Excited to enroll in classes at UMKC?

You're almost ready. First, you have to register for a mandatory check-in session.

Attending a check-in session is a required part of maintaining your F-1 or J-1 visa status in the United States. During the session we will talk to you about the rules of your visa and attendance at UMKC.

Sign up for a session

Use your application portal username and password to sign up for a check-in session corresponding with your admission term using this link:

Check-In Session Pre-registration

• You must have obtained your visa in order to pre-register for a check-in session.
• You may upload a copy of your visa to your application status page at any time, or you will have the option to upload it as part of the check-in pre-registration process.
• Check-in sessions are not held virtually - you must be present in Kansas City to attend your check-in session. Please select a check-in date that is after your planned arrival to Kansas City.

Get ready for your session

Pre-registering for a session is just the first step. You must attend your registered session in person. Sessions are usually an hour and a half in length.

Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before your session's scheduled start. Once the session has begun, latecomers will not be admitted and will need to reschedule for another date.

Check that you have successfully uploaded these documents to your application status page prior to your session:

• Your passport or a copy of your passport biography page
• Your ink-signed UMKC I-20 or DS-2019
• Your I-94 (click here to access your I-94)

Please also have this information available at your session:

• Your address in Kansas City
• The name and phone number of an emergency contact

We are so glad you have chosen UMKC and can’t wait to meet you!