International Student Orientation

What you will gain from International Student Orientation:

• You will get to connect with our ISO family
• You will learn about your campus resources:
  • Academic Success Center
  • English Language Learner (ELL)
  • Koinonia Mentorship Peer Mentors program
  • SEVIS/F-1 Visa guidance
• You will have time of solitude for resting and recharging during orientation to accustom to your new environment

There's a lot to learn about being an international student at Gordon College, and we can't wait for you to see all that is in store. Whether you are starting the semester on-campus or off-campus, you are part of our Gordon College international family. See you soon!  

International Orientation Options:

We encourage incoming international students to participate in one of our introductions to Gordon College before the New Student Welcome Week. We offer our International Student Orientation or the La Vida Expedition trip as a memorable and vibrant way to transition to Gordon College. However, we strongly encourage the International Student Orientation, especially for those new to the United States! 

International Student Orientation

The ISO Orientation is filled with short, engaging events, time to relax, worship, devotionals, and exploring the surrounding area. Incoming international students will have the opportunity to connect with the ISO (International Student Office) family, which consists of both incoming and current international students and current faculty and staff. 

Dates: August 21–August 23, 2024
Please arrive on campus the morning of August 21. We offer Airport Pickup services from Logan International Airport. If you need this service, fill out the airport pickup form. 

La Vida Expedition

The La Vida Expedition is a great opportunity to connect with incoming freshmen from your graduating class. You will undertake 12 days in the wilderness in a canoeing or hiking group led by trained trip leaders. Click the link for further information on how to sign up. Dates: August 11–August 22, 2024

New Student Welcome Week

This is the General Orientation for all students. International Students will join the general orientation on Friday the 23rd. Click the link for further information on General Orientation. Dates: August 23–August 27, 2024

Please bookmark the Gordon College Four-Year Academic Calendar for the exact dates of important events like the first day of class and the last day of final exams. Final exam dates and times are not flexible; do not book travel before your final exams are completed.