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Skip to content Students Connecting student life at WashU Back Close Find Resources Search for: Search What I Need Contacts Get Crisis Support Information View Safety Information Find a Location Attend an Event Plan an Event Find a Form or Policy Departments Athletics Campus Life Career Center Center for Diversity and Inclusion Disability Resources First Year Center Habif Health and Wellness Center Office for International Students and Scholars Office for Religious, Spiritual and Ethical Life Office of Scholar Programs Office of Recreation Relationship and Sexual Violence Prevention Center Residential Life TRIO Student Support Services Student Conduct and Community Standards WashU Cares All Resources Search for: Search Office for International Students and Scholars Diversity and Inclusion 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 . Chancellor’s Statement on the Value of the Campus International Community Read Chancellor Martin's commentary about the ways that international students, faculty and staff enhance the university. OISS Upcoming Events and Workshops The Office for International Students and Scholars invites all international students to our events. OPT Administrative Fee An OPT administration fee of $150 is required before a student can apply for post-completion OPT or STEM OPT. Please note no fee is required for pre-completion. English Corner WashU international students and scholars are invited to participate in free, informal English conversation practice. New International Students Welcome to the U.S. and to the WashU community. We're glad you're here! Connect With Us Office Hours Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Advising hours Make an Appointment Office Location Danforth Campus: Danforth University Center, 6475 Forsyth, suite 330 Medical Campus: Mid-Campus Center, Suite 2043 Mailing Address CB 1083 One Brookings Dr. St. Louis, MO 63130-4899 Email oiss@wustl.edu Phone 314-935-5910 Directory View contacts facebook twitter News & Announcements OISS Modified Walk-In Hours on November 14th November 4, 2019 Due to an all-staff meeting conflict, the OISS will only hold walk-ins from 2:30-3:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 14th. On all other days, the walk-in schedule remains the same (1:30-3:30 p.m.). English Language Placement Testing for International Students July 1, 2019 Before the start of each semester, WashU schools offer placement testing to determine whether their new international students would benefit from English language support. Most Requested Forms GLACIER Access Code Request Form Request a GLACIER access code from OISS. Drivers License Letter Request International students who would like to apply for a drivers license may request a letter. OPT Reporting and I-20 Request This page is for F-1 International Students who have graduated from Washington University and have applied for OPT or STEM OPT. View More Related Offices Center for Diversity and Inclusion Undergraduate Admissions The Graduate School Viewing: Office for International Students and Scholars Filter Filter by: Category Filter by: Update Clear Filters Category Community Living Diversity and Inclusion Select topics: Community Building CPT DACA Employment English Language Support F-1 Finances Financial Support Getting Started Internships J-1 Maintaining Visa Status OISS Newsletter OPT Safety St. Louis STEM OPT Taxes Testing Transportation Narrow by student type: First Year Graduate and Professional Graduating International Student Leaders Transfer and Exchange Upperclass Narrow by content type: Forms Locations Policies Student Involvement Health and Wellness Student Success Prepare for Life After WashU Other Update Filters Clear Filters Close Filter Menu View All Resources A Time to Celebrate: Welcome Chancellor Martin! This year, we will experience a unique and special event at Washington University in St. Louis on October 3rd, as we celebrate the inauguration of Chancellor Andrew Martin, as our 15th Chancellor in our 165 year WashU history. 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. 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. ASK AN ADVISOR: How can I celebrate Halloween this year? As the weather has slowly turned colder, across campus excitement has been building for all sorts of Fall things: pumpkin spice lattes, apple cider, and everyone’s favorite spooky holiday, Halloween! ASK AN ADVISOR: How do I get a Driver’s License as an International Student? Question: Can I get Missouri driver’s license if I am an international student? ASK AN ADVISOR: I heard OPT is Changing. How will this affect my OPT? This past September, the Student Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP), issued new guidance on Optional Practical Training (OPT). ASK AN ADVISOR: I’m Graduating Soon, How Can I Get Work Authorization? Question: I will be graduating Soon. How do I get work authorization to work in the US after graduation? ASK AN ADVISOR: Passport, check. Visa, check. What else do I need for travel? Along with having a valid passport, with at least 6 months left on it and a valid F-1 entry visa, you must have a recent travel signature from one of your OISS advisors on page 2 of your I-20. 1 of 9 Next Page Community Living Diversity and Inclusion Student Involvement Health and Wellness Student Success Prepare for Life After WashU About the division: Danforth University Center, Suite 200 studentaffairs@wustl.edu 314-935-4526 Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. LEARN ABOUT THE DIVISION Additional Contacts: Habif Health and Wellness Center 314-935-6666 Residential Life 314-935-5050 Resources for: New students Graduate and professional students Parents and family members Faculty and staff Have a question or complaint? We love to hear from you. Send us questions or concerns through our confidential form. Student feedback form ©2020 Washington University in St. Louis...