International Student and Scholar Services

The Office of International Programs advises international students and scholars on issues related to their immigration status while in the United States.

International student advisors assist with advising international students on cultural adjustment, personal, academic and immigration issues, as evidenced by the following:

1. Advising international students and their dependents on maintaining status and complying with immigration requirements.

2. Assisting with visa and immigration documentation as it pertains to visa status.

3. Complying with federal regulations by reporting immigration data through SEVIS.

4. Providing an intensive check-in and international orientation program every fall and spring semester for all new F-1 visa students; and check-in and orientation sessions upon arrival for international visitors and J-1 scholars.

5. Preparing immigration documents for travel, change of degree program, transfer of schools, extension of stay, internships, practical training, and on-campus employment.

6. Offering on-going support throughout the duration of the student’s academic program.

In addition, the Office of International Programs serves faculty and staff on international student matters, as evidenced by:

1. Advising faculty and staff regarding student immigration regulations as it pertains to academic and conduct violations.

2. Assisting faculty and staff regarding international student internships, practical training, and on-campus employment.

3. Assisting faculty and staff to stay informed of university initiatives and resources that affect the international student population and advocate on their behalf.

4. Advising faculty, staff and visiting scholars on immigration regulations and visa status.

5. Providing on-going support for international visitors and J-1 exchange.

More information is available at http://www.ut.edu/international/.