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The OIS is committed to keeping our students, faculty and staff informed about updates or changes in immigration, as well as changes in institutional policies or practices. 

Upcoming Events

International Student Pre-Arrival Information Session

Join OIS for an in-depth look at how to best prepare for your transitions to the United States and Johns Hopkins University. Topics covered: immigration document issuance, visa application process, services OIS provides, tips from current international students. To register for your preferred one hour session, click on the dates provided below:

OPT Webinars

Optional Practical Training is a benefit of F-1 status that permits temporary employment for practical training directly related to the student’s major area of study – usually upon graduation. To register for a webinar and submit questions, click on the dates provided below. Attendees must review the information here before attending the webinar:

STEM OPT Webinars

STEM Optional Practical Training is a benefit of F-1 status that allows a 24-month extension of post-completion OPT for a science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) degree. To register for a webinar and submit questions, click on the dates provided below. Attendees must review the information here before attending the webinar: