Academic Advisors

International Student Requests

There are a number of processes that academic advisors must approve for international students.

Advisor Guides and Training

ISSS has resources and training to prepare you to work with international students.

ISSS Support Services

ISSS offers counseling, career support, funding, and more.

Hosting Exchange Visitors

About J-1 Exchange Visitors

J-1 exchange visitors some to the University to study, conduct research, teach a course, receive training, and more.

English Proficiency Requirement

J-1 Scholars and Student-Interns are required to fulfill English proficiency requirements.

Scholars

Learn more about inviting a J-1 scholar and the regulations involved in maintaining legal status.

Student-Interns

Learn more about inviting a student-intern.

B-1/B-2 Visitor Visas

The B-1 and B-2 visas are for business and pleasure/tourism visitors, respectively.

Employment-Based Visas

H-1B

The H-1B visa/status is used for a nonimmigrant temporary worker in a specialty occupation.

Permanent Residence

Permanent residence allows a foreign citizen to live and work permanently in the U.S.

TN Status

TN status is an employment visa that allows Canadian and Mexican citizens to be employed in the U.S.

E-3 Status

E-3 is a visa for specialty occupation workers who are citizens of Australia.

O-1 Status

O–1 is for individuals of "extraordinary ability" and requires proof of major scholarly, athletic, or artistic achievement. 

Training

Training for Staff and Departments

This series helps UMN staff members improve interactions and relationships with international students, staff, and faculty.

Other Resources

Terms to Know

Glossary of helpful terms related to immigration status, documents, and government agencies.

International Student Advisory Board

Departments and staff can seek feedback from international students regarding a new initiative, communications, or current programs and services.

UMN Research about International Students

ISSS has joined with other departments on campus to do data collection and research on the international student experience.

Site Visits by Law Enforcement

There are various reasons federal law enforcement agents might come to a university office.

Email Subscriptions for Staff/Departments

Sign up to receive emails from ISSS about international students and/or scholars and employment-based visa holders.