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1-3 months after acceptance

After acceptance

Admission is not the end. COE, visa, housing, tuition, and arrival preparation can become tight if delayed.

Preparation checklistEstimated time about 6 weeksContent verified on 2026-06-10

Breakdown

How to break this task down

Follow the checklist below and you won't miss anything important. You don't have to finish it all at once, but every item should be clearly answered within this stage.

  1. Confirm how the school handles COE documents.
  2. Apply for the student visa after COE is issued.
  3. Book flights and arrange temporary or long-term housing.
  4. Prepare first-month cash and arrival paperwork.

Next step

  • Continue: pre-departure preparationBring school procedures, COE, visa, budget, and entry documents into one checklist.

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