Immigration

Detailed information for your immigration needs.

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Prospective Students

Discover the vibrant community, world-class education, and extensive support services that await you as a prospective international student at the University of Pennsylvania.

New
Students

As a new international student, you’ll find a wealth of resources and a supportive community to help you thrive academically and personally.

Current Students

Benefit from our comprehensive support services, enriching academic opportunities, Culture Crossings social events, and a vibrant campus life.

Prospective Scholars

Explore the dynamic research environment, collaborative opportunities, and extensive resources available to you as a prospective scholar, with comprehensive support from ISSS at the University of Pennsylvania.

New
Scholars

As a new scholar, ISSS will offer you essential immigration support, enabling you to take full advantage of Penn’s cutting-edge research facilities and a supportive academic community to excel in your field.

Current Scholars

Enjoy proactive and protective immigration support, ensuring you can fully benefit from Penn’s premier research facilities and a collaborative academic community to advance your scholarly pursuits.

ELP
Students

As an English Language Program (ELP) student, ISSS provides you with essential immigration support, helping you make the most of Penn’s language learning resources and a welcoming community to enhance your academic and personal growth.

Penn Departments

ISSS offers comprehensive support to facilitate the on-boarding process for international hiring, ensuring a smooth integration into Penn’s academic and research community.

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