Incoming Students
Updates
COVID 19
We will continue to follow government and public health guidance as we make decisions about programs for the fall semester, including orientation activities. You can find out more about Macalester’s COVID-19 response on Macalester’s dedicated COVID-19 site.
Pre-Departure
See our Pre-Departure Checklist for everything you need to do before you leave home, as well as other important information/resources (visa applications, phones, winter clothes, etc).
International Student Handbook
Useful Links
Pre-Orientation for International Students (PO4IS)
PO4IS is required for all new first-year, exchange and transfer students who are in the U.S. on F-1, J-1 or other non-immigrant visa.
ISP Mentoring
All incoming international students and Ametrica participants are paired with returning students who serve as mentors.
Ametrica Program
Ametrica aims to promote dialogue, intercultural sensitivity, and friendship between first year international and domestic students.
Apply for Ametrica through the New Student Portal.
All Student Orientation
A mandatory orientation for all first-year, exchange, and transfer students starting at Macalester.
SEVIS Transfer
Fill out the SEVIS Transfer Form if you have attended school in the US prior to coming to Macalester.
Student Employment
On-campus employment is considered a form of financial aid. Students authorized to work on campus by the Financial Aid Office may do so without any special work authorization.