Life at Manhattan

International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)

Find Your Place at Manhattan

Manhattan University welcomes students and scholars from around the world to our campus community in New York City. International Student and Scholar Services provides guidance, support and resources to help you make a smooth transition to life at Manhattan, connect with others and navigate the cultural, social and academic experiences that come with studying in the United States.

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International Student Support and Immigration Services

International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) supports Manhattan University students in maintaining their F-1 status and understanding the immigration requirements connected to studying and working in the United States.

F-1 Student Services

  • Guidance on maintaining F-1 status
  • Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
  • Optional Practical Training (OPT)
  • STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT)

Forms, Documents and Immigration Resources

Find forms, instructions and supporting documents for maintaining your F-1 status and completing requests related to CPT, OPT and STEM OPT.

View Forms and Documents

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The International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) Store

Access the International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) store to pay OPT-related fees and purchase available ISSS supplies.

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Health and Emergency Resources

International students have access to Manhattan University health and safety resources while studying on campus.

Health Services

Undergraduate students may visit Health Services at no charge. Graduate student visits are $25.

To schedule an appointment, email health.services@manhattan.edu or call 718-862-7217 during office hours, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Health Services is located in Alumni Hall, Room 104.

After-Hours and Emergency Assistance

For non-emergency assistance after hours, call Manhattan University Public Safety at 718-862-7500. Public Safety is available 24/7.

In an emergency, dial 911 or call Manhattan University Public Safety at 718-862-7333.

ISSS Staff 

Regina Moores

Principal Designated School Official (PDSO)
Associate Director of International Admissions and Partnerships 
rmoores01@manhattan.edu
De La Salle Hall, Room 4.45

Jonathan Gambier

Designated School Official (DSO)
Senior Director of Transfer, International and Veterans Admissions 
jgambier01@manhattan.edu
De La Salle Hall, Room 4.40