Our International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) team welcomes all new international students and scholars to our flagship campus, serving as the touchpoint for all of your questions about immigration, transitioning to the U.S., and making on-campus connections. We aim to provide a welcoming environment to promote and facilitate a successful educational, professional and personal experience for our international community.
Have an emergency?
If you're experiencing an issue with your immigration status ISSS is here to support you. Contact ISSS Director, Susan-Ellis Dougherty at (301)314-1713 or send us a message at isss_inquiry@umd.edu. You can also contact the UMD Police Department at (301)405-3333.
Please note that this emergency phone line is exclusively for urgent matters and should not be used for inquiries regarding OPT or CPT.
For the latest news and updates on visas and immigration, visit our Immigration News and Updates page.
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Upcoming Events
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February 9, 2026 - to May 4, 2026Language House Language Chats
Everyone is welcome to practice, improve or maintain language skills in a casual setting with drinks and snacks. The program meets every Monday from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at St.
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February 19, 2026 - to April 30, 2026
International Coffee Hour
International Coffee Hour, hosted by International Student and Scholar Services, takes place on Thursdays from 2:30pm - 3:30 p.m. at various locations around our beautiful campus.
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Global Maryland News
Exploring London Through Culture, Cuisine and Critical Perspective
“True learning comes from being brave enough to try new things on your own, while being safe and prepared as you do so.” | Zoe Jones, UMD-Spring Break: United Kingdom
Student-run study abroad inspires creative public health approaches
By School of Public Health StaffVARANASI, India – Outside the ancient city of Varanasi in northern India, UMD undergraduate Zoe Baber ‘27 co-leads a workshop with middle school students at the Vidyashram-South Point School on a book they created telling the story of “Esha” (or E.coli), how it spreads in water and what actions can prevent it.
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President Pines Joins Universitas 21 Annual Meeting in Glasgow
University of Maryland President Darryll J. Pines will join global higher education leaders at the Universitas 21 Annual Network Meeting and Leadership Summit hosted by the University of Glasgow April 20–23, 2026.
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