August 25-28, 2026
August 25-28, 2026
We are so excited that you are joining us for International Orientation and we look forward to meeting and serving you in August! International Orientation (IO) is designed for our incoming International Students (F-1 Visa), Missionary Kids (MK), and Third Culture Kids (TCK), to help with the entry and transition into a different country and culture as you prepare for your time at Taylor University.
You will have the opportunity to not only meet your fellow classmates, but also upperclassmen who have volunteered their time and talents to welcome you into this community. It is our hope and prayer that during this time, you will begin to develop friendships, find a place of belonging, and remember the goodness and faithfulness of He who has called you to Taylor.
Students and parents should plan to arrive at Taylor on Tuesday, August 25th, 2026, between 12–4 pm. Please check in at registration at the Boren Campus Center upon arrival.
Students will be able to move into their room in their residence hall after arrival and registration. Parents and family members would need to make separate arrangements. The Taylor website offers a great list of lodging options in the area.
If you are traveling by yourself and need transportation from the Indianapolis airport, we will provide shuttle buses on Tuesday, August 25 at 10 am and 2 pm. Please indicate travel information when you register for IO.
If you are traveling by car to campus with your parents/host family, please refer to the Maps and Directions page for directions.
International Orientation is student-led by international students, third culture kids, and MKs from across the globe.
Psychology, Class of 2027
Home: Canada
Email: [email protected]
Orphaned and Vulnerable Children, Class of 2027
Home: South Korea
Email: [email protected]
Human Physiology and Preventive Medicine, Class of 2028
Home: France
Public Relations, Class of 2028
Home: Indianapolis, Mexico
Elementary Education, Class of 2029
Home: Vietnam
Exercise Science, Class of 2028
Home: China, Malaysia, USA
Please contact Nate Chu, Executive Director of Spiritual Life and Intercultural Leadership, at [email protected]
NOTE: International Orientation is not the same as Welcome Weekend and New Student Orientation, which begins on Friday, August 28, 2026 for all incoming students. See below for more information.