International Student Resource Center & Study Abroad

The International Student Resource Center is dedicated to assisting international students in their transition from their home countries to becoming a student at NSU. We advise future international students and promote a welcoming atmosphere through intercultural social interactions. Our goal is to make their journey at NSU a lasting memorable experience! We recognize the importance of international education and collaboration in academic learning. The ISRC promotes opportunities for NSU students to participate in long or short-term study-abroad programs. We encourage NSU students to incorporate this life-changing experience as part of their academic plans.

• International Student Admission Requirements
• F1 and J1 Visas Overview
• Evaluation of Foreign Academic Credentials
• Cost of Attending Northwestern State University
• Apply online here

Visiting J-1 Exchange Students

• Application Procedure and Acceptance

Useful Links

• Undergraduate Admissions
• Graduate Admissions
• Academic Calendars
• Academic Programs
• Online Learning
• TOEFL
• Duolingo English Test
• IELTS
• ACT/SAT/Accuplacer
• GRE

• Visa Application Process for F-1 Students and J-1 Exchange Visitors
• Understanding Your I-20/DS-2019
• Mandatory Orientation Session for New International Students
• Welcome Guide for New International Students
• Pre-Arrival Information for J-1 Exchange Visitors (Students, Scholars and Professors
• Mandatory Medical Health Insurance for F-1 Students and J-1 Exchange Visitors

VISA, I-20, and Travel Information

• Campus Resources
  • Campus Housing
  • Watson Memorial Library
  • Academic Success Center/Tutoring
  • Disability Support
  • Wellness, Recreation and Activity Center (WRAC)
  • Purple Alert
  • University Police
  • Health Services
  • Campus Map

Off-campus Employment for Students with F-1 Status

• Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
• Optional Practical Training (OPT)
• OPT I-20 Request Form
• OPT Checklist
• OPT 24-Month STEM Extension
• OPT STEM Extension Request Form

On-Campus Employment

• On-Campus Employment

• Transfer SEVIS Record from NSU to a New School
• SEVIS Transfer Cover Sheet

• Travel Information for F1 and J1 Students
• Maintaining Your F-1 Status