International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)
COVID-19 Updates:
ISSS has received several questions regarding the university’s plans, as well as other immigration related matters in the context of COVID-19. While we may not have all the answers yet, we have compiled information that we hope will be helpful to our international students and scholars. Please continue to monitor the Alerts page of this website: global.rutgers.edu/all-alerts.
Operating Status Update:
Services provided by Rutgers Global - ISSS have been temporarily modified in response to a change in university operating procedure.
For the latest COVID-19 information visit coronavirus.rutgers.edu.
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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 and transition programming, advocacy, and outreach.
ISSS also serves to demystify Federal regulations and partners with campus partners and the Rutgers community to support international students, faculty, and scholars.
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.
Newly Admitted Students
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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.
Friendship Fridays
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Friendship Fridays provide opportunities for Rutgers international students, scholars, and the Rutgers community to share in friendship and cross-cultural learning.
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 9,000 international students, scholars, faculty, and their dependents, and serves the broader campus community in an administrative and advisory capacity.