Understand Visas and Required Documents
I-20, DS-2019, Financial Certification, Visas & Visa Rewewals, I-94, Change of Visa Status, SAVE Verification
Note: These steps should be completed after you have obtained your Form I-20. Newly admitted students should do these steps in order:
Set Up Your University Accounts
What university accounts do I need to fully prepare for life as a USC student?
Submit Your Immunization Records & TB Test
Which immunization records and medical tests are required?
Secure Health Insurance
How do I obtain the univeristy health insurance or procure an acceptable alternative plan?
Airport Arrival
Which airports are closest to USC?
Lift Your Citizenship Verification Hold
How do I lift the citizenship verification hold as an international student?
*ISSS office
Complete International Student Orientation
What is international student orientation and how do I complete it?
*ISSS office
Register for Classes
How do I register for classes at USC?
New freshmen will attend New Student Orientation and register during a meeting with their academic advisor.