Government Updates & FAQ
Stay up to date with information on changes to federal policies, immigration regulations, and executive orders that may affect our international student and scholar populations.
Advising sessions cancelled
Advising sessions on July 2nd and 3rd, will be canceled for staff training. We encourage those who would like to speak with an advisor this week to attend Tuesday's session (July 1, 2025) session from 10 AM to 1 PM (MST).
Independence day | University closed
The university will be closed on July 4th (Friday) for the Independence Day Holiday.
Welcome to the International Student & Scholar Services Office
Our office fosters and supports a global campus community as part of the University of Utah's vision of a welcoming and internationally connected campus. We are proud to have a global campus with students from 106 countries! International students are valued members of our campus community and we are here to support you and welcome to the U!
3,559
Total Number of International Students and Scholars.
111
number of countries represented by international students.
$72K
isss total scholarships awarded to international students 23-24.
Latest News
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Curricular Practical Training (CPT) Requirement Update
Students interested in applying for Curricular Practical Training (CPT) work authorization are now required to complete the Curricular Practical Training (CPT) Course and upload the CPT Certificate of Completion to their application.
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Suspension On F-1/J-1 Visa Interviews Lifted
On June 19, 2025, the U.S. Department of State has announced appointments for F-1 and J-1 student and exchange visitor visa applicants will resume at embassies/consulates soon. This update follows the temporary pause in visa interview scheduling that was announced at the end of May as the Department of State implemented screening and vetting processes.
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U.S. Entry Restrictions for Citizens of Certain Countries
On June 4, 2025 the Trump administration issued Presidential Proclamation 10949 restricting the entry to the U.S. for specific foreign nationals. This proclamation went into effect on June 9th, 2025 at 12:01 AM EDT. Citizens of the following countries are affected by the entry restriction:
Events
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Jul 10
Thursday
7am - 8amU-Ready?: Pre-Arrival Prep
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Jul 11
Friday
Summer 2025 Second Half - Last day to withdraw from classes
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Jul 23
Wednesday
7am - 8amU-Ready?: Pre-Arrival Prep
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Jul 24
Thursday
Holiday: Pioneer Day
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Jul 25
Friday
Summer 2025 Full Term - Last day to reverse CR/NC option
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Jul 25
Friday
Summer 2025 Second Half - Last day to reverse CR/NC option