Exchange Student Newsletter: Arrival, Move-In, and Orientation

Welcome!

Hello students!

Welcome to the sixth newsletter for fall 2023 exchange students at Washington University in St. Louis.

As a reminder, you can access all information for exchange students through the Fall 2023 Exchange Student Guidebook.

If you have any questions, please reach out to either your Academic Division exchange adviser, OISS, or Student Transitions & Family Programs.

We are excited to welcome you to campus soon!

-Student Transitions & Family Programs

Arrival

Students must arrive by 5:00 PM on August 23. Move-in for Residential Life housing will be on August 23. Residential Life housing will not be available for students arriving prior to August 23.

We strongly encourage students to fly into St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL), which is a 15-minute drive from campus.
Transportation from the St. Louis-Lambert Airport to Washington University:
Taxi: Taxis are available 24 hours a day. Cost to WashU is about $30-$40. It is customary to add a 15-20% tip.
Ride Sharing Apps: The Uber and Lyft mobile apps allow you to request a ride through your phone, provided by drivers using their own cars. You must download the apps in advance.
MetroLink: The MetroLink light rail system has two stations on the Danforth Campus, as well as two stations near campus. If you take MetroLink, be sure to check the most convenient stop for you.
Campus maps are available here.

Bear Beginnings: Transfer and Exchange Fall Welcome

Transfer and Exchange Fall Welcome: August 23-26

You will participate in Fall Welcome upon arriving. This is a 4-day orientation program hosted by Student Transitions & Family Programs.

What to expect: During Fall Welcome, you will get to know campus, learn about the resources available to support you, explore St. Louis, socialize with other exchange students, and more! Learn more about Fall Welcome and view the schedule.
Who you will meet: You will have a chance to meet with your fellow exchange students, your academic adviser, the Office for International Students and Scholar, and your student mentors!
Next steps: If you would like to participate in the off-campus excursions during Bear Beginnings: Transfer & Exchange Welcome and/or the academic year, please sign the Exchange Student Waiver before arriving to campus for Move-In Day.