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    About

    Learn all about Emory’s International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS).

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    • The Office
      • ISSS Staff
      • Request Processing Times
      • Vision, Mission and Core Values
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    • Contact ISSS
      • Contact Information
      • Find Your ISSS Advisor
      • ISSS Liaisons (for Academic Units)
      • Walk-In Hours (Virtual and In-Person)
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    • Emergencies
      • Resources and Protocols
    • Stay Connected
      • Events
      • Updates
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  • Students

    Students

    For F-1 and J-1 students requesting/in possession of an I-20 or DS-2019 and pursuing a full course of study at Emory or taking part in an approved practical/academic training program. 

    International employees or exchange visitors who are not full-time enrolled at Emory are considered “Scholars” for ISSS purposes. 

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    • New Students
      • I-20/DS-2019 Request Process
      • Pre-Arrival Checklist (SEVIS Fee, Visas and More)
      • Post-Arrival Checklist (Check-in, Orientation and More)
      • New Student Resources
      • Get Help (New Students)
      • More
    • Current Students
      • Maintenance of Status
      • Enrollment and Reduced Course Load
      • Academic Program Changes (Length, Major, Degree, Leave of Absence, etc.)
      • End of Program Options (Grace Periods and Transfer Out)
      • Out of Status Options
      • More
    • Employment and Training
      • On-Campus Employment
      • Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
      • Optional Practical Training (OPT)
      • STEM OPT Extension
      • Academic Training (AT)
      • More
    • General Resources
      • Apply for a US Visa
      • Driver's Licenses
      • Find Your Student Advisor
      • ISSS Link (E-form Requests)
      • Social Security Numbers (SSNs)
      • Travel
      • Updating Contact Information
      • More
  • Scholars

    Scholars

    For international employees and exchange visitors whose primary purpose is conducting research, teaching, lecturing, or observing. 

    F-1 and J-1 students who are enrolled full-time at Emory and in possession of an Emory issued I-20 or DS-2019 are considered “Students” for ISSS purposes. 

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    • New Scholars
      • Get Started (Scholar Requests and More)
      • Pre-Arrival Checklist (Visas, Entering the US and More)
      • Post-Arrival Checklist (Check-in, Orientation and More)
      • New Scholar Resources
      • More
    • Current Scholars
      • Maintenance of Status
      • Government Site Visits
      • Program/Employment Changes (Dept./Position, Work Sites, Length, Etc.)
      • More
    • Status Changes
      • Change of Status
      • Permanent Residency
    • General Resources
      • Apply for a US Visa
      • Driver's Licenses
      • Find Your Scholar Advisor
      • ISSS Link (E-form Requests)
      • Social Security Numbers (SSNs)
      • Travel
      • Updating Contact Information
      • More
  • Host departments

    Host Departments

    For university faculty members and administrators planning to hire, host, or enroll an international student, scholar, or employee. ISSS is here to help!

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    • Enroll, Hire and Support Int’l Students
      • Enroll and Hire Int'l Students
      • Get Help (ISSS Liaisons and Additional Staff)
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    • Host/Hire Int'l Scholars
      • Getting Started: HR Training and ISSS Link Access
      • Nonimmigrant Status Options
      • Hosting/Hiring Department Responsibilities
      • Int'l Scholar Request Process
      • Onboarding Int'l Scholars
      • Get Help (ISSS Advisors by Dept.)
      • More
    • Program/Employment Changes
      • Change in Work Sites and Hours
      • Change in Dept./Positions and Promotions
      • Change in Program Length (Extend/Shorten)
      • End of Program/Employment Options
    • Permanent Residency
      • Eligibility, Procedures, Timelines, Fees and More
  • Life in the US

    Life in the US

    Whether new to Atlanta or have been at Emory for years, all international students, scholars, employees and their families may find these resources helpful as they navigate life in the US.


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    • Living in Atlanta
      • Banking
      • Driver's Licenses
      • Housing
      • Mobile Phones
      • Transportation
      • More
    • Healthcare and Insurance
      • Health Insurance
      • J-1/J-2 Health Insurance Requirements
      • More
    • General Immigration Resources
      • Apply for a US Visa
      • Change of Status
      • Enter the US and Arrive on Campus
      • Immigration Documents
      • Travel
      • More
    • SSNs, ITINs and Taxes
      • Social Security Numbers
      • US Tax Tax Filing Requirements
      • More
    • Additional Resources
      • Bringing Family
      • Protection from Scams
      • Updating Contact Information
      • More
  • Get involved

    Get Involved

    For all members of the Emory community. Learn how to get involved with ISSS events, programs, and trainings.

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    • Programs and Events
      • Global Festival
      • International Community Friday Lunch
      • International Welcome Reception
      • International Graduation Reception
      • Passport to Emory
      • Windows to the World
    • Leadership Opportunities
      • Emory International Council (EIC)
      • Emory International Leadership Program (EILP)
    • Intercultural Training
      • Trainings for Faculty/Staff
      • Trainings for Students
    • Online Events
      • Pre-Arrival Webinars
      • Past Event Recordings
    • GIVE

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Updates

July 20, 2024
MLK holiday office closure
July 20, 2024
Pilot Program: Domestic Renewal of H-1B Visas
July 18, 2024
USCIS to Increase Government Filing Fees

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Emory University  
Atlanta, Georgia 30322  

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