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New Students & Exchange Students: Request Form I-20/DS-2019
Current UConn Students Changing Levels/Programs: Request Change Education Level I-20
Returning Students: Request Form I-20/DS-2019  (if returning to your UConn program after leave of absence, dismissal or withdrawal etc.)

Academic Departments: Request Form DS-2019 for Visiting Scholar

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Federal Immigration Updates

Important Updates to Federal Immigration Regulations and Policy

ISSS Online Check-In

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Continue ISSS Check-in (Log in to ISSS Portal to Continue Check-In)

OPT Employment Update/STEM Validation Report

Start OPT Employment Update (Log in to ISSS Portal)


You are creating a new record in ISSS Portal!

You must upload all documents, answer all questionnaires and click "submit" to complete this record.

Your work will be saved even if you do not finish submitting. When you are ready to finish the request go to isssportal.uconn.eduto continue this record. Do NOT begin a new record.


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Instagram post 2222144319024029638_8235581219 On Monday, January 13th, the Iranian Cultural Organization of UConn had a candlelight vigil and gathering for the beloved people lost in the UIA Flight 752 Tragedy. Thank you to those that attended and honored their memory.

On Monday, January 13th, the Iranian Cultural Organization of UConn had a candlelight vigil and gathering for the beloved people lost in the UIA Flight 752 Tragedy. Thank you to those that attended and honored their memory. ...

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Dec 9

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Instagram post 2195120467425502252_8235581219 Join us to decorate (and eat) holiday cookies at ISSS! Never done it before? We can show you!

Join us to decorate (and eat) holiday cookies at ISSS! Never done it before? We can show you! ...

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Nov 26

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Instagram post 2185834193854365286_8235581219 #thanksgiving might be Thursday but we are celebrating early at ISSS. Happy Thanksgiving everyone. We are so thankful to have you in the ISSS family. #youarewelcomehere #uconnisss

#thanksgiving might be Thursday but we are celebrating early at ISSS. Happy Thanksgiving everyone. We are so thankful to have you in the ISSS family. #youarewelcomehere #uconnisss ...

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Nov 20

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Instagram post 2181630402741338371_8235581219 Hurry! ISSS needs Graduate Students as orientation reps! We look forward to your application! https://uconn.studentemployment.ngwebsolutions.com/jobxJobdetailPrint.aspx?JobId=8963&win=True

Hurry! ISSS needs Graduate Students as orientation reps! We look forward to your application!
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Upcoming Events

  1. Jan 29 OPT Workshop (Post-Completion) - Hartford9:00am

    OPT Workshop (Post-Completion) - Hartford

    Wednesday, January 29th, 2020

    09:00 AM - 11:00 AM

    Hartford Campus
    Hartford Times Building 210

    This workshop is for F-1 visa holders at the Hartford and GBLC campuses.

    Are you graduating this year? Do you want to look for an internship or job in the U.S. after you finish your degree? If yes, you should attend a Post-Completion OPT workshop. The workshop will cover the basics of post-completion OPT application procedures, work authorization, work requirements and OPT extension opportunities.

    Advance registration is required. Please register at: http://www.icworkshops.uconn.edu

    More information available at: http://www.isss.uconn.edu

    Contact Information: neena.kapoor@uconn.edu

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  2. Jan 30 ISSS Hartford Closed12:00am

    ISSS Hartford Closed

    Thursday, January 30th, 2020

    12:00 AM - 11:59 PM

    Hartford Campus
    GBLC 415

    ISSS Hartford will be closed on 1/30/20

    Contact Information: neena.kapoor@uconn.edu

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  3. Jan 31 Post OPT Workshop Thesis/Dissertation 2:00pm

    Post OPT Workshop Thesis/Dissertation

    Friday, January 31st, 2020

    02:00 PM - 03:30 PM

    Storrs Campus
    McMahon Hall ISSS Lounge Room 183

    This workshop is for F-1 visa students who are currently studying in Masters or Doctoral program that has a thesis/dissertation requirement (Plan A Masters and PhD).



    Are you interested in working in the U.S. after you graduate? You should attend this workshop to learn more about Optional Practical Training (OPT) and how you can use this benefit to legally work or intern in the United States after you graduate.
    Sign up at: http://icworkshops.uconn.edu/

    Contact Information: international@uconn.edu

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  4. Feb 3 ISSS International Student Meeting4:00pm

    ISSS International Student Meeting

    Monday, February 3rd, 2020

    04:00 PM - 05:00 PM

    Storrs Campus
    Oak Hall 101

    ISSS International Student Meeting
    Come to International Student Meeting for helpful tips and important info on life in the U.S. and navigating UConn. Meet other students, eat some pizza, and let us know your questions! Dependents and scholars are welcome too!

    February's meeting will cover:
    -Tips for finding a summer internship or job
    -Filing a U.S. tax return (Did you know there's a form that all students must file in their first 5 years, even with no income?)
    -and more!

    Contact Information: international@uconn.edu

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  5. Feb 5 Post OPT Ugrad/Plan B Master1:00pm

    Post OPT Ugrad/Plan B Master

    Wednesday, February 5th, 2020

    01:00 PM - 02:30 PM

    Storrs Campus
    McMahon Hall ISSS Lounge Room 183

    This workshop is for F-1 visa students who are currently studying in a Bachelor's program, or a Master's program that has no thesis (Plan B Masters). It is also for students in any other degree program that does not include a Thesis/Dissertation as a graduation requirement (e.g. Juris Doctor, PharmD).

    Are you interested in working in the U.S. after you graduate? You should attend this workshop to learn more about Optional Practical Training (OPT) and how you can use this benefit to legally work or intern in the United States after you graduate.
    sign up at:
    http://icworkshops.uconn.edu/

    Contact Information: international@uconn.edu

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  6. Feb 7 Pre-Completion Practical Training (CPT + Pre-OPT) - Hartford9:00am

    Pre-Completion Practical Training (CPT + Pre-OPT) - Hartford

    Friday, February 7th, 2020

    09:00 AM - 11:00 AM

    Hartford Campus
    Hartford Times Building 210

    This workshop is for F-1 visa holders from the Hartford and GBLC campuses.

    Are you looking for internships off-campus? Does your academic program have a required internship or practicum? You MUST have proper work authorization before you can start any off-campus internships or practicum. This workshop will discuss the difference between CPT and Pre-Completion OPT and the application procedures for both.
    Note: If you will be graduating soon and would like information on post-completion practical training, please attend the Post-Completion OPT Workshop instead of this one.


    Advance registration is required. Please register at: http://www.icworkshops.uconn.edu

    More information available at: http://www.isss.uconn.edu

    Contact Information: neena.kapoor@uconn.edu

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  7. Feb 13 Post OPT Workshop Thesis/Dissertation 10:00am

    Post OPT Workshop Thesis/Dissertation

    Thursday, February 13th, 2020

    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

    Storrs Campus
    McMahon Hall ISSS Lounge Room 183

    This workshop is for F-1 visa students who are currently studying in Masters or Doctoral program that has a thesis/dissertation requirement (Plan A Masters and PhD).



    Are you interested in working in the U.S. after you graduate? You should attend this workshop to learn more about Optional Practical Training (OPT) and how you can use this benefit to legally work or intern in the United States after you graduate.
    Sign up at: http://icworkshops.uconn.edu/

    Contact Information: international@uconn.edu

    More
  8. Feb 14 OPT Workshop (Post-Completion) - Hartford9:00am

    OPT Workshop (Post-Completion) - Hartford

    Friday, February 14th, 2020

    09:00 AM - 11:00 AM

    Hartford Campus
    Hartford Times Building 210

    This workshop is for F-1 visa holders at the Hartford and GBLC campuses.

    Are you graduating this year? Do you want to look for an internship or job in the U.S. after you finish your degree? If yes, you should attend a Post-Completion OPT workshop. The workshop will cover the basics of post-completion OPT application procedures, work authorization, work requirements and OPT extension opportunities.

    Advance registration is required. Please register at: http://www.icworkshops.uconn.edu

    More information available at: http://www.isss.uconn.edu

    Contact Information: neena.kapoor@uconn.edu

    More
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News

  • Email from Wellfleet StudentPosted on January 6, 2020
  • Watch #YouAreWelcomeHere video!Posted on October 25, 2019
  • Students explore the culture of tattoos-this month’s ISSS Coffee HourPosted on September 27, 2019
  • SEVIS Fee to Increase June 24th, 2019Posted on May 23, 2019
  • ISSS Bon Voyage BanquetPosted on May 6, 2019
  • Video: UConn ISSS Tips for Chinese Name PronunciationPosted on April 22, 2019
  • Daily Campus: ISSS Coffee Hour South AsiaPosted on April 18, 2019
  • Daily Campus: Spring Valley Farm at ISSS LoungePosted on April 11, 2019

Contact Us

Phone: (860)486-3855
E-mail: international@uconn.edu
Address: International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)
2011 Hillside Rd. U-1083
McMahon Hall
Storrs, CT 06269-1083
Fax: (860) 486-5800
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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