International Student Welcome Day

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.

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 lunch, late afternoon bites, drinks, and all activities. 
 

Register for the International Student Welcome Day

For new students starting in September 2025, registrations are open! (in case this link does not work for you, you can also use https://www.aanmelder.nl/167162/subscribe).

Deadline to register is 30 July. If spots are filled before this date, registrations will close earlier.

You’re not required to attend the International Student Welcome Day, but you’ll be missing out if you don’t. 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.