ISS will be open from 12 p.m. (noon)-4 p.m. today, 6/18. Please plan accordingly!
ISS Summer Drop-in Advising Hours:
Mondays, 2-4 p.m.
Tuesdays, 2-4 p.m.
Fridays, 9-11 a.m.
Sign up for drop-ins opens 5 minutes before the start of each session.
Please note that ISS will be closed on Friday, July 4 (Independence Day), so advising will be moved to Thursday, July 3 (9-11 a.m.)
International Student Services recognizes international students as a vital part of UW–Madison. We are committed to educating and empowering students to make informed decisions and working with them to advocate for a globally inclusive community. We support this through four strategic areas: advising, compliance, operations, and global engagement.
Please explore our website for answers to many international student questions. On, Wisconsin!
Questions related to impacts on travel? Review the FAQ here.
Student Quick Links
Get Involved with ISS
Check the Event Calendar to find activities you can get involved!
Optional Practical Training
What is OPT and how can you apply? F-1 students can learn more here.
Program Extension
If you need more time to complete your program of study, you need to extend your immigration document.
Announcements
Update for Chinese Students Regarding May 28 Visa Policy Announcement
We want you to know we are aware of the U.S. Secretary of State’s announcement on May 28 that the administration is developing a policy that may lead to the revocation of visas for some …
May 29, 2025Visa Appointments Resume after Three-week Suspension
Updated 18 June 2025 The following message was sent on 18 June 2025 to F-1 and J-1 international students with a UW-Madison-issued immigration document. Media outlets have reported that the U.S. Department of State …
May 28, 2025Update on SEVIS terminations
April 28, 2025- More Main Page Announcements posts
