Contact Us
ISSS office virtual advising hours:
Monday - Friday: 9:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.
Butler Pavilion, Room 410 on a map
Int'l Student & Scholar Svcs 4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW Washington, DC, USA 20016 United StatesISSS Virtual Appointments Unavailable During Summer
ISSS's virtual appointments are not available during the summer. If you need advising from ISSS advisors, you may contact us through email at isss@american.edu or by phone at 202-885-3350 during the regular office hours (M-F, 9AM-5PM).
Incoming Students
Immigration Process
ISSS is here to help you obtain your immigration documents, provide you with an orientation upon arrival, and make sure you are adjusting to life in the U.S.!
Before You Arrive
Moving to a new country is both exciting and difficult. Our pre-arrival guide is designed to help you prepare for arrival in the United States.
Orientation
International Student Orientation covers important immigration, employment, and academic information specifically of interest to international students.
Current Students
Immigration Responsibilities
F-1 and J-1 students are responsible for understanding and complying with immigration law. Advisors in our office are here to help - please stop by ISSS or email us with any questions.
Get Involved with ISSS
Join your fellow international students and take part in ISSS events on campus!
Graduating this Semester?
If you are graduating this semester, it is important you understand your options for Optional Practical Training (OPT) for F-1 students and Academic Training for J-1 students.
J-1 Scholars & Student Interns
J-1 Exchange Visitor Program
AU is authorized by the U.S. Department of State to bring exchange visitors to the United States to research, teach, and intern. Learn about the J-1 Scholars & Student Intern program at AU.
International students from 115
countries attend AUISSS is responsible for 1,680
F-1 & J-1 students and scholarsISSS welcomed 440 plus
international students to campus in Fall 2023