Services for International Students and Scholars

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Get to know more about how SISS helps incoming and current international students and scholars, and how you can connect with your SISS student advisor.

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Friday, March 31, 2023: César Chávez Day

SISS is closed on weekends, university holidays and the days between Christmas and New Year's Day. All holidays are listed on the campus Academic and Administrative Calendar. SISS closes at 2 p.m. on the business day before the start of a long weekend or holiday.

If you have an emergency and need to get in contact with SISS staff, please read our Emergency Contact information.

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Travel Topics for International Students and Scholars: Consular and Customs and Border Protection, 2023

On Feb. 21, 2023, Avi Friedman, a partner in the Santa Monica office of WR Immigration, presented an overview of the non-immigrant visa application process and interview, the consequences of the war in Ukraine, COVID-19 travel updates, and Customs and Border Protection admission issues and tips.

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Getting Settled at UC Davis

There are many campus and community resources available to our international students and scholars. Read our International Student and Scholar Handbook and visit the resources section of our website to help with arriving, getting settled, and enjoying your time at UC Davis, including:

Location

UC Davis International Center, Suite 3140

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Global Affairs

Global Affairs brings the world to UC Davis, welcoming more than 10,000 international students, scholars and leaders, and hosting programs that inspire global curiosity, understanding and engagement.

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Admissions

UC Davis welcomes international student applications from around the globe. Before you begin the admission process, you should ensure that you meet the UC Admission Requirements for either freshman or transfer applicants.

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March 2023 SISS Newsletter

Global Aggies: Extraordinary Abilities Lead to Permanent Residency for a World-Renowned Surgeon and Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery at UC Davis Health

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