Current Students

The ISSO is thrilled that you are a part of the Brandeis community! 

To help answer some of your questions about being an international student at Brandeis, the ISSO has prepared the following information:

• Employment/Academic Internships
• What to do if you are contacted by a U.S. Government Official
• Social Security Number Information
• Student Health Insurance
• Degree Level Changes
• Program Extensions
• Reduced Course Loads
• Transferring from Brandeis to Another Institution

Related Resources

• ISSO Portal

• J-1 Health Insurance Agreement (PDF)

• Inviting Family Members and/or Friends to Visit the U.S. in Tourist Visa Status

• Request an Enrollment Verification Letter - from Registrar's Office

• DHS Travel Redress Inquiry (DHS Trip) - Report U.S. Port of Entry Issues

• Immigration Status Verification Using SAVE (DHS)

The information provided by the ISSO pertains only to international students at Brandeis University, as it reflects both immigration regulation and university policy. 

This information is not meant as a guide for international students at other institutions. 

Please note, in some instances, our students may face circumstances that require the attention of an immigration specialist with qualifications beyond the purview of the ISSO. Students who need a referral to qualified legal resources for such circumstances should contact the ISSO.