International Student and Scholar Services
Serving as UNC's official liaison to U.S. government agencies related to immigration matters, International Student & Scholar Services supports students, scholars, and dependents in F or J visa categories in maintaining their legal status while in the United States.
ISSS is the only office on campus with the regulatory authority to issue and sign F- or J- visa related documents, authorize off-campus employment authorization and practical training, authorize reduced course loads for international students or to advise on visa related matters.
Students and scholars with F-or J- visa status are responsible for following the regulations of the US Departments of Homeland Security (DHS) and State (DOS) pertaining to their visa status.
ISSS strives to create a welcoming environment for international students & scholars by providing assistance with cultural adjustment, academic and professional growth, immigration services, and personal support. We support international students and scholars who attend UNC as well as UNC faculty and staff that work with these populations.
For more information, see https://www.unco.edu/cie/international-student-scholar-services/