Congratulations on your acceptance to East Tennessee State University! We are looking
forward to welcoming you to our campus here in Johnson City, Tennessee. Between now
and arriving on campus, there are a variety of next steps that you need to complete.
Take a look at the list below and please let us know if you have any questions. We're
here to help!
Next Steps for Accepted Students
- Step #1: Activate Your ETSU Accounts
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Visit www.etsu.edu/activate to activate your ETSU account. You will need your ETSU E-Number which was in your acceptance letter. Account activation will give you access to your ETSU email account and register for New Student Orientation.
- Step #2: Request Your ETSU I-20
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Approximately 4 days after your offer of admission, you will receive an email to request your official I-20. This email contains a personalized link for you to request your I-20. We recommend starting this process as soon as possible because you will need an I-20 for your visa appointment (see Step #4). If you need us to resend this email, please email us at international@etsu.edu or send a WhatsApp message to +1 423-439-6699.
- Step #3: Apply for On-Campus Housing
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You can apply for on-campus housing here: On-Campus Housing Application. ETSU offers 10 different on-campus housing options for you to choose from! Check out this video for a tour of one of our buildings (Governors Hall).
- Step #4: Schedule Your Visa Appointment
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You can start the student visa application process as soon as you have your ETSU I-20. Please visit this website to schedule a visa interview in the city closest to you. Please keep in mind that your visa interview must be within 120 days of the entry date listed on your I-20.
- Step #5: Register for New Student Orientation
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All new students are required to complete New Student Orientation. Complete this orientation to reserve your place as a new ETSU student. Please log in to the Orientation system using your ETSU username and password (see Step #1). If you have specific questions about the orientation process, please contact orientation@etsu.edu.
- Step #6: Sign up for International Buccaneer Buddies
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International Buccaneer Buddies (IBB) is a program to help new international students adjust positively to life here at ETSU. The program promotes friendship and international understanding. Students who apply to IBB will be paired with a volunteer student buddy who will assist in adjusting to the new life here at ETSU. This student will help in the first month and throughout the rest of the year.Click here to sign up for IBB.
