International Student Welcome Day
Are you a new international student at Maastricht University (UM)? Then you don't want to miss the International Student Welcome Day on Sunday 23 August 2026. Meet your fellow international students and staff from the Student Services Centre in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Get to know your fellow international students
The Welcome Day kicks off with an introduction from our staff, followed by presentations on the things you need to know about settling into Maastricht and the support services we offer to new students. Throughout the day, you will have plenty of opportunities to meet and connect with your fellow international students.
Programme for the day*
Time: 10:00 – 18:00
Location: the event will take place at one of the most unique locations in Maastricht: Ipanema, inside the Bonnefanten Museum.
Presentations on behalf of: International Student Service Desk, Personal & Professional Development, MyMaastricht.
Activities organised by: UM Sport, Wellbeing Department and the Language Centre.
Fee: there is a registration fee of €17 which will cover welcome drink, lunch, late afternoon bites, more drinks, and all activities.
*Programme and exact times are subject to change. This will be announced closer to the date and shared via email to all registered participants.
Register for the International Student Welcome Day
Registrations for this event opens on 15 June.
Link once open: https://www.aanmelder.nl/176707/subscribe
If you’re sure you will arrive in Maastricht before 23 August and wish to attend, be quick and register! As there is limited capacity for this event. Registrations will close once maximum capacity is reached. You will then be placed on a waiting list.
Keep in mind there are no refunds available for this event.
If you are interested in becoming a part of an International Student Community and attend fun events, keep an eye out for ISAP.
Please note, this event is separate from the INKOM introduction activities as well as the ISAP Programme.
Starting your studies in February?
Are you starting your study programme in February and want to be part of an international student community? You can get a buddy before arriving and participate in activities around the city with other new international students once you get to Maastricht. Visit the International Student Ambassadors Programme webpage for more information. ISAP’s third and final block of the academic year will start in February, and registration will open early December. Keep an eye out on their webpage and Instagram. See you there?
