The Office of International Programs (OIP) fosters cross-cultural understanding through high-impact learning and community engagement in support of CSU’s land grant mission.
International Programs supports campus internationalization by:
- Encouraging students, staff, and faculty to broaden their perspectives by engaging with cultures from around the world through international experiences.
- Organizing classroom-based, programmatic, and experiential activities, both on campus and abroad, to provide CSU and broader communities with meaningful international and intercultural educational experiences.
- Promoting CSU’s unique opportunities to international audiences, offering personalized enrollment guidance and support to foster a welcoming community.
- Providing quality English language instruction, intercultural learning experiences, and support services for those interested in personal, professional, or academic growth through a variety of innovative programs and opportunities.
- Providing comprehensive advising, programming, and immigration services to support international students from arrival through graduation (and beyond) to ensure success in every aspect of their educational journey.
- Providing comprehensive support for J-1 scholars and offering employment-based immigration services to support departments hiring international faculty and staff.
- Supporting the international activities of CSU colleges, departments, and faculty by facilitating joint research initiatives, international exchanges, and other collaborative activities worldwide.
OIP is led by the Vice Provost for International Affairs and is a team of approximately 60 staff and faculty in six units: International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS), the International Enrollment Center (IEC), Programs for Learning Academic and Community English (PLACE), Education Abroad (EA), CSU Todos Santos, and Operations. The division is continually innovating and expanding the programs and services it offers CSU students, faculty, staff, and partners.
MEET THE OIP STAFF
More than 60 people work in the Office of International Programs with various professional and travel experiences.