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JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY Jackson State University, an urban university located in Jackson, Mississippi, is home to more than 9,000 students from across the nation and world. Through the Carnegie Foundation for Teaching and Research, it is a designated research- intensive university. Fittingly, at its helm is President Carolyn W. Meyers, who holds a doctorate in engineering. Washington Monthly magazine consistently ranks Jackson State University among top colleges in the U.S. in social mobility, research and service. For application requirements for graduate studies, please visit www.jsums.edu/graduateschool For application requirements for international students, please visit www.jsums.edu/admissions/requirements INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS More than 300 students from 60 countries currently study at Jackson State University. International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) offers support in the integration of international students and scholars into the campus community. ISSS serves as a resource to those students seeking admission as well as admitted international students, faculty and researchers and their families. ISSS provides: Contact: International Student and Scholar Services International Programs Office Phone: 601-979-1146 Email: isss@jsums.edu www.jsums.edu/international ABOUT PAGE2 •Guidance on country specific admissions requirements for international prospects and applicants •Support to the Graduate and Undergraduate Admissions offices in international credential evaluation •Referrals to the English as a Second Language Institute •Advising services with respect to immigration and visa matters, work permission, orientation, cultural adjustment and personal concerns to all JSU F and J visa holders to ensure they maintain status •International student orientation including cultural orientation •Logistical and personal support for international students and scholars including airport pickup, guidance in housing options, diet specific food shopping and more •Cultural celebrations and activities for international and American students and the community