International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) provides leadership in international education and intercultural learning through services to international students and scholars, their dependents, the University, and the surrounding community. 

ISSS is more than the "immigration" office.  Although helping international students and scholars with immigration issues is a significant part of our work, with nearly 9,000 in-person visits to advisors each year and thousands of electronic forms processed, we are also heavily involved in intercultural and adjustment programming for students and scholars, providing cultural competency and intercultural awareness training for staff and faculty, and supporting the Iowa City area community to be a welcoming place for international visitors.

Appointments

Meet with an ISSS adviser during our virtual and walk-in advising hours.

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Current Students (F-1)

Stay informed on current policies and procedures related to maintaining status, travel, inviting family to the U .S., and more.

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Scholars (J-1)

Find information to make it easier for you to focus on your intellectual pursuits.

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Exchange Students (J-1)

If you are participating in an exchange or sponsored program, check out this information specific to your needs.

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New to University of Iowa?

Find information that is geared towards you.  View pre-departure webinars for new international students, learn how to get here, and discover the many academic and cultural resources available to you.  

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ISSS News

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Ola Khallafallah awarded 2024 Peace, Charlie One World Scholarship

Monday, May 13, 2024
"As an international student, I've received incredible support and resources from the university. From language assistance to cultural adaptation programs, the university has gone above and beyond to ensure my success."
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Congratulations to IP's Katherine Lyu, recipient of 2024 UI Student Employee of the Year and Tom Rocklin Awards

Monday, May 6, 2024
Lyu has served as the International Student and Scholar (ISSS) peer assistant for the last two years.
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Khyathi Gadag, ISAB member and public health PhD candidate, awarded Mental Health Champion Award

Thursday, May 2, 2024
Gadag was one of four who received this award at the university’s first annual Faculty and Staff Awards ceremony.

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