International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS), along with the rest of The University of Texas at Austin, will be closed for the winter break, December 23 – January 1. During the break, ISSS advisors will not be available for assistance. The University will open for the spring semester starting Tuesday,… read more
winter break
Got Travel Plans? Get Travel Signatures!
Hi, everyone. We hope you are having a great fall semester! With Thanksgiving and winter break on the horizon, many of you may be planning to travel internationally. Please let this be your gentle reminder that when you do eventually head back to the United States to resume your studies,… read more
Austin’s Holiday Traditions and Treats
The office of International Student and Scholar Services wishes you a happy winter season! This time allows for rest and relaxation, inspiring participation in holiday traditions. Whether you will relax here in Austin or travel elsewhere, consider exploring new experiences. Colorful holiday light shows mirror Austin’s vibrant nightlife. Grab a… 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
Winter Break Health and Safety
Whether you’ll be travelling for the holidays or “stay-cationing” here in Austin, keep the following tips in mind this Winter Break: Remember to keep your insurance card with you at ALL times. Fill your prescriptions before leaving for vacation so you don’t run out unexpectedly. Know where to seek care for… read more
Health and Insurance During Winter Break
If you plan to leave Austin during Winter Break, here are some important insurance tips to keep in mind: Keep your insurance card with you at all times. Fill your prescriptions before leaving for vacation. Know where to seek care for different medical needs when you are away from University… read more
Winter Break Travel Considerations
With the Winter Break soon upon us, we here at the International Office know that many of you may be travelling out of the country to home or for vacation. If you have any questions about travel, meet with your immigration advisor to get your travel signature or required immigration… read more
Enter Your Photos For a Chance to Win a Prize! #UTWintergram
Are you traveling over the Winter Break? Are you staying in Austin? Either way, we want to see your photos! Enter the ISSS Wintergram contest from December 19 to January 19 for a chance to win prizes from the International Office. Simply post winter break photos to Twitter, Facebook, or… read more
Are you Traveling Internationally for Winter Break?
Review Your I-20 or DS-2019 Don’t forget to check your I-20/DS-2019 for a valid travel signature: Look at page 3 of the I-20 (F-1 students) or page 1 of the DS-2019 (J-1 students/scholars) and check the date that the document was last signed for travel by an immigration advisor. If… read more
Advising Schedule for the End of the Fall 2014 Semester
The International Office will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving November 27 and 28, 2014 and also December 22, 2014 through January 1, 2015 for the winter holiday. If your I-20 or DS-2019 expires on December 31, 2014 and you plan to continue your program after the fall 2014 semester,… read more