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Welcome to International Student and Scholar Services!

ISSS is committed to offering immigration advising and support services to our international student and scholar population.

Immigration Updates

ISSS is closely monitoring immigration updates, and we have collected critical immigration updates in one place.

Student Virtual Drop In Advising 

Drop in advising will be available from 12pm to 3pm Monday through Thursday. You can join virtually via Zoom at https://tennessee.zoom.us/j/2238501110.

Advising Appointments

You can book virtual appointments on our Bookings page

For in-person appointments, please complete our ISSS Appointment Request Form

For help with advising, please see our guide on Getting Advising from International Student and Scholar Services

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Incoming Students

Explore the incoming student section of the website to learn about immigration requirements and prepare for your arrival to campus.

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Current Students

Learn about maintaining immigration status, employment, travel health insurance, and more.

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Employment-Based Visa Sponsorship

Information on the requirements for Employment-Based Visa Sponsorship.

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Exchange and Temporary Visitors

Information on temporary and Exchange Visitors.