CURRENT INTERNATIONAL STUDENT RESOURCES
The Office of International Programs (OIP) is here to serve international students and Study Abroad students. Below you will find a list of resources and services for you to use.
Are you a new student looking to apply? We have a website just for you!
OIP Advising
OIP Hours for Spring 2023
Day of Week | In Office Hours | Walk-In Advising Hours | Virtual Hours |
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Monday | 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m | 10-11 a.m. | 3-4 p.m. | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. |
Tuesday | 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m | 10-11 a.m. | 3-4 p.m. | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. |
Wednesday | 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m | 3-4 p.m. | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. |
Thursday | 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m | 10-11 a.m. | 3-4 p.m. | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. |
Friday | Online Only | 10-11 a.m. | 3-4 p.m. (Online) | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. |
Schedule for Mar. 27 - Apr. 7
Day of Week | In Office Hours | Walk-In Advising Hours | Virtual Hours |
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Monday | 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m | 10-11 a.m. | 3-4 p.m. | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. |
Tuesday | 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m | 10-11 a.m. | 3-4 p.m. | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. |
Wednesday | 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m | 3-4 p.m. | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. |
Thursday | 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m | 10-11 a.m. | 3-4 p.m. | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. |
Friday | 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m | 10-11 a.m. | 3-4 p.m. | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. |
We are offering in-person and online advising for all international students. OIP advisors can assist with class registration, program plans, transferring to a university, visa questions, letter requests, I-20 signatures, immigration, and more! You can also schedule an appointment with admissions staff to learn how to apply, or our fiscal staff for help on paying tuition or using your health insurance!
Make an In-Person Appointment
Current international students use the OIP Letter Request E-Form to request a letter from the OIP office.
Types of letters you may request:
- Canada Visa Support Letter
- Confirmation/Enrollment Verification
- Confirmation Letter for Visiting Family
- F-1 Visa Renewal Support Letter
- Social Security Number for Optional Practical Training (OPT) Students or for on-campus Job
Current international students fill out a Student Status Report form to communicate with OIP office about:
- Concurrent Enrollment (Taking a class at another school)
- Going Home for One or More Quarters
- Graduation
- Vacation
All workshops are pre-recorded and can be viewed at your convenience. Please send an email to oip_desk@edmonds.edu if you have any questions.
- College and Relationships
- Healthy Relationships Discussion
- Relationship Red Flags Workshop
- Goal Setting Workshop
- Mental Health Workshop
- Online Learning Tips
- Filling Out OIP Forms
- Applying for Scholarships
- Edmonds Alumni Transfer Story
- University Transfer Plans
- Looking for a University
- Career Action Center
- Volunteering
- Mental Health Tips
- Goal Setting (S.M.A.R.T.)
- EXPLORING majors and academic programs at universities
- MEETING admission requirements
- APPLYING to universities (3 or more recommended)
- SELECTING Edmonds classes for transfer
- PREPARING for university campus visit
- TRANSFERRING academic and immigration records
- START early! PLAN ahead! WORK backwards!
- IDENTIFY transfer universities/programs EARLY
- COMMUNICATE DIRECTLY with University Advisors
- MEET Admission Requirements University (Freshman or Transfer)
Program or major
The graduation process and commencement ceremony can be an exciting adventure. Take care to have all your paperwork completed and submitted to the correct offices by the posted deadlines.
- Contact the Office of International Programs
Submit a Student Status Form if you plan to graduate during the current quarter and inform OIP of your post-graduation plans. - Make sure you meet college graduation requirements
You must meet all college graduation requirements and apply for graduation by the deadlines. The college issues degrees and certificates each quarter, but the commencement (graduation) ceremony is held only once a year at the end of spring quarter. - Prepare for Commencement
Graduation is the process you go through to have your degree posted to your transcript. Commencement is a ceremony held annually in June for students completing requirements for a degree or certificate. Students planning to attend the ceremony should follow the instructions on our commencement page.
F-1 visa holders must have permission to work off campus. Optional Practical
Training (OPT) is an immigration option that allows international students to work
in the U.S. in a job related to their major. Students normally work for six months
up to one year after graduation. Some students may also apply for CPT if working is
a requirement to graduate from their program. Get started on your OPT application
by making an appointment with an advisor.
OIP Programming
Follow us on Instagram or Facebook to stay up to date on our activities or follow our Calendar.
Are you interested in leading an activity? Contact oip_programming@edmonds.edu
Group Gathering encourages a more international campus by providing a safe space for students to engage in culture sharing and English practice. This event is open to all students and is a great opportunity to make new friends, learn about different cultures, and practice communication skills.
The International Assistant and International Leader Programs are great volunteer opportunities for students to help new international students during Orientation. It is a great chance for students to gain cultural awareness, make new friends, and gain hands-on leadership experience.