April 21, 2026
Summer travel reminders for international students and scholars
Students and scholars who are planning to travel this summer should review the travel information relevant to their status.
Worldwide Caution: March 22, 2026
Published April 8, 2026
The Department of State advises Americans worldwide, and especially in the Middle East, to exercise increased caution.
April 8, 2026
Office closed 8:30–9:50 a.m. Thursday, April 16
The International Center, which houses International Programs, International Student and Scholar Services and Study Abroad, will be closed.
Jan. 25, 2026
Offices closed Jan. 26; services available remotely
Advising services will be available online and advisers can be reached via email during this time.
Jan. 15, 2026
Immigrant visa processing updates
The Department of State announced that it will pause all visa issuance to immigrant visa applicants from 75 countries.
Dec. 22, 2025
International Programs offices closed Dec. 25–Jan. 1
Regular office hours will resume Friday, Jan. 2.
Dec. 16, 2025
Travel restrictions and limits for individuals from certain countries
The new presidential proclamation restricts or limits entry of individuals from 38 countries.
Dec. 5, 2025
UPDATE: Hold and review of USCIS benefit applications for certain individuals
The Jan. 1 updated policy memo impacts individuals from the countries identified in Presidential Proclamation 10998.
Nov. 19, 2025
2025 International Engagement Award recipients announced
The awards recognize the outstanding work of faculty, staff and students to internationalize the University of Missouri.
Oct. 23, 2025
Updated guidance from USCIS for H-1B petitions
The guidance helps clarify when petitions would be subject to the $100,000 fee implemented by the Sept. 19 Presidential Proclamation.