International Student and Scholar Services

International Student and Scholar Services

As you invest in your global education, you will create a network of friends and a broader understanding of the world's many cultures right here in Minnesota.

At the Center for International Studies, we provide information, advocacy, guidance, and support to more than 1,400 international students and scholars from five continents.

At St. Cloud State University, you will meet students from over 85 nations, including Malaysia, Rwanda, Sri Lanka, Turkey, Vietnam, Bangladesh, Germany, Japan, and Brazil.

We'll help you navigate travel, immigration, finance, employment, and academics.

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EducationUSA Academy - High School Students

 EducationUSA Academy Connects - High School Students

How we help

F-1 Student Enrollment Requirements

All international students attending St. Cloud State University under F-1 student status are required to be enrolled in a full-time course load to maintain their F-1 student status.

Academic and Cultural Sharing Scholarship

The Academic and Cultural Sharing Scholarship (ACSS) offers reduced tuition rates to international students who meet and maintain eligibility requirements.

F-1 Student Employment Options

Employment opportunities for F-1 international students (on campus employment, CPT, OPT, etc.)

Health Insurance

Health insurance is required for all F-1 and J-1 students and scholars at St. Cloud State.

Short-Term International Visitors

St. Cloud State University encourages its faculty, staff, and students to exchange information and ideas and promote relationships with institutions worldwide.

Invitation Letters

St. Cloud State University issues letters of invitation for students who would like to invite their family and friends to the U.S. to visit them while they are attending the university.

New Student Resources

Important USCIS Updates

Office Hours

8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday 

Address

720 4th Avenue South
Lawrence Hall 101
St. Cloud, Minnesota 56377

Phone Number

1-320-308-4287
Fax Number
1-320-308-4223

Email

international@stcloudstate.edu