News from International Student & Scholar Services
News from International Student & Scholar Services
Starting college in a new country is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. That’s why International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) hosts International Student Orientation — a week of programs designed to help you feel prepared, connected, and confident before your first day…
Moving to a new city is an exciting milestone, but it can also come with many questions. Where will you live? How will you get around? Where can you buy groceries, find familiar foods, or spend time outside of class? As you…
Starting your journey at The University of Texas at Austin is about more than attending classes. It’s also about finding your community, making meaningful connections, and creating memories that will last long after graduation. International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) offers programs to…
Welcome to Austin! After months of planning, you’ve finally arrived at The University of Texas at Austin. Your first day in a new country may feel exciting, overwhelming, or a little of both, but knowing what to expect can help you start…
If this is your first summer in the United States, you may notice celebrations taking place across Austin and throughout the country on July 4. Often called the Fourth of July or Independence Day, this U.S. holiday is recognized with…
Starting at a new university in a new country comes with excitement, opportunity, and plenty of questions. International Orientation, taking place August 14-20 for Fall Semester 2026, is designed to help incoming international students begin their time at The University of Texas…
The Faculty and Scholar Services (FSS) team in International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) at Texas Global supports international faculty members, researchers, and visiting scholars throughout their time at The University of Texas at Austin. Working closely with scholars and…
As Spring 2026 graduates of The University of Texas at Austin prepared to celebrate commencement, International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) welcomed students and their loved ones to the Graduating International Student Reception. Held in partnership with Global Initiatives and…
Do you remember your first days at The University of Texas at Austin? Arriving on campus, navigating a new city, meeting new people, and learning your way around the Forty Acres can feel both exciting and overwhelming. For thousands of…