For information on the ISFS response to COVID-19, our updated office hours, helpful university resources, and more click below.
International Student and Faculty Services
The Office of International Student and Faculty Services contributes to the global mission of Ohio University by providing services and support for the international community and by furthering their personal and intellectual development. In addition, we collaborate with the greater university community to advance global diversity on campus, to foster transformative intercultural experiences, and to promote the development of global leaders.
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Arrival & Orientation
Information regarding arriving in Athens, necessary documentation, travel arrangements, and where to turn for more help. Go to this page to view the recordings of orientation sessions.
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Communication to Students
ISFS communicates with students on a regular basis, this is especially important as we navigate through these unprecedented times. To review emails to students, click below.
Advising Hours
Important Notice: In-person advising is cancelled until further notice. Please email us at isfs@ohio.edu. For information on virtual drop-in advising see below or visit here.
Virtual Drop-in Advising
The office of International Student and Faculty Services is happy to share that we are now offering virtual drop-in advising. On Tuesdays and Fridays from 1:30pm – 4:00pm EST you may join a Zoom meeting with an international student advisor to discuss F or J immigration questions you may have. These drop-in sessions will last no more than 15 minutes, so if you have an inquiry that you think will need more time, please email isfs@ohio.edu to schedule an appointment.
To join a virtual drop-in advising session, click this link during the designated times on Tuesdays or Fridays.
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International Week 2020
International Week 2020 will be hosted virtually November 16th-20th.
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Arrival & Orientation
Information regarding arriving in Athens, necessary documentation, travel arrangements, and where to turn for more help.
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Resources
We have gathered a variety of information so you can explore all of the helpful resources available to international students at Ohio University.
How Can We Help You?
isfs@ohio.edu
(740) 593-4330
Our office has limited in person hours for Summer. Hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 10:00am - 12:00pm and 1:00pm - 4:00pm. Please note that all immigration advising is virtual.
Walter International Education Center, 15 Park Place