International Students & Scholars | UC Merced International

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Staff and Peer Advisors to help with your questions

Staff with extensive knowledge of visa services are always there to help answer your immigration related questions.

Meet with students and scholars from over 50 countries

UC Merced boasts a diverse student and scholar population

Beautiful Campus Setting

UC Merced is uniquely situated in the heart of the beautiful state of California and has one of the lowest cost of living rates in the state.

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Fall Semester Office Hours

International Students and Scholars (ISS) is within the Office of International Affairs (OIA) located in the Kolligian Library, Room 101.

Fall 2025 semester Office Hours are below:

Monday–Thursday
• Open: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday
• Open: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Renewing My Visa (F-1 | H-1B)

Inviting an International Scholar (J-1 | H-1B)

Signing up for Health Insurance (Students | Scholars)