Information about UCEAP and MBA Exchange Orientation

• International Student Pre-Arrival Orientation

  • Required; Virtual
  • Hear from fellow international students and learn about UC Davis and life in the U.S.
  • Prepare for coming to UC Davis. Topics include Arriving in the U.S., Life in the U.S. and on Campus, Culture at UCD, and more!
  • You must complete Pre-Arrival Orientation to receive your Form DS-2019. 

• International Student Arrival Orientation

  • Required; Virtual
  • Learn about UCD academic policies and international student visa regulations.
  • Prepare to be a successful international student at UC Davis. Topics include enrollment requirements, reporting requirements, travel, and more.
  • You will receive access to the virtual arrival orientation by email after you arrive in the U.S. and complete the online check-in.

• UCEAP In-Person Orientation

  • Required; In-Person
  • When: January 8, 2025, 4:30 p.m.
  • Location: UC Davis International Center, room 3119
  • Attendance is mandatory for all J-1 visa holders

When to Arrive

All students coming to the U.S. to study on a DS-2019 can enter the United States up to 30 days before the program start date listed on these documents. We strongly recommend that students take advantage of this early arrival option to have enough time to recover from jet lag, become familiar with the campus and community, and finalize housing before beginning classes.

Transfer students may travel and re-enter the United States any time while between school programs. However, transfer students must re-enter with their UC Davis DS-2019, and not the previous school's document. They must also have a passport that is valid at least six months into the future, and a visa in their passport that is valid on the date of return to the United States.