Updates and Resources

Columbia and the ISSO are committed to supporting our international students and scholars.

Admitted Students (Pre-Arrival) Support

Admitted Students Pending Arrival FAQs

Apply for Your I-20 (for the First Time)

Engage with the Global Centers Locations

Applying for your Visa

When You’re Ready to Arrive

Attend Virtual Events

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

These are for current students and scholars, as well as those arriving in summer / fall 2021 and beyond. We review this information regularly and update as needed.

Current Students FAQs

Admitted Students (Pre-Arrival) FAQs

Scholars / Employees FAQs

University Resources

University Communications

University COVID-19 Hub

Columbia Health

COVID-19 Resources

University COVID-19 Hub

Columbia Vaccine FAQs

NY City Covid-19 Information

NY State COVID-19 Information

Travel Information

COVID-19 Restrictions on U.S. Visas and Entry

Biden Administration Immigration Portal

COVID-19 Country Specific Information from U.S Dept. of State

Center for Disease Control (CDC) for Travelers' Health

Video Library

ISSO Webinar for Fall 2021 Incoming International Students

International Faculty, Researchers and Scholars Only: Travel Guidance

Departmental Administrators and Staff Open Forum with ISSO CUIMC: Tips, Reminders, and Q&A

Connect with ISSO

ISSO Social Media

We are enhancing our social media for the Columbia international community. If you haven’t already, please follow us for immigration policy and campus life updates:

ISSO Operation

The 3 physical locations of the ISSO are closed in accordance with the university’s COVID-19 policy. We remain operational and will continue to respond to emails, process online applications, mail documents and update website information.

Find contact information.

New Students: [email protected]
Morningside Students: [email protected]
Morningside and Manhattanville Faculty and Scholar: Contact your advisor
CUIMC:
1. CUIMC F-1 and J-1 Students: [email protected]
2. CUIMC J Scholars (Professors/Researchers): [email protected]
3. CUIMC H-1B Employees: [email protected]

Updates and Resources