The International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO) is the sole campus entity authorized to represent UCSF on all matters pertaining to immigration, including:
- reporting international student and scholar data to federal agencies on behalf of UCSF as mandated by federal and state law
- improving and monitoring compliance with state, federal, and University regulations governing immigration services
- providing international students, scholars, visitors and UCSF departments with information, advice, and assistance with visa documentation, employment authorization, and the maintenance of immigration status
ISSO strives to provide the best services to the international community and the UCSF community at large. Please see the links below for more information.
Policy on International Volunteers
Sample Letters for Departments Working with International Scholars