Enrollment Services

International Student & Scholar Services

Please note: There will be no student or scholar advising on Friday, July 10. All advisors will be out of the office for a conference. Advising will resume on Monday, July 13.

Georgia State University welcomes students and scholars from other countries to join our vibrant campus community in downtown Atlanta. International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) offers immigration and support services to international students, faculty, and staff in order to support the intercultural and international dimensions of the University.

Prospective & New Students

Admission information, cost of attendance, visa process, & mandatory international orientation program

Current F-1 Students

Immigration essentials for F-1 students

Current J-1 Students

Immigration essentials for J-1 students

Scholars & Researchers

Support services & information provided for international scholars & researchers

Information for Departments

Sponsorship of international scholars, faculty & staff for J-1, H1-B, and permanent residency; and J-1 exchange program support

Insurance Plan

Details & contact information regarding the mandatory accident/sickness insurance plan

Tax Information

Information on how & when international students & scholars must file non-resident taxes

Campus & Community Involvement

International Student Association Council (ISAC), BUDI program, VISA Leader Program, & other involvement opportunities

Newsletter & Updates

Current & past issues of the ISSS e-newsletter

Office Information

Contact information, mission, international enrollment statistics, office forms & programs

Inquiry?  Issue?    Contact Information: 

Phone: (404) 413-2070

Fax: (404) 413-2072

In-Person:   252 Sparks Hall

E-mail: isss@gsu.edu

Office Hours:

8:30 a.m. - 5:15 p.m. EST, Monday - Friday

Walk-in Advisement Hours (F-1 students):

1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday

There will be no advising Friday, July 10. Advising will resumed Monday July 13.

Occasionally it may be necessary to make emergency cancellations of advising times last minute. We apologize for any inconvenience.  

Do you have a complaint?    E-mail the Associate Provost.  We are dedicated to serving the needs of students and will respond to your e-mail within one to two business days.