Arrival Dates and Orientation

We are excited to welcome you to campus soon! Please pay close attention to the details below to ensure a safe and timely arrival. If you have questions about your arrival please let us know at [email protected]. We can’t wait to meet you at orientation!

When to Arrive

International students must arrive by the program start date listed on their Form I-20 or DS-2019, but we encourage students to arrive earlier to get settled in Bellevue before classes start. Students may enter the U.S. up to 30 days before the program start date listed on their Form I-20 or DS-2019.

Transportation from the Airport to Bellevue University Campus

Bellevue University is not able to provide transportation from the airport to campus. Students will need to arrange airport transportation once they arrive in Omaha. You should consider arranging accommodations and transportation before arrival and know where you are going to stay once you arrive. Transportation options from the airport include Taxis (zTrip, City Taxi Inc) and rideshare apps (Uber, Lyft). Car rental options are also available at the airport, but may be limited to business hours. Hotels near Bellevue University include Surestay Plus Hotel by Best Western Omaha South (305 Fort Crook Road N), Sunrise Motel (303 Fort Crook Rd S), and more. Please Note: If you are arriving late in the evening, transportation may be more limited.

International Student Orientation & ISS Check-In

All newly admitted international students are required to attend the International Student Orientation, which are held each semester, typically the week before classes start or within the first week of classes. Please see details below on the upcoming mandatory orientation/check-in:

Recommended Arrival Timeframe

ISS recommends that you arrive before November 22, 2024 so that you can get settled before classes begin (see below).

Bellevue University Classes Begin

Monday, November 25, 2024

Mandatory International Student Orientation & New Student Orientation

Friday, November 22, 2024

International Student Orientation (ISO) will be held at 2pm in the International Student Services office (Durham Administration Building). More details will be announced via email in November. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to email [email protected].

You must also be prepared to complete an ISS check-in form after arrival to the U.S. Details and instructions will be sent to your BU email address, which you should begin checking regularly.

Please also see the New Student Orientation (NSO) webpage for details on attending the on-campus New Student Orientation.

Recommended Arrival Timeframe

ISS recommends that you arrive by March 6th, 2025 so that you can get settled before mandatory orientations begin (see below).