After You're Accepted

Apply for your F-1 or J-1 visa as soon as you receive your I-20 or DS-2019 Form.

• Be sure to pay the fee. Proof of SEVIS fee payment will be required to schedule your visa appointment at the U.S embassy or consulate. For more information, please visit https://www.ice.gov/sevis
• If your request for an F-1 visa is denied, please read the following information https://udetivisa.com/what-to-do-if-your-f-1-student-visa-is-rejected/ 

Submit your record of Meningococcal Meningitis immunization to UTSA Wellness 360 by mail or fax.

• This requirement only applies to students under the age of 22.
• Immunization records must be translated into English. This must be done before orientation. For information, contact Wellness 360 at 210-458-4142 or Wellness360@utsa.edu

Submit your QuantiFERON Gold Tuberculosis (TB) or T-spot blood test result to UTSA Student Health Services by mail or fax.

• Your result must be translated into English. This must be done before orientation.
  For more information, contact Wellness 360 at 210-458-4142 or Wellness360@utsa.edu 
• If your country does not provide QuantiFERON Gold Tuberculosis tests, you can take a TB test once you arrive in the U.S.

Notify the English Language Center you will be attending New International Student Orientation.

• Contact us at 210-458-7677 or englishlanguagecenter@utsa.edu

Make your travel arrangements.

• Arrive at least one day BEFORE New International Student Orientation. If you miss orientation, you may not have enough time to complete all the requirements and may not be able to register for classes.

• Attend New International Student Orientation
• Take Placement Test
• Attend New International Student Welcome Party to meet other UTSA international students
• Pick up your UTSA Student ID card
• Pay tuition and fees at UTSA Fiscal Services
• Meet faculty and staff of the Academic English Program

Once you complete orientation week, the English Language Center will register you for your classes.