The UW is home to over 8,000 international students representing more than 100 countries. ISS staff advises international students with F-1 or J-1 visas who are enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs on the Seattle campus of the University of Washington.
ISS Office Hours
| Location | Schmitz Hall 459 |
|---|---|
| Business Hours | Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| In-Person Services | Monday – Thursday, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM |
| Advising Services | In-person: Monday – Thursday, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Virtual: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, 9:00 AM- 11:00 AM |
| Phone | 206-221-7857 during business hours |
| Submit the Contact ISS form |
Mailing Address
The ISS mailing address is for immigration use only; any personal items for students mailed to the ISS will be returned.
| Standard Mailing Address* | Street Address for Courier Mail* (UPS, DHL, FedEx, etc.) |
|---|---|
| International Student Services (ISS) University of Washington Box 355832 Seattle, WA 98195 |
International Student Services (ISS) University of Washington Schmitz Hall, Room 459 1410 NE Campus Parkway Seattle, WA 98195 |
Campus Partners
ISS works with various campus partners to provide a well-rounded experience and provide essential services for the international student community at UW.
UW Admissions can answer questions regarding undergraduate admission to UW or I-20s.
Undergraduate Admissions
Email: intladm@uw.edu
Phone: 206-543-9686
Graduate Enrollment Management Services (GEMS)
Email: uwgrad@uw.edu
Phone: 206-685-2630
ISHIP coverage is provided to meet the health insurance requirement by international students at UW.
Counselor: Mr. Chris Dessert
Website: ISHIP
Email: stdins@uw.edu
Phone: 206-543-6202
Location: Room 187B Husky Health Center
FYP provides Advising & Orientation (A&O) sessions where undergraduate students connect with an adviser, select and register for classes, and learn how to get involved at UW.
Website: First Year Programs
Email: fyp@uw.edu
Phone: 206-543-4905
FIUTS is an organization at UW that helps build community and enhanced experiences for international students. FIUTS hosts International Welcome Weeks, Embark sessions, arrival information, homestay & and can help with temporary housing.
Website: FIUTS
Email: info@fiuts.org
Phone: 206-543-0735
ISO assists with UW sponsorship of overseas visitors for teaching or research purposes at UW.
Website: H-1B Temporary Workers
Email: acadvisa@uw.edu
Phone: 206-685-8847
IELP offers several English language programs and two programs for J-1 visa holders to undertake significant research projects at UW.
Website: IELP
Research Website: IELP – Research Programs
Email: joinielp@uw.edu Prospective Students
Email: askielp@uw.edu Current Students
Email: ielp@uw.edu General Inquiries
Phone: 206-543-6242
CIE provides services for international students enrolled at UW-Bothell.
Website: Center for International Education
Email: uwbintl@uw.edu
Phone: 425-352-3876
ISSS provides services for international students enrolled at UW-Tacoma.
Website: UWT International Student Services
Email: uwtiss@uw.edu
Phone: 253-692-4762