Scholar Services - International Students and Scholars

The International Students and Scholars Office provides scholars the resources for quality research and work experience at Oakland University including social experiences. ISSO coordinates and administers programs that serve international students, faculty, and visitors to the Oakland community. Our staff is aware of the demands associated with living in another country and the special needs of international scholars. We invite you to visit our website or email us before you arrive to Oakland University or please come and visit our office when you arrive so we can be of assistance to you and help you throughout your stay at Oakland University.

Services offered by ISSO:

Advising and assistance with immigration issues including dependants
Making referrals to other campus services to assist scholars
SEVIS DS-2019 issuance for J-1 scholars, faculty, staff, and dependants
Assistance requesting a change of non-immigration status
Canadian border crossing letters
Extensions of stay in the United States
Reinstatement of status
Exception requests
Disability assistance
Health insurance
Transfers
Informational seminars
One on one orientation
Personal advising
Monthly newsletters
Cross cultural activities
Host family information