Office of International Students & Scholars

The Office of International Students & Scholars (ISS) would like to welcome you to Marshall University and hope your stay with us is a wonderful experience.  ISS is available to assist you in making an easy transition. We have developed a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) site to better assist you with questions you may have. Please visit these sites and if you do not find the answer to your questions, stop by my office and we will be pleased to assist you.

Office of International Students & Scholars
Old Main 320
Phone: (304) 696-6265
Email: cip@marshall.edu

 

Michael Schmelzle
Director, International Students and Scholars
Email: schmelzle@marshall.edu
 Marshall University is authorized to enroll international students on F-1 and J-1 visas. The Office of International Students & Scholars (ISS) is the source of up-to-date information on the legal rights and responsibilities of international students and scholars.

ISS provides the following immigration advising services to students, scholars and faculty:

  • Up-to-date information regarding immigration and related regulations, including your F-1 or J-1 immigration status.
  • Letters for certifying enrollment, inviting parents to visit, special forms required by your government or scholarship agency, etc.
  • Certification of employment eligibility for on-campus employment.
  • Assist departments with hiring faculty and staff on H-1B status.

For answers to many of your questions:

Follow these links for information on: