International Student and Scholar Services
Current Student Information
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Immigration Advising
Frequently asked immigration compliance questions are addressed on the Immigration Advising Page students can also book an appointment or attend drop-in hours at the International Center.
Immigration Request Forms
In 2025 all requests can now be processed in the Terra Dotta portal at https://intl.usm.edu/. This will allow a more secure, efficient, and transparent document processing experience.
- Current students: Login using your USM credentials ("w number"). Navigate to "Control Center" (#3 of your student profile) and click your request in the bottom right corner.
- OPT/STEM students: You will set up your own login information. Process will be communicated in January 2025.
- Contact INTLFREEMississippi for assistance.
Information
Affidavit of Support Form (2024-2025)
OPT Information
OPT Stem Extension
Government Agency Links
Social Security Administration
United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
United States Department of State
Informational Recordings
ISSS maintains an archive of workshop recordings which are accessible to actively enrolled students and topics include OPT, CPT, Health Insurance Information, and more.