Orientation for International Students
As a new incoming reciprocal exchange (REEP) student to Texas A&M University, it is mandatory that you participate in the following orientations:
1. The Texas A&M University Study Abroad Office will hold a special ORIENTATION for all REEP students. It is mandatory that you attend this orientation conducted by Ben Petty. Please see the following link for the study abroad office agenda and schedule.
Click Here for the TAMU Study Abroad REEP Orientation Schedule
2. As an international student, the Texas A&M University International Student Services (ISS) office also presents a mandatory Orientation & Check-In program. The following link will take you to the ISS Orientation & Check-In page and will provide you with their orientation schedules, agenda and documents required for check-in.
Click Here for the TAMU International Student Services ORIENTATION & CHECK-IN
3. VISA: Exchange students are required to obtain a J-1 visa.
Click Here for Applying for a Student Visa
4. Health Insurance: All exchange students are required to have health insurance during their stay. Please follow these guidelines carefully.
Click Here for detailed Health Insurance Instructions
5. International Student Welcome Guide
Click Here for the TAMU International Student Welcome Guide
6. Accommodation: Please remember that it is the student's responsibility to secure houseing for the duration of the student's time here at Texas A&M.
- On-campus Housing: The University offers on-campus housing for undergraduate students only. Undergraduate students will receive on-campus housing application information in their acceptance packet.
- Off-campus Housing: Graduate students and undergraduate students who prefer to live off-campus can find additional housing information at the link below: