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International Student and Scholar Services
University of Mississippi

About what we do

International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) is housed within the Office of Global Engagement (OGE). Its primary functions include:

  • Advance the internationalization strategy of the University of Mississippi
  • Serve as advocate for the University’s international community
  • Assist prospective international students with application, admissions and enrollment services
  • Assist enrolled international students with arrival, adjustment and immigration advisory services and programs which support their acculturation and integration
  • Assist international faculty, scholars and staff with advisory services related to their employment and relocation to the USA
  • Assist academic units in the development and facilitation of institutional or program-specific international collaborations programs
  • Serve as host to international delegations visiting our beautiful campus
  • Ensure the University’s compliance with federal regulations related to international students and personnel