The Office of International Services wishes everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July. Please note that our office will be closed on Thursday, July 4, and Friday, July 5, 2024. We will reopen on Monday, July 8, 2024, at 8:30 AM. Independence Day, commonly known as the Fourth of July, is a federal holiday…Continue Reading OIS Closed for Independence Day
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Drop-in Advising Not Available on July 18
Drop-in Advising will not be available on Thursday, July 18, 2024, while OIS staff participate in professional development. Drop-in Advising will resume on Friday, July 19, 2024, at 1:00pm….Continue Reading Drop-in Advising Not Available on July 18
Memorial Day Closure
The Office of International Services will close in observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 27, 2024 and will reopen on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 8:30 AM….Continue Reading Memorial Day Closure
Navigating Culture Shock: A Guide for International Students in the U.S.
Studying abroad far from home is a remarkable and life-changing experience that allows international students to broaden their horizons, gain an excellent education, and explore new cultures. However, along with the many benefits of studying in the U.S., international students may encounter a phenomenon known as “culture shock.” Read on to learn more about culture…Continue Reading Navigating Culture Shock: A Guide for International Students in the U.S.
Tax Webinars for International Students with Sprintax
As we begin to look forward to the coming tax season ahead, Sprintax will host a series of information webinars about nonresident tax, dedicated for the international community. These open, informational sessions will run through to the April 15, 2024 filing deadline. Sprintax Open Tax Webinars for Filing Season 2023: Tuesday, March 5 at 1pm:…Continue Reading Tax Webinars for International Students with Sprintax
Travel and Emergency Contact Information
Continuing F-1/J-1 students can travel abroad and return to the U.S. to resume their studies. Please review the information below before traveling this winter recess: 1. International students must have a valid travel signature on their I-20/DS-2019 to re-enter the U.S. in F-1/J-1 status. Each travel signature is valid for one year from the date…Continue Reading Travel and Emergency Contact Information
OIS Will Be Closed on Monday, February 19, 2024 in Observance of Presidents’ Day
OIS will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2024, in observance of Presidents’ Day. We will resume regular hours on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at 8:30 am….Continue Reading OIS Will Be Closed on Monday, February 19, 2024 in Observance of Presidents’ Day
Mice, Mentors, and Robots: How USC students were inspired to love the subject they study
Valentine’s Day is not just a day for celebrating romantic love but also a time to reflect on the passions that bring joy and fulfillment to our lives. For many students, that passion is their chosen field of study. Whether it’s the excitement of making a breakthrough discovery or the satisfaction of solving a complex…Continue Reading Mice, Mentors, and Robots: How USC students were inspired to love the subject they study
Warning: Financial Sextortion Scams – It’s More Common Than You Think!
Financial sextortion is a serious threat that can originate on social media, dating websites, apps, messaging services, and gaming platforms. This sinister scheme begins innocently, with individuals believing they are engaging with someone interested in a relationship or offering something valuable. The scammer solicits compromising photos and videos from the victim. They then use these materials…Continue Reading Warning: Financial Sextortion Scams – It’s More Common Than You Think!
Community Safety Advisory: Scams
The USC Department of Public Safety has received reports from students, many of whom are international students, who were deceived into giving money to impostors posing as law enforcement officials or representatives of agencies such as the Social Security Administration, IRS, U.S. Customs, Citizenship and Immigration Services and Department of Homeland Security. Some impostors or…Continue Reading Community Safety Advisory: Scams