Orientation
For most people, it's intimidating to study abroad as an international student. We have designed orientation so that you get a feel for what it's like to be a student at Cascadia and give you information you need to get off to a good start.
Orientation Dates
New international students are required to attend the four day orientation prior to beginning their studies at Cascadia. Orientations are offered every quarter and generally take place the week before classes start. We adhere to these deadlines, but late applicants will be reviewed on a case by case basis.
Contact the International Programs Office as soon as possible if you will not be able to attend this mandatory orientation to setup alternate arrangement: international@cascadia.edu.
| Quarter |
Overseas |
Transfer Deadline |
Class Dates |
Orientation Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2024 | May 24, 2024 | June 17, 2024 | July 1, 2024 - August 22, 2024 | June 24, 2024 - June 27, 2024 |
| Fall 2024 | August 15, 2024 | September 9, 2024 | September 25, 2024 - December 13, 2024 | September 17, 2024 - September 20, 2024 |
| Winter 2025 | November 27, 2024 | December 19, 2024 | January 6, 2024 - March 21, 2025 | December 30, 2024 - December 31, 2024 |
| Spring 2025 | February 2, 2025 | March 13, 2025 | March 31, 2025 - June 13, 2025 | March 24, 2025 - March 27, 2025 |
What to Bring
Please make sure to bring the following items to orientation.
- Current valid passport
- F-1 visa stamp (in your passport)
- I-20 form
- Your address and telephone number in the United States
- A valid email address that you check regularly
- Your Cascadia student ID number
What to Expect
Orientation normally starts at 9:00 am and finishes at 4:00 pm, so please make sure you do not plan anything else during this time. Detailed orientation schedule will be sent to new students via email, and below is what you can expect to take place during the week.
- Meet the IP staff and your fellow international students
- Learn important information to be a successful student at Cascadia, such as:
- Immigration
- Health Insurance
- Academics
- Culture Shock
- Banking
- Tour the campus to learn about the resources available to you
- Complete class registration
- Pay tuition and fees
- Explore the greater Seattle area