Modern education is impossible without the constant exchange of students between friendly countries. This article discusses the problems encountered by students of foreigners in the field of social adaptation in the new conditions. The goal of overcoming all difficulties and the successful adaptation of foreign students is the key task of the departments for working with foreign students. The adaptation process depends on their methodical work together with the leaders of educational groups. Thus, the article discusses the types of adaptation of students, and also gives their full description.