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International Student and Scholar Services

You Are Welcome Here!

Our welcoming staff provides a home away from home for USM international students and visiting scholars (J-1 visa). In addition to the services offered, it’s a great place to just hang out, chat and be you.

  • Immigration, personal and academic advising
  • International student clubs and organizations
  • Cultural outings and activities
  • Monthly International Coffee Hour
  • Annual International Food Fair

Schedule AppointmentDepartment Information for Scholars

Fall 2024 
Effective August 1, 2024
Advising Drop-In Hours
Center for International Education - Room 205
Monday: 2-4 p.m.
Tuesday: 9-11 a.m.
Wednesday: 9-11a.m.
Thursday: 2-4 p.m.
Friday: 9-11 a.m.

Due to new student arrival and orientation, we will not have drop in hours on:
August 7, 12, 14, 20.

 

Who is my International Student Advisor?
Your advisor is assigned by last name and will provide processing for your requests and you can book them for 1:1 appointments.  Please direct all emails to INTLFREEMississippi.   

Last name A-I: Ms. Gina Barker
Last name J-R: Ms. Micki Posey
Last name S-Z: Dr. Leah McSorley 

 

 

Contact Us

International Student and Scholar Services
411 International Center (IC)
118 College Drive #5151
Hattiesburg, MS 39406

Hattiesburg Campus

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Email
intlFREEMississippi

Phone
601.266.4841

Contact Us

International Admissions
International Center (IC) 401
118 College Drive #5135
Hattiesburg, MS 39406

Hattiesburg Campus

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Email
intladmissionsFREEMississippi

Phone
601.266.5645

 

650+

International Students

80+

Countries Represented

374

Graduate Students and 318 Undergraduate Students