General FAQs

  1. How do I get to Denton?
  2. Is there public transportation in Denton?
  3. Does UNT have a medical clinic or doctor?
  4. What computer facilities are available at UNT?
  5. How do I find students from my country?
  6. What is Orientation? Do I need to go?
  7. Can I take classes online?
  8. Can I update my application for another semester?
  9. Does UNT offer housing for students?
  10. Does UNT offer meal plans for students living on campus?

How do I get to Denton?

Denton is about 30 miles from the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. Shuttles or taxis are available at DFW for the trip to Denton.

Is there public transportation in Denton?

Denton has taxis and a small trolley line that provides transportation to a shopping area and medical facility. Denton's public transit is not as convenient or efficient as most large cities.

Does UNT have a medical clinic or doctor?

Yes, UNT's Student Health and Wellness Center is available to all enrolled students. Doctors and nurses are available Monday through Friday. Medicines are available at a low cost to students. Two area hospitals offer emergency care when the health center is closed.

What computer facilities are available at UNT?

General access computer labs are located in many buildings on campus. All labs offer lab assistants, and some labs are open 24 hours.

How do I find students from my country?

The International Advising Center and the UNT Registrar have lists of students currently enrolled.

What is Orientation? Do I need to go?

International Student Orientation is mandatory for all F-1 and J-1 Visa holders. All other students must complete personal Document Check-in at the International Advising Office. Follow the International Orientation & Document Check-In schedule.

All students need to bring these documents to Document Check-in:

  1. Admission letter
  2. Passport
  3. I-20
  4. I-94
  5. all immigration papers

All Undergraduate students are also required to attend a UNT orientation session before enrolling at UNT. This will be your opportunity to learn more about UNT, receive academic advising, and register for classes. Advance registration is required. Contact the Office of New Student and Mentoring Programs for details on cost and registration dates.

You will be unable to register for classes from http://my.unt.edu/ until AFTER you complete all required orientations and other new-student activities.

Can I take classes online?

UNT offers a whole host of ways for students to take classes. Many classes are offered online. Graduate students also have the option of earning a degree or certificate from UNT exclusively online from their home country. Students on F-1 visas can only take one three-credit-hour class online per semester to maintain their fulltime status.

Can I update my application for another semester?

Yes. Your admission is good for one year from the semester that you were accepted. However, you will need to fill out the Update Application Form (for UNT or IELI) to let us know that you wish to update your application and to tell us which semester you plan on starting at UNT. Additionally, if you are a graduate student, you will need to check with your department to make sure that your admission (and financial aid, if applicable) is still valid.

Does UNT offer housing for students?

Yes. There are several dormitories and on-campus apartments for UNT students. For more information about living on campus, please contact the Department of Housing and Residence Life.

Does UNT offer meal plans for students living on campus?

Yes. A vast array of meal plans and dining facilities are available for students living on-campus. You can view current meal plan options and rates by contacting Dining Services.