Office of Global Engagement
International Students and Scholars
International Student and Scholar Services
The Office of International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) provides immigration advising, visa services, and a range of programs and offerings in support of Brown's international student and scholar community.
International Student and Scholar Services
The Office of International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) provides immigration advising, visa services, and a range of programs and offerings in support of Brown's international student and scholar community.
Welcoming the World to Brown
Brown University is home to over 3,400 international students, scholars, and their dependents from over 120 countries around the world. The International Student and Scholar Services team is proud to support all members of our international community throughout their academic and professional journeys at Brown.
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More than 1,800 Brown students come to College Hill each year from nearly 100 countries around the world. Whether you're preparing to come to the U.S., recently arrived, or already settled in, the information in this section will help you understand your visa and immigration requirements and other resources to help you.
Brown University's international scholar population is made up of approximately 600 scholars. These scholars include visiting professors, visiting researchers, visiting teaching associates, postdoctoral research associates, faculty, and staff.
General information and resources about pre-arrival planning, administrative information, and local resources.
Our Numbers at a Glance
3,434
International Student and Scholars at Brown University
*Open Doors 2024-2025
2,735
International students representing 129 countries
699
International scholars representing 77 countries