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.
New to Maryland? Start here.
Upcoming Events
No results found.
ISSS News
Maryland Global Celebrates Excellence at the Global Classrooms Showcase
Maryland Global celebrated excellence in global education at the Global Classrooms Showcase, highlighting both faculty innovation and student achievements in virtual international collaboration.
-
UMD and Bowie State Partner to Fund Passports for 25 Students Through 2025 IIE Grant
The University of Maryland (UMD) College Park, in partnership with Bowie State University (BSU), has been selected to receive the 2025 IIE American Passport Project grant. This collaborative initiative will enable UMD and BSU to nominate 25 eligible students to each receive $165.00 to fund their U.S. passport application process.
-
University of Maryland Ranks No. 4 Nationally Among Peace Corps’ Top Volunteer-Producing Universities in 2025
Since the Peace Corps’ founding in 1961, the University of Maryland has produced 1,175 alumni who have served abroad as volunteers. Currently, 28 alumni are serving in 17 countries around the world.
Learn more about...
Living & Working in the U.S.
Questions? We can help.
Engaging our international community is our top-priority:
Maryland's commitment to staying ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving field of Information Systems, through its cutting-edge curriculum and interdisciplinary approach, provides me with the tools to turn over a new leaf and transform my passion for technology into a flourishing career.