First Steps as a New Rocket
Congrats on your admission to The University of Toledo!
It’s time to take your next steps to becoming a Rocket. Here’s what to do to prepare for your first semester at UToledo.
I am a:
International undergraduate student
1
Log-In to Your New Rocket Portal
Visit your New Rocket Portal to get started, view important instructions and track your progress to completing
your next steps. Your login credentials are the same as those you used to apply to
UToledo.
If you need assistance logging in, please contact international@utoledo.edu.
If you need assistance logging in, please contact international@utoledo.edu.
2
Set Up Your myUT Account
Your myUT account will be used throughout your time at UToledo. Set up your myUT account to access
your UToledo email – all important information after your admission is sent to this
email! This is also where you will register for classes and pay your housing deposits.
To activate your myUT account, you will need your Rocket ID. You were provided a Rocket ID Number on your acceptance
letter (Rocket ID has a format of R########).
3
Start your I-20 and Visa Process
Before you can apply for your first F-1 visa for entry into the United States, you
need to obtain Form I-20, pay the SEVIS fee and prepare for your visa interview. For
detailed information and documents, learn more about specific requirements, please
follow the I-20 and visa application guide
4
Register for Orientation
Orientation is required for all students. At Orientation, you will get an insider
look at all things Rocket life and schedule your first semester of classes with the
help of your academic advisor. For more information on how to register, visit the international orientation webpage.
5
Pay your housing application fee and submit your housing application
If you choose or are required to live on campus, you will need to pay your $40 housing
application fee. This can be done on the myUT portal under the ‘Student’ tab in the
‘My Housing’ section. Click the ‘University Housing Application.’
6
Begin checking your Rockets email
All new students should begin checking their Rockets email account regularly for official
University correspondence. Your Rockets email can be found on your myUT portal in
the Student tab or at rockets.utoledo.edu
The remainder of your next steps (like purchasing a parking pass, paying your bill, etc.) can be found on the New International Student Tab of your myUT portal.

It's time to celebrate!
As you prepare for your next chapter at UToledo, we've created downloadable items to help show your Rocket pride at your graduation party.
Show Your Rocket Pride