International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)
Rutgers is home to more than 9,000 international students and scholars from about 125 countries around the world. They bring rich perspectives to campus that help to globalize our classrooms, labs, and clinics, contributing significantly to advancements in education, research, and service.
Rutgers Global - International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) is committed to providing superior services and enriching experiences for our international community. We are here to support the journeys of our international students and scholars, from arrival to graduation/completion and beyond. Our core services include providing advice and counsel on US immigration regulations and compliance, immigration application processing, cross-cultural programming, advocacy, and outreach.
If you are an international student at Rutgers University–Camden, please visit the Office of International Students. If you are an international student or scholar at Rutgers University–Newark, please visit the Office of International Student Services. All RBHS international students and Rutgers–Camden international scholars are serviced by Rutgers Global–International Student and Scholar Services, regardless of campus location.
UPDATES & REMINDERS
- All new international students (including transfer students) must check-in online with our office to have your SEVIS record activated. Review our post-arrival guide here.
- If you are looking to work on-campus, please review our On-Campus Employment webpage for updated information and for the process on how to get your necessary forms.
- If you want to learn about off-campus employment or OPT, please plan to attend an employment workshop. Click here to see our employment workshop schedule.
- Please be sure to review our Advising Services webpage for the most up-to-date information, including our new walk-in advising hours.
UPCOMING OFFICE CLOSURES
- Thursday, Nov. 28 - Friday, Nov. 29: Thanksgiving Recess
- Tuesday, Dec. 24 - Tuesday, Dec. 31: Christmas and New Year's Eve
Our office was previously known as the Center for Global Services of the Centers for Global Advancement and International Affairs (GAIA). You may choose to visit our archived Center for Global Services website or our archived Center for Global Services (RBHS) website.
Newly Admitted Students
Learn MoreNewly Admitted Students
Congratulations on being accepted to Rutgers! We are sure you have many questions as you prepare to begin your journey at Rutgers, and we are here to help you make a smooth transition to campus.
Taxes
LEARN MORETaxes
The following information has been prepared to assist Rutgers–New Brunswick's F and J visa holders in understanding general tax filing obligations.
International Friendship Program (IFP)
Learn MoreInternational Friendship Program (IFP)
The IFP provides opportunities for Rutgers international students, scholars, and the Rutgers community to share in friendship and cross-cultural learning by providing various programming initiatives.
RGLOBAL Portal
LOGINRGLOBAL Portal
RGlobal is an online portal that enables international students and scholars to complete the essential steps to maintain their legal status, request work authorizations, signatures, and more.
Visa and Immigration Information
Learn MoreVisa and Immigration Information
Find out more about visa and immigration rules and regulations.
Hiring Foreign Nationals
GET STARTEDHiring Foreign Nationals
Rutgers employs talented international faculty and scholars. Hiring departments are responsible for securing and completing required forms and processes.
Your Academic Success and Legal Status Go Hand in Hand
About Rutgers Global–International Student and Scholar Services
We coordinate cultural programs and immigration-related services for approximately 8,000 international students, scholars, faculty, and their dependents, and serves the broader campus community in an administrative and advisory capacity.