Contact the International Services and Engagement Office
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Our mission is to provide holistic support for all, with a focus on our international community through a full range of collaborative services and programs and foster an inclusive and welcoming environment for reciprocal learning and intercultural exchange.
Important Note:
- Final Rule regarding Fixed Period of Stay in the U.S.: ISEO advisors cannot provide individual guidance on the final rule ending Duration of Status at this point in time. Please visit our Final Rule on Fixed Period of Stay webpage for the latest updates.
- No Expedites: Expedites of iServices requests are not available. We encourage you to plan accordingly.
CONTACT US
UPCOMING OFFICE UPDATES:
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Monday, October 5 - The International Services and Engagement Office (ISEO) is pleased to welcome students, scholars, and visitors to our new office in the East Wing of the Triton Administrative Services Building!
Our physical office is now open, and we look forward to welcoming you to our new space. Please note that all in-person/virtual advising services are available by appointment only. Students and scholars seeking immigration advising or other advising assistance must schedule an appointment in advance.
ISEO continues to offer virtual services, including request processing and advising, to ensure uninterrupted support for our international community.
For advising assistance or to learn more about scheduling an appointment, please visit our Student Advising or Scholar Advising webpages.
We look forward to seeing you!
Connect with ISEO Advisors:
To connect with the appropriate advising team, please choose the option that best describes you.
Student Advising
Student Advisors assist individuals who have been admitted to UC San Diego, are currently enrolled in coursework, or are alumni on OPT, STEM OPT, or Academic Training.
Scholar Advising
Scholar Advisors assist individuals who are not enrolled in coursework at UC San Diego and are joining UC San Diego to teach, conduct research, or work.
Our Populations
STUDENTS = Admitted to UC San Diego, currently enrolled, or were enrolled in coursework (alumni)
ISEO’s Student Services advising team advises international F-1 and J-1 students who have accepted an offer of admission to UC San Diego, or are currently in F-1/J-1 status and are enrolled in courses at UC San Diego,
or are alumni on OPT/STEM OPT or Academic Training.
SCHOLAR = NOT enrolled in coursework at UC San Diego, Teaching or Research assignment only
ISEO’s Scholar Services advising team advises faculty and scholars who are teaching or conducting research at UC San Diego in J-1, H-1B, E-3, TN, O-1, and non-UC San Diego sponsored OPT/STEM employed by UC San Diego. If an individual is a student at their home institution and comes to the U.S. solely to conduct research, they are considered to be scholars while at UC San Diego.