International Student Orientation

International Student Orientation is a welcome program at Washington College. This program is mandatory for all incoming international students. Upon arrival at Washington College, students in the fall will have a one-week orientation program that will take them step-by-step through everything that they need to know as International Students at this institution. Students arriving in the spring will have a three-day orientation.

During Orientation, you will discover Washington College and the surrounding waterfront town of Chestertown, Mayland. You will meet other international and domestic students while learning important information that will help your transition to Washington College be smooth and successful. There will be time to get student IDs, set up bank accounts, shop, and get American cell phones.

The orientation program aims to (1) help you with the initial adjustment and acclimatization to the U.S. and Washington College; (2) ensure that you have an overview of the academic system in the U.S. and time to meet with your advisor; (3) meet and get to know other international students and incoming U.S. students; (4) familiarize you with campus and the community of Chestertown.

If you have any questions about the orientation program, do not hesitate to contact us at geoFREEwashcoll.

international Student handbook

Spring 2024 Orientation Dates

January 17 - International Student Arrival Day
January 17-21 - Orientation
January 22 - Classes start

The Global Education Office looks forward to working with you. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us!

International Student Orientation

The GEO Team

Spring 2024 Orientation Dates