Office for International Students and Scholars

Diversity and Inclusion

In order to ensure the health and safety of our students, the Office for International Students and Scholar (OISS) provides virtual and in-person services. Visit our OISS COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions page to read more about how OISS is supporting students during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Welcome, international students!

The OISS is here to support international students during their time at Washington University in St. Louis. Our services include immigration advising, orientation to the WashU and St. Louis communities, and other programs to help students thrive academically and socially and engage them in U.S. life and culture. This website has information and resources for international students enrolled in full-time in degree programs at WashU, international exchange students, and international alumni.

International Scholars: The OISS also supports international scholars, including faculty members, research associates, postdoctoral research fellows, visiting scholars or physicians. If you are an international scholar, please visit our OISS International Scholars website.

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12 Month OPT Reporting Forms

This page is for F-1 International Students who have graduated from Washington University and have approved 12 Month OPT.

5 Things You Didn’t Know About Forest Park

Written by: Ezinne Arizor, International Student and Scholar Advisor, 03/05/2021.

Address/Phone/Email Reporting Requirement

SEVIS regulations require the university to report a physical local address, phone number and email address for all F-1 and J-1 students.

Admissions Process Documentation

Welcome to the U.S. and to the WashU community. We're glad you're here!

After U.S. Arrival for International Students

After you arrive in St. Louis, see the steps to take to make sure you get off to a smooth start.

Apply for OPT

Post-Completion OPT Application Step-by-Step Process Step 1: Complete the Learn@Work OISS OPT Workshop Course Access the course Register for and launch the OISS OPT Workshop course in Learn@Work. If you […]

ASK AN ADVISOR: Do I need to tell my OISS Advisor if I got an internship?

12/03/2021 Written By: Jeanne Pizarro, International Student & Scholar Advisor, DSO/ARO Yes! International students must work with their OISS Advisor in order to apply for work authorization so that they […]

Ask An Advisor: Filing U.S. Taxes as an International Student

Question: What do I need to know about filing U.S. Taxes as an International Student?  Answer:  One of the most common questions OISS Advisors are asked at this time of […]