Prior to Arrival
The following is a list of important to-do items that new postdoctoral scholars at the University of Notre Dame must or should do prior to arrival, in order to prepare for a smooth transition to Notre Dame.
Housing
□ Start your search for housing
□ Off-Campus Housing Resources
□ Read this page before signing a lease
Campus and Community
□ Become familiar with the University of Notre Dame and the surrounding communities
□ Review list of helpful Notre Dame and Community websites
Communication
□ Once you know your arrival date, email your faculty mentor and your department/lab administrator your arrival date
□ Follow the Office for Postdoctoral Affairs on Social Media
o Graduate Student, Spouse, and Significant Other Network
J1 Scholar Insurance Information
If you are not a benefit-eligible employee or if you choose not to purchase Notre Dame health insurance, you and any J-2 dependents must obtain insurance that complies with J-1 regulations (see Insurance Certification) and complete and submit an J-1 Visa Insurance Certification to the Office of Human Resources in 200 Grace Hall. Details on this can be found on the International Students and Scholars Affairs (ISSA) website here.