--- title: "International Student and Scholar Services" url: "/student-life/isss" type: page date: 2026-05-21 updated: 2026-09-14 --- # International Student and Scholar Services 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. [ Obtaining A Visa ](/student-life/isss/obtaining-a-visa) [ Frequently Asked Questions ](/student-life/isss/frequently-asked-questions) Image ![Image of students outside on the campus of Manhattan University](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-05/international-services.jpg?h=09c53b86&itok=oxynd3ar) ## 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](/student-life/isss/forms-documents) Image ![Manhattan University campus on quad](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-06/campus-outside-quad-3000x2000.jpg?h=c6980913&itok=LmqDTExz) ## 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 Global Engagement supplies [ Visit the ISSS Store on an external website ](https://secure.touchnet.net/C20126_ustores/web/store_main.jsp?STOREID=56&SINGLESTORE=true) Image ![Manhattan University campus on quad](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-06/campus-outside-quad-3000x2000.jpg?h=c6980913&itok=LmqDTExz) ## 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 or call [718-862-7217](tel:+17188627217) 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](tel:+17188627500). Public Safety is available 24/7. In an emergency, dial 911 or call Manhattan University Public Safety at [718-862-7333](tel:+17188627333). ## ISSS Staff #### [Regina Moores](/directory/regina.moores "Regina Moores") Principal Designated School Official (PDSO) Associate Director of International Admissions and Partnerships De La Salle Hall, Room 4.45 #### [Jonathan Gambier](/directory/jonathan.gambier "Jonathan Gambier") Designated School Official (DSO) Senior Director of Transfer, International and Veterans Admissions De La Salle Hall, Room 4.40