Services and Locations

International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) supports the greater internationalization of the University of Connecticut through the development and delivery of services and programs that help international students and exchange visitors accomplish their academic and professional goals at UConn.

To further this mission, we:

  • Ensure UConn’s compliance with U.S. immigration regulations governing visa sponsorship for international students and exchange visitors.
  • Provide immigration assistance and intercultural support to international students and exchange visitors through advising, programs, workshops and events.
  • Serve as a resource for academic and administrative units in the collaboration, hiring and sponsorship of international students and exchange visitors.
  • Provide on-going orientation and support services in a welcoming environment designed to foster cultural adjustment to the U.S.
  • Build links within the UConn community via cultural activities and programs.

Locations: ISSS provides direct services at four different UConn locations.

ISSS is located in the Center for International Students & Scholars (CISS)

Mailing Address:
International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS)photo of the CISS building located at 2019 hillside rd.
2019 Hillside Rd. U-1083
Storrs, CT 06269-1083

Phone: (860) 486-3855
Email: international@uconn.edu 
Fax: (860) 486-5800

Office Hours :
Monday – Friday     8:30 am – 4:30 pm

 

ISSS at UConn Hartford serves the advising needs of international students and scholars on F and J visas at the UConn Hartford campus, School of Social Work and Graduate Business Learning Center.
Advisor:  Neena Kapoor  Neena’s office is located in the Graduate Business Learning Center at 100 Constitution Plaza, Room 415 A/B. *UConn ID Required to Access the Elevator*
Email: neena.kapoor@uconn.edu 

Mailing Address:
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS Hartford)
UConn Graduate Business Learning Center, Room 415
100 Constitution Plaza
Hartford, CT 06103

Appointments: Schedule a virtual or in-person appointment with Neena.

ISSS Hartford Appointments

ISSS at UConn Stamford serves the advising needs of international students and scholars on F and J visas at the Stamford and Waterbury campuses.
Advisor: Dr. Lulu Dong   Lulu’s office in Stamford is located in the School of Business Suite, Room 3.109
Email: lulu.dong@uconn.edu

Mailing Address:
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS Stamford)
One University Place, rm 3.109
Stamford, CT 06901

Appointments:  Schedule a virtual or in-person appointment with Lulu.

ISSS Stamford Appointments

 

ISSS at UConn School of Law serves the advising needs of international students and scholars on F and J visas at the UConn School of Law.
Advisor:  Leslie Lawrence Leslie’s office is located in the Law Library, OneStop 203.

Email: leslie.lawrence@uconn.edu

Mailing Address:
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS Law School)
OneStop 203 – Law Library
39 Elizabeth St.
Hartford, CT 06105

Appointments: Schedule a virtual or in-person appointment with Leslie.