Check your Vanderbilt email for updates and visit the Welcome website for more information.
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June 30
New students seeking academic, dining or transportation accommodations due to limitations related to disability should contact the Student Access Office (SAO) as early as possible or prior to June 30; however, SAO reviews requests throughout the year.
To receive reasonable accommodations for a sincerely held religious belief or practice, you should submit the Religious Reasonable Accommodation Request Form to Equal Opportunity and Access (EOA). The form must be completed before Vanderbilt can make any accommodation recommendations. Additional information is available online.
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Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP)
July 15
All eligible Vanderbilt students are automatically enrolled in and billed for the annual Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) unless you submit a waiver by July 15 and are approved.
The waiver form is available at vanderbilt.myahpcare.com/waiver between June 17 and July 15. For more details about the insurance plan, including waiver criteria and cost information, please visit the Student Care Network website.
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Check Your Enrollment Services (YES) & Action Items
Log into Your Enrollment Services (YES) Portal to check your progress on several of the critical tasks and input your emergency contact information. Note it takes up to four days for changes in YES to appear within the portal.
Other Action Items
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Move-In & Orientation
Wednesday, August 19
Housing assignments and move-in instructions are emailed on or around August 1. First-year international students will move in between 8 a.m. CT and 8 p.m. CT on August 19. Additional information about move-in is available online, including a list of items to bring and not to bring.
International Student Orientation (ISO) is required for new international students and begins on August 19. At the conclusion of ISO, you will join your domestic peers to participate in the required CommonVU Orientation. For more information, visit the ISO webpage.
The Pre-Arrival Form will be available in the Housing Portal beginning June 15. Please complete the form by July 15 so we can prepare for your arrival.
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International Student Orientation for U.S. Citizens Living Abroad
Domestic students living abroad are invited to participate in International Student Orientation (ISO), which begins with move-in on August 19. If you would like to join ISO and have not already indicated this, please email commons@vanderbilt.edu by July 15. ISO participants may also request free airport transportation and pre-purchase a $55 linen package.
Students not participating in ISO will move in with their peers on August 22—no further action is needed. The ISO schedule will be posted at vu.edu/international-student-orientation.
Questions? Email commons@vanderbilt.edu or housing@vanderbilt.edu for support.
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Dining and Meal Plan
Meal plans are available to all Vanderbilt students. All students living on campus are required to participate in a meal plan based on their cohort year. Additional information about meal plans is available online, including information about Commodore Cash, Meal Money, VandyCart and Taste of Nashville partners. The deadline to select any funds for a Commodore Card is July 25. If you wish to add money to your meal plan through the Meal Money Buy-Up, these changes should be made by July 31. A full list of dining locations can be found on the Campus Dining website.
Campus Dining offers resources to help you navigate food allergies, health conditions or other dietary restrictions, including a registered dietitian, an online nutrition calculator and more. Visit the Campus Dining website for more details.
Learn more about Campus Dining.
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Campus Mail
All students have access to a campus mailbox located in Rand Hall. You will receive your four-digit private mailbox (PMB) number in August with your room assignment information. Please address mail and packages to your PMB address using the specified format. Mail and packages should never be addressed to residence halls. Please do not begin shipping packages to campus for move-in until August 5. More information about shipping packages for move-in is available on the Mail Services website.
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Student Wellbeing
We are here to support your transition to college. You are encouraged to explore and proactively discover the resources available to you through the Student Care Network (SCN), which includes Student Care Coordination, Center for Student Wellbeing and the University Counseling Center. It is crucial to arrive on campus with knowledge of your health needs and medications, including any allergies and doses. Make sure you have an ample supply of medication and consider discussing a care plan with your healthcare provider. It is normal to experience a short wait for an appointment within the SCN, especially during busy periods of the year. We encourage you to reach out early to ensure you get the support you need when you need it. If you have questions about transitioning your medical care, the Student Health Center is available to help.
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Career Opportunities & Resources
Student employment opportunities offer students flexible, on and off-campus jobs to offset the cost of attendance and gain career experience. Vanderbilt offers an online part-time job bank called HireADore, where students can find on-campus opportunities.
Visit the Career Center website for advice on building your resume, writing cover letters, internships and interviewing. If you plan to work on campus, you must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification after accepting your first job offer. International students should also consult with International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) before beginning any employment. More information regarding employment opportunities for international students will be provided during International Student Orientation.
Visit the I-9 webpage for details and a list of acceptable documents.
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First-Year Information Sessions
Throughout the summer, join us for a series of information sessions to learn more about your Vanderbilt experience. The sessions can be accessed via the Residential Colleges website.
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In case you missed it: Entering the Vanderbilt Community: Curiosity and Connection | May 20 Recording
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Preparing for International Student Orientation | June 24, 8 – 9 a.m. CT
- Residence Life Revealed: A Conversation with Housing & Dining | July 8, 6 – 7 p.m. CT
- New International Student Virtual Meet & Greet | July 29, 8 – 9 a.m. CT
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Vandy, I'm Home: Unpacking What to Expect on Move-In Day | August 5, 6 – 7 p.m. CT
- Dialogue at Vanderbilt: A Conversation with Campus Leaders and Students | August 12, 6 – 7 p.m. CT
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Pre-Arrival Informational Sessions
Each summer, International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) hosts a series of virtual pre-arrival sessions to get you prepared for arrival and help you maximize your experience and success. Topics include navigating the visa interview, employment, safety and more. Sessions will be recorded and shared online, but ISSS encourages you to attend live on Zoom. See the full schedule and register.
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