UT-Austin is celebrating the benefits of international education with a variety of educational and fun events throughout the week of November 13 -17! “This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education is part of our efforts to promote programs that prepare Americans for… read more
Apply to be an International Orientation Assistant
Are you a continuing UT student who enjoys meeting people from other cultures and countries? Helping with International Student Orientation is a fantastic way to meet new international students, make new friends, and share culture! Each year, The University of Texas at Austin and the International Office welcome hundreds of… read more
Fall 2017 Q-Drop Deadline: Tuesday, November 7
Tuesday, November 7, 2017, is the last day an undergraduate student may withdraw from the University or drop a class. It is also the last day undergraduate and graduate students may change registration for a class to a pass/fail basis. If you are thinking about dropping a class or withdrawing… read more
Spotlight: Dependents and International Wellness Fest
The International Office’s 4th Annual International Wellness Fest will be an opportunity to celebrate International Education Week and to connect students with health & wellness resources in and around campus. Did you know that we will have some resources for your dependents (spouse and/or children) as well? Here are a… read more
A Guide To Taking Online Courses And Maintaining Immigration Status
Registering for spring online classes? Maybe you are not maintaining status by doing so… You have many things to consider when choosing classes. Will the course you want fit into your degree requirement? Will you have time to go out with your friends and balance the work load for the… read more
Spring 2018 Scholarship Application Deadline Reminder
Just a reminder that the following spring 2018 scholarship applications are due on November 1: General ISSS Financial Aid Award ISSS is able to provide up to a $3,000 spring 2018 semester tuition award and a $2,000 summer 2018 semester tuition award towards the tuition bills of students who demonstrate… read more
I-20 Extensions and Drop Off Process Fall 2017
Is your I-20 expiring, but you need more time to finish your program? It’s time to apply for an extension of your I-20. You can request an extension up to six months prior to your program end date and it’s important to apply as early as possible. Procedures for applying,… read more
Tax Scam Alert!
As Halloween approaches, there is one thing far more nefarious and terrifying than ghouls and goblins – TAX SCAMS! Don’t feel too spooked, the International Office is here to tell you how to identify the scams, what to do if you are contacted by a scammer, and how to avoid… read more
4th Annual International Wellness Fest!
Mark your calendars, and join us for International Wellness Fest 2017 on Monday, November 13! Look out for a series of upcoming blog posts highlighting some of our partners over the next few weeks. Questions? Email insuranceadvisor@austin.utexas.edu to find out more.
Lawyer Referral by State Bar of Texas
Although we want to sail through life without encountering legal problems, circumstances in life occasionally necessitate the assistance of a lawyer. Did you know that the State Bar of Texas* has a useful resource called Lawyer Referral & Information Service (LRIS)? If you are at a loss as to how… read more
