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 questions regarding the new Rule ending D/S?
Visit our resource pages for information and answers to frequently asked questions about the new rule ending Duration of Status (D/S) for F and J students and scholars.
We're also hosting informational webinars during the week of August 3. Check your email for registration details and instructions on how to attend.
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Upcoming Events
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November 11, 2026Pre-Arrival Engagement Webinar
Are you a newly admitted student starting in Spring 2027? Join us to connect with an ISSS staff member, discover helpful resources like our weekly “Tips of the Week” emails and welcome events, and hear firsthand from a current international student.
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November 12, 2026
International Coffee Hour
Take a break and connect with the UMD community at International Coffee Hour! Joindomestic and international students, visiting scholars, faculty, and staff for greatconversations, coffee, tea, and snacks.
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November 19, 2026
International Coffee Hour
Join us for a special International Coffee Hour as we celebrate International EducationWeek (IEW) 2026 and wrap up our Fall 2026 Coffee Hour series!
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Maryland Global News
Honors Global Challenges & Solutions Program Takes Students to Panama and Brazil
The Honors College’s HGLO Program Led Students on Not One, but Two Study Abroad Programs in 2026
Education Abroad to Award Nearly $1 Million in Scholarships for 2027 Study Abroad
The University of Maryland's Education Abroad office will award approximately $1 million in scholarships to students studying abroad in 2027—the largest investment in Education Abroad funded scholarships to date.The expanded funding builds upon existing scholarship opportunities, including the Gilman Guarantee, while introducing several new initiatives designed to make study abroad more accessible for Maryland students.
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Evelyn Cooper, Ph.D. Receives Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award for 2026-2027
Dr. Evelyn Cooper, Assistant Dean and Chief of Operations for the Graduate School at the University of Maryland, has received a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program award in International Education Administration to South Korea for the 2026 academic year from the U.S.
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