1. Book your flights.

Now that you have your student visa, it is finally safe to plan your trip! You may have already been doing some planning, but we highly recommend waiting until after you obtain your visa to make travel arrangements.

Please note: It is very important that you arrive to IHOPU by the program start date indicated on your I-20. It is equally important that you do not enter the US any more than 30 days before the program start date, as you will not be able to enter as an M-1 student.

2. Arrange for airport pick-up.

Public transport in Kansas City does not extend far enough to get you from the Kansas City international airport to IHOPU or the International House of Prayer. However, there are many shuttle services available to transport you for a fee. We recommend researching online.

Read more about Public and Other Transportation Options ****at Transportation in KC

3. Purchase health insurance.

International students are required to have health insurance. While you are free to make your own arrangements for the required coverage, IHOPU offers coverage through ISO, an international student agency. Once you have been accepted to your program, International Student Services will email you regarding your options for health insurance. Read more at International Student Health Insurance

4. Respond to emails from IHOPU about setting up your account.

IHOPU Administration will contact you about setting up your student account and student email account.

5. Explore the Student Hub.

We hope to provide you with helpful resources as you prepare to enter the US and during your course of study at IHOPU. Please take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the resources available to you, as well as the administrative processes and IHOPU policies in the Student Handbook. We strongly suggest reading everything located on the IHOPU International Students & Interns page.

6. Find a place to live.

IHOPU Student Housing is our premier housing option exclusively for full-time IHOPU students. IHOPU Student Housing exists to provide a dynamic residence life environment that will strengthen and enrich your time at IHOPU.