If you have questions about health insurance and the U.S. healthcare system, the International Office can help! You are invited to attend our monthly Insurance Information Sessions held at the International Office. Topics this semester include: when and where to go for medical care; understanding how health insurance works; overview… read more
Check your I-94 after each entry!
This could save you time and energy in the future! Whenever you enter the country, please check your I-94 record to make sure that you were granted the correct status upon reentry into the U.S. You should do this every time you enter the U.S. in order to check that… read more
Spring 2019 Insurance Waiver Deadline
The spring 2019 Insurance Waiver deadline is coming up! ***Please note that due to an update in our waiver system, all waivers will require 24 hours for the tuition and fee bill to update.*** The deadline to submit your waiver for the spring semester is MONDAY FEBRUARY 4, 2019 by… read more
Spring 2019 Friendship Program: Apply Now!
What is the Friendship Program? The Friendship Program is an opportunity for UT international students and scholars to interact with the Austin community and share experiences, traditions, and customs. As an international student or scholar, the Friendship Program will provide you with the chance to meet members of the Austin community.… read more
A Guide to Taking Online Courses and Maintaining Immigration Status
Registering for spring online classes? Be sure you are maintaining status when doing so… You have many things to consider when choosing classes. Will the course you want fit into your degree requirement? Will your course load allow you enough time to maintain a healthy balance between your studies and… read more
Texas Excursions: NASA Space Center & Kemah Boardwalk
“Houston, we have a problem!” Join ISSS for a visit to the NASA Space Center in Houston, TX (hence the famous phrase). See for yourself the live control center and exhibit of all things outer space! Lunch at their cafe is included in the ticket price. After all is seen… read more
Position Posting: Graduate Student Assistant for Exchange Student Program
International Student & Scholar Services is looking for a graduate student to assist with incoming exchange students (international students coming to UT for one or two semesters). Tasks include administrative, organizational work, and event planning, as well as some communication. We are looking for a creative graduate student who is… read more
Position Posting: Graduate Student for Customized & Intercultural Programs
International Student & Scholar Services is looking for a graduate student to assist with the coordination of Customized & Intercultural Programs. Programs include, but are not limited to, International Student Orientation, Friendship Program, TX Excursions, grant and custom program facilitation. Position Responsibilities: Recruit, train, and manage International Orientation Assistants (IOA),… read more
Are you traveling for the break? Here’s what you need to know before you go!
If you are an international student or scholar and plan to travel this winter break, be sure that you have the appropriate immigration documents. If you are an F-1 or J-1 student, here is a list of documents that you should take with you as you travel: Valid passport Valid visa Valid… read more
Reminder: Dependent & Dental Insurance Deadline
If you are on the Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP), please read on! This information does not apply to students currently covered under the UT Select employee health insurance. All current students on SHIP are eligible to add dependents (spouse/children) to their plan. If you would like to add dependents… read more
