Announcement
Important updates that may require action or continued attention for further information
Welcome Week Orientation, August 13-16
The International Student Services Office's Welcome Week Orientation is August 13-16, providing opportunities for incoming international students to meet other students and staff, as...Continue reading→
Supreme Court Upholds Travel Ban 3.0
In a 5-4 vote, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld what has come to be known as "Travel Ban 3.0." Read the Court's full opinion....Continue reading→
Changes to OPT Reporting
On March 23, 2018, the Student and Exchange ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵor Program (SEVP) launched the SEVP Portal. The portal is a tool that F-1 students on...Continue reading→
F-1 Program Extensions No Longer Require Proof of Funds
ISS has removed the proof of funding requirement for F-1 program extensions. J-1 students must still show proof of funding (e.g., bank statement) supporting...Continue reading→
International Night 2018: Home Away from Home
International Night celebrates University of Hawai¡®i at M¨¡noa¡¯s cultural diversity through performances and interactive culture booths. Organized annually since 1999 by the International Student...Continue reading→
Application RE-OPENS for the International Undergraduate Student Scholarship AY2018-19
This application is for late applicants who will be put on a wait-list. A “wait-list” means that your application will be reviewed, ranked and...Continue reading→
Changes to Executive Order (Jan 26, 2018)
Background On March 6, 2017, President Trump signed a new Executive Order 13780 entitled Protecting the Nation from Foreign Terrorist Entry into The United...Continue reading→
ISS Tuition Scholarships Application Now Open
ISS Tuition Scholarships Application Now Open for Summer 2018 and Academic Year 2018-19. Please go to the Scholarships page to apply and get more...Continue reading→
All Non-Immigrant Visa Operations Suspended in Russia
The U.S. Department of State’s Mission to Russia has suspended all nonimmigrant visa operations effective August 23, 2017. Operations in Moscow will resume on...Continue reading→
IUSS Changes to 3.0 GPA Eligibility
For the 2018-19, the cumulative GPA minimum required to qualify for the International Undergraduate Student Scholarship (IUSS) has changed to 3.0.Continue reading→
Important Communications
Email Updates Sent to ISS Students
News
Recent Updates For International Students
Expansion of U.S. Travel and Visa Restrictions
A new federal proclamation has significantly expanded travel restrictions to 39 countries and individuals using Palestinian Authority travel documents. These measures impact visa issuance...Continue reading→
F-1/J-1 Student Alert: Federal Shutdown Risks And Required Student Action
What Continues to Function:? The federal government shutdown that began today, October 1, 2025, should not immediately stop your key immigration processes. Most critical...Continue reading→
New U.S. Visa Policy on Interview Locations
Effective September 6, 2025, the U.S. Department of State requires most nonimmigrant visa applicants, including F-1 and J-1 students, to schedule their visa interviews...Continue reading→
DHS Proposed Rule to Eliminate “Duration of Status¡± Could Significantly Change F-1 & J-1 Student Status
On August 28, 2025, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a proposed rule in the Federal Register (90 FR 42070) titled Establishing...Continue reading→
Pre-Arrival Information Series – Fall 2026
Hosted by the International Student Services (ISS) Office Aloha e New International Students! SIGN UP HERE by Sunday, July 19, 2026 to attend our...Continue reading→
USCIS Updates Form I-765, Removes SSN Option
On January 5, 2026, USCIS updated the form I-765. This edition, which includes the downloadable PDF and online form, removes the option to apply...Continue reading→
ISS Scholarship Applications Open
The ISS Office has opened the following scholarship applications. Click on each link to open the scholarship applications. Spring Forward Scholarship (for spring 2026...Continue reading→
H-1B Information Session
Sponsored by International Student Services (ISS) The H-1B specialty occupation work visa provides an option to many graduating students who may be thinking about...Continue reading→
U.S Govt Shutdown Impact on F-1/J-1 Student Status & Services
(Email sent 10/01/2025 at approximately 6:10pm HST to ISS International Students) Aloha F-1/J-1 Students, We are writing to inform you that the partial U.S....Continue reading→
New U.S. Visa Policy: Interview Location Requirements
(Email sent 9/11/2025 at approximately 6:00pm to ISS International Students) Dear International Students, This email contains critical information about a new U.S. visa policy...Continue reading→
OPT Workshop – Fall 2025
Event dates: September 16, 2025 from 9am – 10am Presented by the International Student Services (ISS) office, the OPT workshop is for students who...Continue reading→
Events
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