Office of International Students & Scholars (OISS)

We are thrilled to have you join Morgan State University.  As Director of International Students and Scholars (OISS), I want you to know that we are here for you—from the moment you start your visa application, to your first steps on campus, and all the way to the day you proudly walk across the graduation stage.

Our team is dedicated to making your experience positive, supportive, and unforgettable. No matter the challenge, we’ll do whatever it takes to help you succeed, feel at home, and thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

Welcome to Morgan State—your journey starts here!

Dr. Asiah Mason, Ph.D
Director of International Students & Scholars (OISS)
Principal Designated School Official (PDSO) of the Department of Homeland Security

The Office of International Students and Scholars Services (OISS)  provides comprehensive support to international students and scholars. Services include:

• Guidance on the F-1 visa 
• Assistance with maintaining immigration status
• Orientation programs and workshops for new students and employment
• Cultural adjustment support
• Advising on academics as it relates to your visa status, personal, and professional matters. 

⇒F1 Basics

Pre - Arrival

Post - Arrival

⇒Employment Information

• On-Campus Employment
• Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
• Optional Practical Training (OPT) 

Office Hours

Advising sessions with a DSO are available in person and online through your Morgan State University email on google chat.