academic and extracurricular available at FDU.


If you have already started STEP 1 or STEP 3 and are returning to complete these submissions - log in to your My ISP portal by clicking here (Please do not restart the programs.)
 
Follow these steps to complete your SEVIS Check-in process at FDU for Fall 2025

STEP 1: Pre-Arrival Modules 
Please read the instructions carefully and complete the Pre-Orientation Modules prior to your arrival to the FDU campus.
►  F-1 students
►  J-1 students

STEP 2:  Complete MANDATORY Health Requirements (URGENT!)
► Please access the Medicat Patient Portal where you will be given instructions on how to complete your medical records.
Instructions are available at fdu.edu/SHSMetro (Metropolitan Campus) and fdu.edu/SHSFlorham (Florham Campus).  

For Health Clearance questions:
​Florham Campus Department of Student Health Services – 973-443-8535 - fdu.edu/SHSFlorham 
Metropolitan Campus Department of Student Health Services – 201-692-2437 - fdu.edu/SHSMetro 

STEP 3 F-1/J-1 SEVIS Check-in (Due August 25, 2025)
SEVIS Check-In is required of all F-1 and J-1 international students for SEVIS registration. This section can only be completed AFTER you have arrived in the U.S. AND have a U.S. residential address.  Your US address will be recorded in the SEVIS system and is required to initiate your visa status at FDU.  You are allowed to enter the U.S. 30 days from the Program Start Date on your Form I-20 or DS-2019.  If attempt to complete this form before your arrival or if you have questions about this, please email ISS@fdu.edu. 
► F-1/J-1 Student SEVIS Check-in
 
We will see you at International Student Orientation!
It is MANDATORY for all new/transfer students who will study on an F-1 or J-1 student visa to attend International Student Orientation. This orientation covers very important information about maintaining visa status, safety and wellness resources, tips for cultural adjustment, and much more. 


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If you have questions regarding the process, you can contact us via email at ISS@fdu.edu.