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Events and Resources for New Students

The Office of International Services offers a variety of programs to help new students connect with other international students while learning about all Baltimore has to offer.

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    Senior Student Talk

    July 10, 2026
    10:30 am-noon
    online

    This session is designed to help new international students familiarize themselves with specific elements of US academic culture, with the goal of identifying specific actions that students can take to be successful in their studies. In addition, new students will meet with senior students in related programs who will share their experiences and views about life and study at the UMB.

    Registration is required.

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    Global Kick Off

    September 2, 2026
    4-6 pm
    SMC Campus Center Elm Ballrooms     

    Join us for the Global Kick Off, where our international community joins with UMB students, scholars, and faculty interested in global issues to connect, share resources, and engage with global programming. Attendees will play global trivia, enjoy international food, and learn about globally focused events, interest groups, courses, programs, and more at UMB. 

    Registration is required.

Off-Campus Housing

Baltimore offers a variety of housing options! Whether you want to live close to campus or in one of Baltimore’s 250 neighborhoods, there’s a community that will meet your needs. With a mix of apartment buildings, rowhouses, and single-family homes, there are options for different budgets and preferences. UMB's Housing Resources provides key information to help you make an informed housing decision.

Academic Life Support

Student Organizations

UMB offers a diverse selection of school-specific and University-wide student organizations. Take a look and see if one of them is right for you! Some globally-focused student groups include the Chinese Student and Scholar Association, the Indian Association, the International Student Organization, the Jewish Student Association, the Muslim Student and Scholars Association, and United Students of African Descent.

Contact

Office of International Services

621 W. Lombard Street
Suite 330
Baltimore, MD 21201

410-706-7488 Fax: 410-706-0265 ois-info@umaryland.edu

Please visit the Contact Us page for our hours and advising services.

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