When can a new undergraduate international student arrive for Fall 2026?
For the Fall 2026 term, a new international undergraduate student with an F or J visa may arrive to the U.S. no earlier than 30 days prior to the term start date listed on the student’s Form I-20/Form DS-2019.
An F or J status student must arrive on campus no later than September 18, 2026.
If you will not be able to arrive by September 18, 2026, please contact MIT International Students Office.
