International Student & Scholar Services

MSUM International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) is dedicated to serving the University’s international community. We cultivate an inclusive community by providing expertise and leadership with compassion. ISSS fosters and supports a global campus community as part of MSUM’s Equity goal of a welcoming and internationally connected campus.

International Student & Scholar News
  • Apply for National Student Exchange
    The Center for Global Engagement is hosting an information session for the National Student Exchange program. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover how NSE can enhance your educational journey and open doors to new experiences. Whether you’re looking to immerse yourself in a different culture, explore new academic programs, or simply step out of your comfort zone, NSE has something […]
  • Freeman-ASIA Scholarship Applications Now Open!
    The Freeman Awards for Study in Asia (Freeman-ASIA) program provides scholarships for U.S. undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need to study abroad in East or Southeast Asia. The program’s goal is to increase the number of U.S. citizens and permanent residents with first-hand exposure to and understanding of Asia and its peoples and cultures. Applications for Academic Year 2025-2026 are […]
  • Welcome New International Students Event
    Please join us today, January 10, from 3:30 – 5:30 in the Sun Garden Lounge to welcome and socialize with our newly arrived international students. There will also be free food and fun games to enjoy.
  • Welcome Education Abroad and Away Coordinator: Tiara Harris
    The Center for Global Engagement is pleased to welcome Tiara Harris as our new Education Abroad and Away Coordinator. Tiara joined MSUM on December 9th. Originally from Michigan, she has lived in Arizona, Japan, and Texas before moving to the Fargo-Moorhead area. Tiara is excited to be part of the global Dragon experience, supporting students, faculty, and staff in navigating […]
  • Join Us for the Spring 2024 Farewell & Sash Ceremony
    On Thursday, May 9th at 6:00 PM we will be hosting Farewell & Sash Ceremony. The Office of Diversity and Inclusion and the Center for Global Engagement are hosting a special graduate reception in celebration of our diverse graduating students’ accomplishments. If you are an International or Domestic student and identify as Black, Indigenous, People of Color, LGBTQIA2S+, or an intersectional […]

International Student Listserve

The international student listserve is a way to keep you informed. All international students will automatically be subscribed to the listserve upon arrival at MSUM. Information provided includes office schedules, special events, international student organization activities, U.S. government regulatory changes and other news items of concern to the international population at MSUM. The list is moderated by ISSS. All information sent to the listserve must be approved by ISSS before it is sent to our international population. To send email to all subscribed members of the list: international_students@lists.mnstate.edu.