Preparing for Georgetown

Before You Arrive
- Visa & Pre-Arrival Guides
- Health Insurance & Immunizations
- Off Campus Housing Research
- Resources for Families

Once You Arrive
- Transportation & Parking
- Money Matters
- Supermarkets & Restaurants
- Cell Phone Providers
- Safety

Quick Links
- Interactive Campus Map
- Printable Campus Map
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Pre-Departure Checklist

Information for New Students & Scholars

Welcome to Georgetown! Our office provides many resources and services to assist you in your transition to life and learning at Georgetown University. We look forward to welcoming you to the Georgetown community. If you have any questions about the information below, please contact your International Student & Scholar (IS) Advisor.

Visa & Pre-Arrival Guides for New Students & Scholars

- Graduate, Undergraduate, and SFS-Q Students
- Short-term & Semester Non-Degree Programs (includes TFAS, CLED, & Semester in Washington)
- Exchange Programs
- J-1 Scholars (Professors, Research Scholars, Short-term Scholars & Specialists)
- J-1 Interns

New Student & Scholar Orientations

International Graduate Orientation (IGO)
International Pre-Orientation (IPO)
International Scholar Orientation

On-Campus Move-In

OIP Exchange Students with Confirmed On-Campus Housing
Date: Monday, August 22nd
Time: 4:00pm - 7:00pm

All Undergraduate Degree-Seeking Students
Date: Tuesday, August 23rd
Time: 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Note: Students who are not able to arrive by 7:00pm on the assigned move-in day must find temporary accommodation until the following day.

Off-Campus & Temporary Housing Resources