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International Student Services
Office of International Student Services
The Office of International Student Services (OISS) is committed to providing services and programs beneficial toa culturally diverse academic environment that enhances the international student experience. We work with our international undergraduate, graduate and exchange student community from the time of admission to graduation and beyond, working closely with campus partners to support a smooth and successful transition to Loyola. OISS provides services and programs to welcome and assist international students with their acclimation to the U.S. and Loyola, serves as a resource during their studies, and helps prepare students to succeed in a diverse, global environment. Our services range from international student orientations, to advising sessions, to immigration and visa assistance, to cultural adjustment andsupport.
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Services Provided by OISS:
• F-1 Student Visa Immigration Advising and Support • Advocacy and Support for International Students • International Orientation and Immigration Clearance • SEVIS Administration
• Assistance with Academic and Personal Matters
• Visa and Immigration Documents • Cultural Adjustment Support • Compliance with Federal Immigration Regulations • U.S. Tax Workshops (Non-Resident Alien Taxes) • Advise Students on Available Resources and Logistics
(U.S. Cell Phone, Bank Accounts, etc.)
• Promotion for International Education
• MD Driver’s License and MD Non-Driver IDs Assistance
• Campus Programming • Assistance with International Student Legal Concerns
We have international students studying at Loyola from all around the globe!
Countries Represented in our International Community
Argentina Bahamas Belize Brazil Canada Chile China Colombia Egypt Ethiopia France Germany Greece Guatemala Hong Kong India Indonesia Ireland Italy Jamaica Japan Mexico
The Netherlands Nepal Nicaragua Nigeria Norway Panama Peru Rwanda Saudi Arabia Serbia Singapore South Korea Spain Taiwan Thailand Turkey United Arab Emirates United Kingdom Uruguay Venezuela Vietnam
Office of International Student Services
www.LNDL.org 200 Winston Ave. Baltimore, MD 21212 (410) 617-6801
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