ATTENTION: Please refer to the Immigration Updates Page for the latest information which may impact international students, scholars, faculty, and staff.
OFFICE HOURS – Monday – Friday, 8 am – 4:45 pm
DROP-IN ADVISING HOURS – Monday – Thursday, 11 am – 3 pm. NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED
General advising hours are Monday through Thursday, 11 am – 3 pm CST via Zoom or In-Person. Please note, drop-in advising is meant for shorter inquiries of 5 – 10 minutes. No appointment is needed for Drop-in Advising. NOTE: No Drop-in Advising on Fridays.
Have a complicated question? Need a longer appointment? Book an appointment with ISSS.
For all other questions, email international@ua.edu or call 205-348-5402. Please be sure to provide your full name and CWID (if known) with your inquiry.
News
September 18th, 2025
Beyond Borders: Thriving as an International Student at UA
September 3rd, 2025
Proposed Elimination of Duration-of-Status for F & J Visa Holders
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June 5th, 2025
Travel Bans Announced for 19 Countries
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March 31st, 2025
Registration Requirement for Children and Minors – Effective April 11, 2025
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December 9th, 2024
212(e) Skills List Updated
Upcoming Events MORE
- Office Hours: 8 AM - 4:45 PM CDT, Mon. - Fri.
- Drop-in Advising: 11 AM - 3 PM CDT, Mon. - Thur.
- Email: international@ua.edu
- Newsletter
- Phone: (205) 348-5402
- Fax: (205) 348-5406
Mailing Address
The University of Alabama
International Student & Scholar Services
Box 870254
Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0254
Physical Address
International Student & Scholar Services
400 McCorvey Drive
105 BB Comer Hall
Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0254