The International Office has been alerted of a new scam targeting taxpayers regarding a fraudulent CP2000 notice which requests payment to the IRS. Please review the two documents below to see the differences between a legitimate CP2000 and the fake CP2000: Real CP2000 vs. Fake CP2000 The fake CP2000 is noted with… read more
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Exchange Students at UT
Reciprocal exchange students come from partner universities around the world and stay at UT Austin for one or two semesters. This fall we have about 400 exchange students who are enthusiastically studying at UT and exploring Austin. The fall 2016 exchange student cohort has already given back to the community… read more
Checking Your I-94 Upon Entry into the U.S.
Have you traveled outside the United States recently? If yes, then make sure to check your I-94 record to see that you were granted the correct status upon reentry into the U.S. This is important as you will need a copy of your most recent I-94 to apply for a… read more
Optional Practical Training (OPT) for Fall 2016
Are you an F-1 student who will graduate in Fall 2016? Are you wanting to work in the U.S. after graduation? If you answered yes, then you want to apply for Post-Completion Optional Practical Training (OPT). OPT is a work authorization for F-1 students that allow you to work in… read more
GPT 2016–Connecting UT with East & Southeast Asia!
It’s back! The Global Professional Training (GPT) for East and Southeast Asia returns to campus October 21 & 22! This conference focuses on professional development, intercultural training & networking opportunities for international students from the area as well as those who are interested in studying, working, or living in East and Southeast Asia. This… read more
Texas Excursion: Explore San Antonio!
Explore more of Texas in San Antonio! We’ll start off the day by meandering the San Antonio Botanical Garden featuring Winged Wonders (showcasing Texas butterflies and hummingbirds). The afternoon is yours to check out The Alamo, Texas’s most visited landmark, and stroll the famous River Walk to check out local… read more
Texas Summer 101
Whether you’re a veteran to the 100º F temperatures or experiencing your first summer in Austin, here are a few important reminders for all of us: Beat the Heat Drink plenty of water, even if you’re not thirsty. Don’t engage in vigorous activity in the hottest part of the day from 11am… read more
Texas Excursion: Schlitterbahn Waterpark!
Summer is here and with it comes the Texas heat! Grab your sunscreen and keep cool with International Student & Scholar Services at Schlitterbahn Waterpark! Located south of Austin in New Braunfels, Schlitterbahn is nestled along the banks of the Comal River and features over 3 miles of tubing adventures, 7 children’s water… read more
Free Fun in Austin
Free Fun in Austin As the semester comes to an end, you may be looking for inexpensive ways to get out and enjoy the city of Austin. A great online resource to help you in your quest is the website Free Fun in Austin, where you can get a regularly… read more
Summer Travel and Safety
With the semester coming to a close, we here at the International Office know that many of you may be traveling out of the country to go home or go on vacation. If you are an F-1 student traveling this summer, please bring your new format (issued after June 26, 2015)… read more