1. Preparing for
Oklahoma City University

2. Welcome!
What do I do now?
What do I need to know about being a student at OCU?
Applying for a visa
Academic integrity
Finding a place to live
Campus resources
What do I do when I arrive in Oklahoma City?
Student handbook and code of conduct
Airport pickup
What can I do throughout the year?
Shopping trips
Dealing with homesickness
Enrolling in classes
Getting involved 
Orientation

3. Applying for a Visa Good luck!
Documents to bring to your visa interview:
Your I-20
Visa application form (DS-160)
Your valid passport
One 2”X 2” photo
Visa application (DS-160)fee receipt
SEVIS (I-901) fee receipt
Transcripts and diplomas
TOEFL or IELTS score report
Financial documentation
Pay the $350 SEVIS (I-901) fee at Be sure you print your receipt.
Each consulate or embassy has their own procedure for applying for an F-1 student visa. You can find a list of them here:
Follow you embassy’s instructions to schedule an interview, complete the Form DS 160 (visa application) and pay the application fee. (Be sure to print this receipt too).
When you go for your interview, bring all your important documents, stay calm, and answer questions openly and honestly.
Good luck!

4. Finding a Place to Live On-campus Housing
Required for all OKCU students until they turn 21
Dorm and apartment options
Apply as soon as possible
       
$250 housing deposit to reserve your spot. (Pay through BlueLink account)
Off-campus Housing
Internet search for “apartments near Oklahoma City University”

5. Airport Pickup & Shopping Trips
August 10 & 11, 2019 between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Sign up in advance!
Shopping trips 
Schedule and details will be sent by . Sign up in advance by sending an to

6. Enrollment Appointment
Set up an appointment by ing your admission counselor (listed on your admission letter) prior to your arrival
Meet your counselor at International Admissions upon your arrival
Bring your official/original documents
Have your documents checked, register for classes, make payment arrangements, and get your Student ID card
Ask any questions you have!
Documents to bring:
Passport
I-20
Official transcripts
Official graduation certification and/or degree certificate
Original financial documents

7. Orientation All international students are required to attend!
Monday August 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 
Pick up a welcome bag & win door prizes
Important info sessions (immigration, Title IX)
Campus resources
Meet other international students
Free breakfast & lunch!

8. Academic Integrity
Plagiarism: Presenting someone else’s work or ideas as your own
Even copying one sentence from someone else’s work is considered plagiarism. 
If you use ideas from or directly quote another source, you must cite that source. 
Group Work
Unless your professor specifically says you can work together on an assignment, you must complete the assignment alone.
Cheating: Using any unauthorized materials to help your academic performance 
Ex: copies of test materials, calculators when not allowed, using notes on exam when the professor has not specifically said it is open note, getting help on an exam from other students
Oklahoma City University takes academic honesty very seriously.  The consequences for cheating or plagiarizing can range from redoing the assignment, to an automatic F in the course, all the way to dismissal from the university.

9. Campus Resources We are here to help! Professor office hours
Academic Advisors
Learning Enhancement Center -
Provides tutoring, writing assistance, and English conversation practice
University Counseling Office
International Admissions Office

10. Student Handbook & Code of Conduct
Student Code of Conduct
Please review these documents before starting your semester at OKCU.

11. Dealing with Homesickness
Being homesick is normal; it is not a sign of weakness.
Try to stay healthy by eating healthy foods and exercising
Stay in touch with friends and family at home, but make new friends too!
Remember why you came
Don't hesitate to visit University Counseling!
Get involved in activities on campus

12. Getting Involved International Student Association (ISA)
Other international organizations (Indian Student Association, Chinese Student Association, etc.)
Intramural sports
Student government
government-association/

13. See you soon! Aaron Kelly Star Dawn Megumi International Admissions
Ann Lacy Admissions & Visitor Center (2nd floor)
Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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