Global travel advisories and restrictions change frequently. Check U.S. Centers for Disease Control global travel advisories and your airline for updates. You must carry your important travel documents. Proof of in-person enrollment is required if you have an Initial Attendance …
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USCIS Announces I-765 Online Filing for OPT & STEM Extension
On April 12, 2021, USCIS announced that F-1 students seeking permission for Optional Practical Training (OPT) or OPT STEM Extension can now file Form I-765 online. We are optimistic about this change, but we are …
Fall 2021 Enrollment & Summer Travel Guidance
Dear Student, We are hopeful that UW-Madison’s return to in-person study and services for Fall 2021 will happen as planned. We know that there are still many concerns about international travel, health and safety in the U.S., …
Terra Dotta Login Issues – March 17
Terra Dotta is currently experiencing technical errors. The company is investigating and actively working to resolve the issue. This impacts all Terra Dotta user’s ability to login, submit requests, and check the status of currently …
USCIS Announcement – Processing Delays and Flexibilities
USCIS announced some flexibilities for F-1 students who mailed Form I-765 Application for Employment Authorization to USCIS between October 1, 2020 and May 1, 2021. Requesting 12 months post-completion OPT The regulations state that your post-completion OPT employment authorization end date …
Spring 2021 Enrollment & Winter Travel Guidance
Dear Student, We are writing with a few updates as winter break and spring semester approach. This message is long, but it is full of important information and answers the most frequent questions we receive. …
ICE/SEVP Rescind Fall 2020 Enrollment Message
Updated: July 24, 2020 at 4:32 PM Dear F-1 Students: The ICE/SEVP broadcast message and FAQ documents released on July 6-7 were rescinded by the U.S. government on July 14th. Chancellor Blank released a statement that afternoon. We received a …
ISS In-Person Services Suspended
International Student Services (ISS) is committed to the safety and well-being of students, staff, and our greater campus community. Our physical office in the Red Gym is closed until further notice so that we can all be Safer …
ISS Schedule Changes & COVID-19 Updates
We understand that this is a stressful and uncertain time for you and your family. The COVID-19 situation is quickly evolving in our local, national, and global communities. We know the difficult position this has …
Update on J-1 Non-degree Program from ISS Director
Dear colleagues, While I recognize many departments and faculty are interested in hosting individuals for training and research opportunities who do not qualify for the J-1 scholar category, the International Student Services (ISS) office is …