International Student Support

International Students and Scholars Services

Welcome to Drexel University and welcome to the office of International Students and Scholars Services (ISSS).

Immigration Updates

Relevant News to Drexel's Global Community.

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Where the World Meets Drexel

The International Students and Scholars Services (ISSS) office provides essential immigration advising, support services, and advocacy to approximately 3,500 international students, scholars, and faculty members at Drexel University. ISSS offers comprehensive support and resources to help international students and scholars on Drexel-sponsored visas understand and comply with immigration regulations.

ISSS assists with navigating complex immigration requirements and serves the needs of F-1 and J-1 students and scholars, while also supporting Drexel hiring departments sponsoring visas for international scholars and employees. Additionally, ISSS provides assistance to other non-immigrant visa holders who wish to change their immigration status to a Drexel-sponsored visa.

Immigration Emergencies

Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Contact the ISSS Office:
215.895.2502
Isss@drexel.edu

Visit International Students and Scholars Services

Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. ET

Visit during office hours to drop off/pick up documents or to request a travel signature. ISSS offers the following advising options virtually and in-person:

Appointments

Students can schedule a virtual or in-person appointment with an International Student & Scholar Advisor via the following link or by signing into DrexelOne and navigating to the My Success Team channel. 

J-1 Scholars and foreign national employees can schedule a virtual or in-person appointment by sending an appointment request to isss@drexel.edu.

Virtual Advising Sessions

Have a quick question? Join our Virtual Advising Hours in Zoom during the times listed below. Virtual Advising Hours are on a first-come, first-served basis and are meant for questions that can be answered in less than 15 minutes.

Experiencing an immigration emergency outside of ISSS office hours? Visit our Emergency Information and Resources page to learn who you should contact.

Why You Should Study in the U.S.
Are you thinking about studying in the U.S. as an international student? Pursuing a university education in the U.S. — and at Drexel — allows you to join our diverse community of scholars and take advantage of the numerous resources and opportunities available. Learn more about the value of joining our family of international Dragons and how Drexel can prepare you for future success.

ISSS Newsletter

ISSS sends out an informational newsletter to all of Drexel's international students. These newsletters include travel guidance and restrictions, helpful reminders about important deadlines, and any updates relevant to our international Dragons.

Travel Reminders

U.S. visa holders and their dependents who want to re-enter the United States after traveling internationally must provide Customs and Border Protection with valid immigration documentation connected to the rules and regulations of their visas. Please see our Travel Information section for more details.

If you have departed the U.S. without a signature or have a question about your travel, please email isss@drexel.edu.

Announcements

Department of State (DoS) Visa Appointment Wait Time Website Update
Department of State (DoS) Visa Appointment Wait Time Website Update
Reminder About International Travel, Carrying Immigration Documents, and Change of U.S. Address
Reminder about international travel, carrying immigration documents, and change of U.S. address.
USCIS/DHS Announces H-1B Modernization Rule
On December 18, 2024, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a final H-1B modernization rule that will make important modifications to the program.

Contact Us

Hours

Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Visit during office hours to drop off/pick up documents or to request a travel signature.

Virtual Advising Hours

Mondays and Wednesdays: 2–4 p.m.

Virtual Advising Sign-In