Getting Started in ILUNO

Ready to apply to ILUNO?

Learn what you need to get started on your application!

SEVIS Requirements

After you are admitted and have your Form I-20, go here to learn about the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) and pay the SEVIS fee to the U.S. government. This is required before you go for a visa appointment.

SEVIS & Immigration

Obtain a Visa

Request Housing

After being admitted, review the International Student Housing Options.

Submit the ILUNO Housing and Arrival Information Form at least 30 days prior to your program start date.

If you will live on-campus in the UNO Residence Halls, be sure to complete the UNO Housing Application.

Transportation from Eppley Airfield Omaha (OMA)

Airport pick-ups will be provided for students with a confirmed on-campus room on the Wednesday immediately preceeding orientation only.

Please email the international advising staff to request a pickup at unointladvising@unomaha.edu.

Report to the International Advising Office Upon Arrival

Let us know that you arrived in Omaha by completing the Check-In and New Student Compliance e-forms in iGlobal: iglobal.nebraska.edu. This is where you will upload a copy of your I-20 or DS-2019, passport, visa, and I-94 for International Advising to review before activating your SEVIS record. Update your local/current address in MavLINK.

Students transferring from another school in the United States should do the e-form requesting a transfer I-20. These should be done before or within the first two weeks of classes.

As we approach the fall semester and the return to campus, please make note that our office requires scheduled appointments and follows social distancing guidelines. Please check your email regularly for important updates and requirements.

We look forward to welcoming you to UNO and Omaha!

Orientation

ILUNO will provide an orientation during the week before classes begin. At orientation students learn about important immigration regulations, SEVIS requirements, using the university's online resources, accessing health services, culture shock, safety, on-campus employment, and academic integrity.

You will also create an e-mail account and receive a student ID card for accessing many campus services.

ILUNO Calendar

2023 Session Dates

*App/Docs Due: This includes the application for ILUNO and all completed documents and requirements. Please see the ILUNO Admissions Checklist for more details.

**Arrive By Date: Students must arrive by this date. Students will check in to the International Programs office (ASH 241) on this date to prepare for orientation.

+: Payments Due: New students' payment is due the Friday of the first week of classes. Returning students' payment is due the Monday before classes begin. Returning students may not attend classes until their bills are paid.

2024 Session Dates

View a sample orientation schedule

Important Notice

ILUNO students on F and J visas pay for UNO-required health insurance each session. Since health insurance coverage starts on the first day of orientation, students should purchase their own medical insurance to cover travel and dates before orientation begins.

Get to Know Omaha

For Students with Disabilities

Students with disabilities may request accommodations to ensure equal access to courses, programs, and activities. Please contact UNO's Accessibility Services Center (ACS):

Phone: 402.554.2872
TTY: 1.402.554.3799

Accessibility Services Center