International Student & Scholar Services

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The International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) office welcomes the more than 3,000 international students and scholars to UNT- we are so glad that you are here!

Our office staff is here to assist you in complying with the U.S. immigration regulations during your time at UNT. Remember, each person’s situation is different and immigration regulations are very complex, so if you ever have any questions, we are here to help!

ISSS Spotlight
Final OPT Stem Ruling
On March 9, 2016, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released a final STEM OPT Rule that significantly expands and changes the STEM OPT Extension. The rule was officially published on Friday March 11, 2016 and will go into effect on...
Student Enrollment Newsletter Spring 2016
Optional Practical Training
Important Dates Fall 2015 Completion: Earliest date to request OPT I-20 from ISSS: September 14, 2015 USCIS must receive application on or before: February 9, 2016 Spring 2016 Completion: Earliest date to request OPT I-20 from ISSS:...
Curricular Practical Training (CPT) Policy Change
Effective immediately, students who work on campus for 20 hours a week, may also have part-time CPT (20 hours or less). The student’s total work hours for each type of employment (on-campus and part-time CPT) may not exceed 20 hours while school is...

ISSS Office Information
Office Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
Walk-In/Call-In Hours for Immigration Advising:
Monday-Thursday: 9:30-11:30am & 1:30-4:30pm;
Friday: 9:00am-12:00pm.
Location: Marquis Hall, Room 125
Telephone: 940-565-2195
Email: internationaladvising@unt.edu
Fax: 940-565-4145