International Student Services

At the Office of International Student Services (OISS), we strive to provide exceptional immigration services and support to international students. We also work to enhance the Colgate experience for all students by promoting understanding and awareness of cultural issues with the goal of cultivating informed global citizenship.

International students in the class of 2016 pose for a group shot in the Coop

International students in the class of 2016 pose for a group shot in the Coop

Services

Studying at Colgate as an international student is exciting and rewarding, but there are also many governmental, cultural, and even personal obstacles to overcome. We provide the following services to help you with these challenges so you can have an excellent experience at Colgate:

F-1 Student Immigration Advising and Support
SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System) Administration
Compliance with Federal Immigration Regulations
New International Student Orientation
Cultural Adjustment Support
Campus Programs and Events
Advocacy for Internationals Students

Helpful Links

For Current Students

Are you currently an international student studying at Colgate? We've compiled resources and information just for you! READ MORE

Contact Information

We're excited to meet you, and to help you have a great Colgate experience. Feel free to contact our staff with questions and concerns!

Office of International Student Services
103 Lathrop Hall (campus map)
Phone: 011-1-315-228-6016
oiss@colgate.edu

Christina Khan, Director
ckhan@colgate.edu

Makiko Filler, Program Coordinator
mfiller@colgate.edu

Statistical Information

International Students Fact Sheet 2012-2013