On Sept. 14, 2026, a federal judge in Massachusetts issued a nationwide preliminary injunction indefinitely postponing the effective date of the new U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) rule intended to establish a fixed time period of admission and an extension of stay procedure that would impact students and scholars on F-1 and J-1 visas, and other academic restrictions specifically for F-1 students. Northwestern is monitoring this case and any further developments, and we will continue to provide updates as appropriate.
OISS Portal Guide
During your time as an F-1 or J-1 international student at Northwestern, you will use the OISS Portal to submit requests for many benefits of your immigration status including I-20 reprint requests for travel signatures, requests for internships using CPT or AT, part-time enrollment in your final term, and many other benefits associated with your immigration status.
Learn How to Use the Portal
For New Students, Current Students and Alumni
Access the Portal User Guides for instructions on how to login, navigate your profile, and submit requests.
OISS Portal Guides