The primary role of the International Scholar & Student Services (ISSS) is to provide visa and immigration advising to F-1 and J-1 international students at UC Santa Cruz.

ISSS also provides orientation, workshops, information, and referrals to international students regarding cultural, personal, and other concerns.

We welcome you to UC Santa Cruz, and are here to assist you as you transition to your new community.

Below is a video from the ISSS staff to welcome international students to the UC Santa Cruz campus. You can also download a transcription of the video by clicking here.