What's New

July 17, 2025
Summer is Here!

While the past several months have brought many challenges for Harvard’s international community, it can be helpful to take a break from your studies or research and enjoy the warm weather. You are an essential part of our community, both on campus and off, and we hope you’ll have a chance to participate in some of the many activities and events happening throughout the summer.

July 10, 2025
DHS Subpoenas
July 9, 2025
HIO Orientations on Zoom

We encourage all incoming Harvard international students and scholars to attend the HIO “Getting Started – Part 1” Orientation on Zoom. We will cover a wide range of topics to help you prepare for your program at Harvard. We also offer a monthly Zoom orientation for spouses and partners. Advance registration is not required; you can find the schedule for all orientations and the Zoom meeting link here.

July 1, 2025
July 3 Information Session on U.S. Immigration Updates
June 23, 2025
Update: Court Issues Preliminary Injunction Against June 4 Presidential Proclamation

Dear Current and Future International Students, Scholars, and Recent Alumni,

June 20, 2025
Update: Court Issues Preliminary Injunction Against Revocation of Harvard’s SEVP Certification

Dear Current and Future International Students, Scholars, and Recent Alumni,

June 16, 2025
Court hears arguments in Harvard’s lawsuit

Dear Current and Future International Students, Scholars, and Recent Alumni,

June 6, 2025
Latest Update: Temporary Restraining Order Granted

Dear Current and Future International Students, Scholars, and Recent Alumni, 

June 5, 2025
Our Continued Resolve to Fight for You

Dear Current and Future International Students, Scholars, and Recent Alumni, 

We’re writing with several updates regarding the federal government’s most recent immigration actions.  

June 4, 2025
Statement on President Trump's June 4 proclamation

This is yet another illegal retaliatory step taken by the Administration in violation of Harvard’s First Amendment rights. Harvard will continue to protect its international students.

May 29, 2025
Court Ruling Preserves Your Visa Status

To our current and future international students, scholars, and recent alumni, 
 

May 28, 2025
Congratulations to the Harvard Class of 2025!

The HIO congratulates the Harvard Class of 2025 on their Commencement!

May 23, 2025
Our Commitment to Enrolling International Students and Scholars

To our current and future international students, scholars, and recent alumni, 

First and foremost, you belong here. 

May 7, 2025
New registration requirements for dependent children in effect
April 30, 2025
Update on International Students
April 25, 2025
Expanded Virtual Drop-In Advising Hours

With the end of the semester and summer break approaching, the HIO is expanding drop-in Virtual advising hours!
• Monday – Friday from 9:00 am – 10:00am
• Monday – Friday from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
• Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm 
• Monday – Friday from 4:00 pm – 5:00pm

April 23, 2025
Supporting Our International Community

On April 19, Executive Vice President (EVP) Meredith Weenick emailed the Harvard community to reiterate the University's steadfast support for international students and scholars and to acknowledge government actions in recent weeks.
Read the EVP’s message supporting our international community.

April 18, 2025
A message to Harvard's international students and scholars

On April 17, the Harvard International Office (HIO) and the Office of the Vice Provost for International Affairs shared the following communication to the University's international community:

Dear Harvard International Students and Scholars,

April 15, 2025
Harvard Representation Initiative Information Sessions 4/17 & 4/22
April 10, 2025
Visa status updates, Commencement guidance, and FAQs

Know Your Rights webinars
 

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