Changes to the STEM OPT extension went into effect on May 10, 2016. Previously a 17 month extension, the STEM extension is now 24 months. To review the changes to STEM eligibility, additional reporting requirements, and how to apply, please visit our STEM OPT changes page. Additionally, our office held… read more
Texas PEACH Season is Coming!
Summer is almost here and along with it, in-season produce! Austin has numerous farmers markets to grab seasonal produce, and some farmers markets also feature chef demonstrations and music. For a list of farmers markets in the area, read our recent post on the topic. Cooking with In-Season Produce Summer seasonal produce… read more
2nd Round Summer 2016 General ISSS Financial Aid Award
Applications for Summer 2016 General ISSS Financial Aid have reopened! This financial need-based award (worth up to $1,500) is applied directly onto a student’s summer 2016 tuition bill. Please note that the award amount cannot exceed the tuition bill balance. Students who have experienced a recent change in their financial status or who are not… read more
Last day to drop a course or withdraw from UT (graduates) – May 6, 2016
Friday, May 6th, is the last day a graduate student may withdraw from the university or drop a class, with required approvals. It is also the last day to submit master’s report, recital, thesis, doctoral dissertation, or treatise to the graduate dean. If you’re thinking about dropping a class, don’t… read more
Foundation Year Students Give Back to the Community
Each year, ISSS hosts a nine-month Foundation Year Program for recipients of competitive scholarships from around the globe. After graduating high school in their home countries, Foundation Year students come to UT for a gap-year program to immerse themselves in U.S. culture and prepare for success in their undergraduate studies. This spring,… read more
Solidarity with Ecuador
You’ve by now all heard of the devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake that hit the provinces of Manabi and Esmeraldas on April 16. While the news media coverage of the catastrophe has almost ceased, tens of thousands of people are still very much affected by its aftermath: emergency shelters, food, and… read more
Stay Safe & Beat the Heat This Summer!
Everyone is ready to have some summer fun! Summer can be the best part of the year, but did you know that it’s also prime time for accidents and ER visits? Check out these summer safety tips: Be prepared for the Texas heat Choose a sunscreen of at least SPF… read more
Award Opportunity: 2016-2017 General ISSS Financial Aid Now Available!
The 2016-2017 General ISSS Financial Aid Application is now available! This financial need-based award applies up to $2,500 per semester for the fall and spring semesters and $1,500 in the summer semester towards tuition bills. Please note that the award amount cannot exceed the tuition bill balance. Students who have experienced a… read more
Ethnic Restaurants & Markets
This spring & summer you’ll need to fulfill your appetite for delicious international food! Here is a list of ethnic restaurants & markets to visit: Jamaican – Craving a Caribbean meal? Tony’s Jamaican Food is well known for their large portions and jerk chicken. French – Look no further than… read more
STEM OPT Extension Info Session
In March 2016, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security published amended F-1 rules for certain STEM majors. These changes provide for an extension of the OPT period by 24 months (a STEM OPT extension). The amended rules will go into effect on May 10, 2016. As such, the International Office… read more
