International Student & Scholar Office (ISSO)
Admission, Arrival, & Orientation
International Student Admission
Interested in joining a degree program at Towson University? The Office of International Programs encourages all prospective undergraduate, graduate, exchange, and English Language Center students to contact their respective admission office for a detailed account of the admission process. The following links will direct you to each admission office:
Transfer F-1 Status from Current School
If you will be transferring your F-1 status from another U.S. institution, you must complete a Transfer Eligibility Certificate (TEC) and submit it to the ISSO by fax at 410-704-6040 or via regular mail at: International Student & Scholar Office;
8000 York Road;
Towson, MD 21252.
Arrival
The International Student and Scholar Office (ISSO) has
mailed important information with your Form I-20 in your
pre-admission packet regarding the necessary steps you must
take and some additional suggestions when preparing to come
to Towson University. Please notify our office by
emailing us at
isso@towson.edu if you have misplaced this information
and would like us to send you an electronic copy.
Orientation
The ISSO believes that a thorough, comprehensive orientation program is integral for smooth assimilation into United States university culture. At the beginning of each semester, the ISSO hosts a two-day orientation program designed to assist new students by:
- describing typical difficulties in the cross-cultural adjustment cycle (including culture shock)
- suggesting tips for successful cross-cultural adjustment and effective intercultural communication
- offering information about the university and the community
- introducing key university service-providing offices
- answering questions about settling into accommodations
- suggesting preparations for success in the new academic environment
- helping in the transition through the creation of a support network
- offering opportunities to build friendships in the first week on campus
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