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.
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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.
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ISSS News
International athletes: what happens after graduation if they’re not going pro?
Maryland Athletics—you know them, you love them, you go to their games. Sporting events are an undeniable part of what it means to be a Terp—alums and current students alike can share in the same core memories of walking to SECU stadium or Xfinity Center, cheering as loud as they can when we score, and donning jerseys with an easy pride that lasts a lifetime.
How to Recognize a Scam
Be aware of scams targeting international students and scholars. Some UMD students have reported receiving calls or emails that their immigration status is at risk and they must pay a fee/fine to avoid being deported. These are scams!
Planning On Taking an Internship/Co-Op
Are you an international student looking to intern/co-op between now and the end of Fall? The final day to request AND begin Fall 2023 Curricular Practical Training is November 1, 2023.
Upcoming Events
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December 4, 2023Language House Language Chats
All are welcome to attend the Language House Chats Mondays from 4-5:30 in the Multi-purpose Room of the Language House in St. Mary's Hall, located across the street from Stamp Student Union.10 different languages are represented, some with mentors to help facilitate conversations.
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December 6, 2023"Trump's Peace: The Abraham Accords and the Reshaping of the Middle East" (ISRL talk featuring Barak Ravid, Senior Middle East Reporter for Axios)
The Gildenhorn Institute for Israel Studies invites you to an event, "Trump's Peace: The Abraham Accords and the Reshaping of the Middle East", with Barak Ravid. The event will be held on Dec. 5, at 6pm in 1126 Taliaferro Hall.
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December 7, 2023International Coffee Hour
We are excited to host International Coffee Hours again this Fall semester. International Coffee Hour will be in-person, and take place Thursdays from 2:30pm - 3:30pm at various locations around our beautiful campus.
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