Welcome to St. Louis!

We cannot wait to meet you. Plan to arrive during the recommended dates to start your experience smoothly. If you will live on UMSL Global offers free airport pickup—register now!  Arriving on a different date or living off campus? You will need to arrange your own transportation. Explore recommended options to make your arrival stress-free.

Tips for Arriving in the United States >

Airport Pickup

Living on campus in Oak Hall or University Meadows? UMSL Global offers free airport pickup for the Global Triton Welcome! This service is only available during designated dates for on-campus residents. Register by the deadline to book your airport pickup!

Fall 2025 Airport Pickup Spring 2026 Airport Pickup
Deadline to Register Deadline to Register
  • August 13, 2025 (Wednesday)
  • January 7, 2026 (Wednesday)
Airport Pickup Dates Airport Pickup Dates
  • August 15, 2025 (Friday)
  • January 9, 2026 (Friday)
  • August 16, 2025 (Saturday)
  • January 10, 2026 (Saturday)
  • August 17, 2025 (Sunday)
  • January 11, 2026 (Sunday)

AIRPORT PICKUP REQUEST FORM

Alternative Transportation & Safe Arrival

If you are arriving early, late, or living off-campus, you must arrange your own transportation.
  • UMSL is a short distance from St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL), with many nearby hotels.
  • Some hotels like the Drury Inn & Holiday Inn offer free breakfast.
  • Do not stay with strangers—even those from your home country or town!
  • Avoid Airbnb or room shares until you are more familiar with the U.S.
 

Rideshare

Rideshare apps are a convenient way to get around, but they require a credit or debit card. Download the app before you leave your home country and ensure a working international card is linked. Avoid Airbnb or room shares until you are more familiar with the U.S.


Taxi Services

  • St. Louis County & Yellow Cab (company has an app available for download in addition to the website) Phone: (+1)-314-991-5300
  • Laclede Cab (company has an app available for download in addition to the website) Phone:(+1)-314-626-8294

The addresses for Oak Hall and University Meadows are as follows:

  • Oak Hall
    2911 Laclede Lane Saint Louis, MO 63121
    Phone: +1-314-250-7086
  • University Meadows
    2901 University Meadows Drive Saint Louis, MO 63121
    Phone: +1-314-805-2801
 

Metrolink

UMSL has two Metrolink stops on the Red Line from STL Airport.  Metrolink is not a good option if you have a lot of luggage.

  • UMSL South is nearest to Oak Hall and University Meadows.
  • UMSL North  is nearest to the Millennium Student Center (MSC).