INFORMATION FOR NEWLY ADMITTED STUDENTS

Settling In

Permanent Housing Arrangements
Both on-campus and off-campus housing information can be found here, including a variety of resources that will help you with your off-campus housing search and move-in.

Banking in St. Louis
A summary of banking services, information on money transfers, a glossary of banking terms, and a list of banks in the St. Louis area can be found here.
(Note that Wash U has a Bank of America on campus, in the upper level of the Mallinckrodt Student Center, which is directly across the street from the Stix International House.)

Cell Phones
Listing of cell phone companies and their locations, hours of operations, and information on cell phone contracts and security deposits.

Bicycle Shops
A list of bicycle stores, bicycle-friendly websites, and rider safety tips can be found here.

Driving in Missouri
Find out all the steps necessary to drive in Missouri. We have provided information on taking the drivers test, getting a drivers licensing, car ownership and more.

Student Employment Information
Learn the requirements and regulations regarding employment for international students. Additionally included are a few tips on finding on-campus employment.

Safety and Security
Remember that the national U.S. emergency hotline is 911. The campus police can be reached at 314-935-5555.
Read more for tips on safety, security and other resources.

Orientation Newsletter
This is the Orientation Edition of the International Voice, which is a newsletter issued by the OISS.

You can access the current edition of the International Voice newsletter anytime, at http://oisshome.wustl.edu/students/InternationalVoice.html.