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Office of International Student and Scholar Services

Advising and supporting Northwestern’s international students, faculty, staff and scholars

By the Numbers

International students make up 25% of Northwestern's student body and enrich the academic experience of all students. Each year, Northwestern also hosts hundreds of international scholars, who contribute to more than 20 disciplines.

4913
International Students
142
Countries Represented
1609
International Scholars

Getting Started

Learn about visa options and the application process.

Student Employment

OISS helps students apply for off-campus work authorization (permission) during their academic programs (CPT) and after completing their degrees (OPT).

Learn more about eligibility, application procedures and processing times for:

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Living in the US

Find guidance and resources as you adjust to life at Northwestern and the United States.

How can we help?

Advisors are available via email, virtual advisement and scheduled appointments

News & Events

Events

Jun
24
2025

Web-In Quick Question Advising for International Students

12:00 PM
Join OISS advisors on Zoom on Tuesdays from 12pm-3pm and Fridays from 11 am-1pm to ask an international student advisor ...
Jun
27
2025

Web-In Quick Question Advising for International Students

11:00 AM
Join OISS advisors on Zoom on Tuesdays from 12pm-3pm and Fridays from 11 am-1pm to ask an international student advisor ...
Jul
1
2025

Web-In Quick Question Advising for International Students

12:00 PM
Join OISS advisors on Zoom on Tuesdays from 12pm-3pm and Fridays from 11 am-1pm to ask an international student advisor ...

Newsletters and Updates

Update on new immigration restrictions

June 5, 2025

The White House announced a travel ban that will stop nationals from 12 countries from entering the United States. The policy, which includes heightened restrictions on an additional seven countries, will take effect at 12:01 a.m. EDT on Monday, June 9.

Update on student visa issues

May 29, 2025

The U.S. Department of State has paused scheduling interviews for new student visas and announced plans to further scrutinize current and future student visa holders and applicants from China and Hong Kong.

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