Admitted International Students

International Student Support

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The Center for Global Education and Fellowships is excited to welcome you to Salve Regina University! We help prospective international students throughout the application process and admitted students with all pre-arrival steps. We also host an international student orientation that helps smooth the transition to campus life.

First Things First: Get Your F-1 Visa

Step 1: Schedule a welcome call with our office.

Step 2: After your meeting, you'll complete these forms:

Step 3: After your forms are approved, you'll receive an I-20 form, a legal document showing the U.S. embassy that Salve is sponsoring you for your F-1 student visa.

Step 4: Once you receive your I-20, you'll receive instructions on where to complete your F-1 student visa application and pay any associated fees for your interview.

Step 5: Schedule and book your embassy interview.  

Step 6: When that is complete, submit these forms:

International Student Orientation (ISO)

Get to know Salve and Newport during a four-day orientation designed specifically to welcome new international students, full of information sessions, tours and visits - even a beach bonfire. Participation is required for all F-1 students. Meals and housing during orientation are free.

Important dates for the fall 2025 semester
  • Arrive on campus for ISO: Tuesday, Aug. 26
  • Attend ISO: Tuesday, Aug. 26 to Friday, Aug. 29
  • New Seahawk Orientation: Saturday, Aug. 30 to Wednesday, Sept. 3
  • Classes begin: Thursday, Sept. 4
  • Last day of the fall 2025 semester: Friday, Dec. 12

Health Services Checklist

  • You'll be enrolled in Salve's health plan automatically. We recommend keeping this insurance coverage.
  • Bring a month's supply and a doctor's prescription for any medication that you take regularly.
  • Have your teeth cleaned one more time at home. Cleanings are not covered by insurance and are very expensive in the U.S.
  • If you wear eyeglasses or contact lenses, bring an extra pair in case of loss or accidental breakage.

How to Make a Tuition Payment

  • Log in to Nelnet to view your account balance.
  • Select "Make a Payment."
  • Select the payment method "International Wire Transfer."
Convera GlobalPay
  • Select the country where you're paying from, the amount due and click "Get a Quote."
  • Select the payment method: Wire, credit card or mobile/online payment (WeChat, ALIPAY or other) and provide student details.
  • Provide payer details. Who will make this payment? Check the "Use of Terms" box and proceed to payment.
  • Print instructions for wire payment or log in payment provider. Notify me by SMS (tracking payment/optional).
  • Complete your student payment online or in person.
Flywire
  • Select your preferred payment method from the options provided. Options may include bank transfer, debit/credit card in your home currency, electronic payment or other local options.
  • Follow the instructions provided to send funds to Flywire. Depending on your bank, bank transfers may be made online, in person or over the phone. For debit/credit card payments, enter your card details online to complete your payment.
  • Track your payment by logging in to Nelnet at any time. You can receive text and email status updates each step of the way, including a confirmation when your payment has been delivered to your institution. 

International Student Peer Mentors

Friendly, knowledgeable Salve students support new international students as they adjust to life on campus and in the U.S. They offer guidance on everything from academics and campus resources to making friends and exploring the local community.

Barin Bahrami

Major: Accounting, minor in business administration

Languages spoken: English, Dari, Pashto (moderate), French (basic) 

Fun fact: I love playing volleyball and enjoy shopping.

Barin Bahrami

Maverick Cavacas

Major: History and secondary education

Languages spoken: English, French (conversational)

Fun fact: I am a triplet - I have two brothers. I also have a younger sister. 

Maverick Cavacas

Alicia Masercola

Major: Nursing

Languages spoken: English

Fun fact: I love anime and cosplay characters at conventions with my friends. I am also a makeup artist.

Alicia Masercola

Thalyta Pereira

Major: Biology

Languages spoken: English, Portuguese

Fun fact: My favorite place in Newport is Forty Steps.

Thalyta Pereira

Joaquina Perez

Major: Political science

Languages spoken: English, Spanish

Fun fact: I have lived in five different countries. 

Maria Perez

Malin Wahl

Major: Political science, minor in global studies

Languages spoken: English, German

Fun fact: I love the outdoors.

Malin Wahl