International Students and Scholars Services

We understand some students have issues entering the US by the start of classes. ISSS is here to support you along your process. If you are not able to enter the US on or before the start of classes, you have two options: late arrival or admission deferral. Whatever your plans for arrival, ISSS will need to know. Watch out for an email for your “Intent Form” 30 days before the start of classes. This form will help ISSS assist you on your immigration process and will help direct you through the late arrival process or with your deferral. 

Welcome for newly admitted international students and information on steps to become a UMD Terp.

List of visa categories and their eligibility for employment and/or receipt of payment.

Welcome spouses, partners, and children of international students and faculty. We are here to help you to maintain your status and enjoy your experience at the university.

How you can become a J-1 Student Intern at the University of Maryland.

Welcome Fulbright students and scholars. Access resources, support, and guidance for your UMD experience.

Our office files H-1B visa petitions for academic departments seeking to host foreign nationals to teach or do research in a specialty occupation.

UMD international student information on how to start the process to obtain your F-1 or J-1 visa and arrive on campus.

Travelers should seek to identify and weigh the risks associated with international travel based on their personal circumstances.

Academic Training (AT) is the name that the U.S. Department of State uses for certain types of study-related, off-campus internships or employment for students in J-1 status. It is available both before and after the completion of your program of study. You must obtain Academic Training authorization BEFORE you begin working and before the end date of your current DS-2019.