International Student & Scholar Services
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.
**There will be no walk-in advising hours on Thursday November 20th due to Travel Clearance Day**
- 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
Sparks Hall - Room 252
Phone: (404) 413-2070
Fax: (404) 413-2072
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
Occasionally it may be necessary to make emergency cancellations of advising times last minute. We apologize for any inconvenience.