International Students

Visit our International Students & Scholars Office website for information relevant to international students, including visa and immigration requirements, applying for a U.S. social security number, and more.

• Immigration-Related Activities During a New Administration
  • Your Safety is Our Concern. Understanding Immigration Policy (BU Public Safety March 2025)
• What to Expect When You Enter the U.S.
• ISSO Travel Tips During your Program
• ISSO Tips
• ISSO Admitted Students

Learn more about our gGLOBAL affinity group through the Community Catalyst Center, where you can connect with your fellow international student community at GMS!

Check out this guidebook to Boston and Boston University, written by international students at BU!