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The Office of International Student & Scholar Services (OISS) assists over 1600 international students, scholars and their dependents in Rutgers University - Newark through the following services:
- Orientation programs for new international students
- Advising F-1 students and J-1 exchange visitors on maintaining legal status
- Maintaining accurate SEVIS records
- Employment authorization
- Liaison services with state/federal agencies
- Cultural events
- Referrals to other Rutgers offices
- Consultation for University offices on immigration issues
VISION
The Office of International Student & Scholar Services (OISS) is the primary resource center, striving always for excellence in service to the international community of Rutgers University - Newark.
MISSION
- Advise international students and scholars on compliance with immigration laws and regulations;
- Provide support to international students and scholars in cultural and social adjustment; Foster effective cross-cultural communications and mutual understanding;
- Assist academic departments in their international initiatives and help nurturing growth of international programs;
- Ensure institutional compliance to immigration regulations governing enrollment of F-1 students and J-1 exchange visitors.