Arrival Information
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
- Read our Pre-departure Information before you travel.
- Airport pick-up is only available from Wichita D. Eisenhower National Airport (ICT).
- Spring 2025 free airport pick-up is available from Jan. 8 to Jan.15, 2025. If you will arrive before the listed dates, taxi, Uber, or Lyft are available at your expense.
- Our Spring 2025 recommended arrival dates: Jan 12 (Sun) –Jan 14 (Tue)
Please ensure you enter the United States prior to the program start date listed on your I-20. - Submit your pickup request at least 48 hours before arrival.
- Read the additional important information arrival information below that applies to you.
FOR STUDENTS LIVING IN AN ON-CAMPUS RESIDENCE HALL
- The earliest date available for move-in is Saturday, August 10. If you plan to arrive in Wichita earlier, you will need to arrange temporary accommodation at your own expense until this date.
- Please email Housing and Residence Life at housing@wichita.edu to notify them of your arrival date so they can prepare your room for your arrival.
- Please view our Packing List for guidance on what to bring with you.
FOR STUDENTS LIVING OFF-CAMPUS
First-year students at Wichita State are required to live on-campus for their first year of study. Learn if you are subject to this requirement by viewing our Housing FAQ's and selecting "Do I have to live on-campus?".
- View our Off-Campus Housing Marketplace for information on apartments throughout the city of Wichita.
- We cannot provide assistance in making off-campus housing arrangements. Please contact the apartment complex or property manager where you would like to live to get more information about reserving a room.
HAVE QUESTIONS OR NEED HELP?
- Questions About Living On-Campus: housing.wsu@wichita.edu
- General Questions: international@wichita.edu
- Arrival-Related Questions: arrival@wichita.edu