The Office of International Services supports UIC’s international community of over 4,000 international students, scholars, and employees from around the world. As a unit within the Office of Global Engagement, we are committed to building a globally diverse and welcoming academic community at UIC. Welcome! We are happy you are here.
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Whether you are a prospective scholar, admitted student, current member of the UIC international community, or alumni, OIS can help you navigate life in the U.S. through immigration advising, cultural awareness and support, and advocacy.
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OIS supports your arrival process by providing pre-departure resources and advising along with a robust orientation program. Whether you are a student, scholar, or employee, we will help you get settled in your new home.
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May
2
2024
J-1 Exchange Visitor Scholar Pre-Arrival Session, May 2024
Thursday, 9:00 am–10:00 am
America/Chicago
Virtual Event - Zoom
May
7
2024
EV (Exchange Visitor) Scholar Orientation - May 2024
Tuesday, 2:00 pm–3:30 pm
Daley Library, Room 1470
May
10
2024
OIS Advisor & New International Student Meetup - Arrival Tips & Immigration Reminders for Summer Admits, May 10
Friday, 9:00 am–10:00 am
Online - Zoom
May
10
2024
STEM OPT Workshop
Friday, 10:00 am–12:00 pm
Virtual Event - Zoom (registration required)