International Student and Scholar Services
International Student and Scholar Services
Overview of International Students at CCNY
Welcome to the International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS). The Department of International Student & Scholar Services provides services and advocacy for the international students and scholars who are not permanent residents of the United States. Additionally, it provides pre-semester orientation programs and semester long workshops that assist with adapting to life in the United States while pursuing their education. Professional counseling assistance is available for students with immigration concerns, or academic and personal difficulties.
CUNY International Student Guide
ATTENTION SPRING 2019 NEW STUDENTS
Make NAC 1/107 your first stop!
All new International Students are required to report to our office and fill out a contact sheet. Students must also bring in copies of their passport, visa, and a printout of the I-94. The form I-94 is available by inputting your visa information in the link below.
AS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS YOU ARE REQUIRED TO REGISTER FULL TIME
12 CREDITS UNDERGRADUATE
9 CREDITS GRADUATE
7 CREDITS PH.D
Also, in order to maintain matriculation you must be physically present within the United States
Immigration Updates
Immigration tips in times of uncertainty
For DACA students who have reached our page, please click on this link for information specific to your status.
https://www.ccny.cuny.edu/we-are-one-ccny/dreamers-and-daca
UPCOMING EVENTS:
February 2019
Lunar New Year Recognition
Visit the Department of International Student & Scholar Services as we celebrate the Year of the Pig along with our international students. Pick up your red envelope anytime during the day.
Date: Tuesday February 5th, All day
Where: North Academic Center, Room 1/107
Valentine's Day
Visit the Department of International Student & Scholar Services for a Valentine's day treat on us.
Date: Thursday February 14th, All day
Where: North Academic Center, Room 1/107
International Coffee Hour
Participate in this monthly social gathering of international students and scholars.
Date: Thursday February 21st, 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm
Where: Wille E. Administration building, Room A201
OPT Workshop
In the first of three workshops for graduating international students in the Spring 2019 semester, we will go over the regulations and application procedures for the Optional Practical Training application.
Date: Thursday February 28th, 12:30 pm to 1:45 pm
Where: North Academic Center, Room 1/203
March 2019
International Coffee Hour
Participate in this monthly social gathering of international students and scholars.
Date: Tuesday March 19th, 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm
Where: North Academic Center, Room 1/209
OPT Workshop
In the second of three workshops for graduating international students in the Spring 2019 semester, we will go over the regulations and application procedures for the Optional Practical Training application.
Date: Thursday March 21st, 12:30 pm to 1:45 pm
Where: North Academic Center, Room 1/203
CONTACT INFORMATION
Maribel Morua
Director
North Academic Center
Room 1/107
160 Convent Avenue
New York, NY 10031
p: 212.650.8106/8107
f: 212.650.5833
e: oisss@ccny.cuny.edu