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.
Welcome
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.
Welcome to UIC!
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.
News & Upcoming Events
Apr
25
2025
Pre-Completion OPT Workshop
Friday, 3:00 pm–4:00 pm
Virtual Event - Zoom (registration required)
Apr
29
2025
Immigration Categories Overview and OIS Updates
Tuesday, 3:00 pm–4:00 pm
Virtual Event - Zoom (registration required)
May
1
2025
J-1 Exchange Visitor Scholar Pre-Arrival Q&A Session, May 2025
Thursday, 9:00 am–10:00 am
America/Chicago
Virtual Event - Zoom
May
7
2025
J-1 Exchange Visitor Scholar Orientation, May 2025
Wednesday, 10:00 am–11:30 am
Daley Library, Room 1470