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ATTENTION: Please refer to the Immigration Updates Page for the latest information which may impact international students, scholars, faculty, and staff.

ISSS OFFICE OPEN DURING SUMMER

The ISSS Office will be open during regular hours throughout the summer break.  As a reminder, ISSS’s normal operating hours are Monday – Friday, 8 am – 4:45 pm CDT.

ISSS will only be closed for the following UA observed holidaysMemorial Day, May 26, 2025; Juneteenth, June 19, 2025; and Independence Day, July 4, 2025.

Advisors are available for Drop-in Advising, Monday – Thursday, 11 am – 3 pm CDT. NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED

Advisors are also available for appointments for more in-depth advising needs.

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.

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