International Student and Scholar Services

Important Dates

Mark your calendar! 

2023-24 Academic Calendar with Holidays

Fall 2023 - Important Dates for International Wildcats

April 25U.S. Visa Virtual Workshop
June 1Official Intent to Enroll at Chico State (+ $200 deposit) - deadline
July 15

Health Insurance Enrollment Portal Opens 

July 16First Date New Students May Enter the U.S. 
July 26

Registration Fee Payment (+ $100 new student fee) - deadline

F-1 Visa Type Only

July 31Airport Shuttle Reservation Form - deadline 
August 1 International Wildcat "Final Arrival" Form - deadline
August 12Free University Airport Shuttle - Sacramento Int'l Airport - 5 pm 
August 15-16Mandatory International Wildcat Welcome Orientation Seminar 
August 21Fall Semester Courses Begin - attendance required in U.S. system
September 1

Nonresident Tuition Fees (degree-seeking students only) - deadline

Deadline (Last Day) to Enroll in Health Insurance Plan 

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