The role of ISSP

International Student and Scholar Programs (ISSP) is responsible for the development, coordination, and administration of services and programs designed to assist international students and scholars. ISSP will be a very important source of information and service for you while you are a student at Emory University.

The staff counsels and/or advises international students and scholars about immigration and visa problems, academic concerns, financial matters, and personal issues such as adjustment to United States society and education, and assists with emergency situations involving international students and scholars.

Other functions of the office include coordinating orientation programs for newly arrived students and scholars, social and cultural programming within the city and region to help you learn about the United States.

ISSP serves as Emory University's official link with the Department of State and the Department of Homeland Security. Staff members complete immigration forms as required, update students on changes in immigration law, and file reports as required by law.

International Student and Scholar Programs staff members are available to help you make the most of your stay in the United States. You should visit the office as soon as you arrive at Emory University and whenever you have questions about living and learning in the United States.