Student Success
Being the Best Student You Can Be
Students have different goals and different objectives for their WashU career, and the school is committed to helping each student reach their personal benchmarks. Explore resources, study opportunities outside the classroom, and academic jobs to be the best you can.
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Programs and Resources for First Year Students
First year students have a home base at the office Student Transitions & Family Programs. Check out everything that's waiting for you!
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Academic Programs from The Learning Center
The Learning Center provides mentoring and other programs that increase your chances of academic success.
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The Writing Center
The Writing Center and The Speaking Studio provide free, one-on-one tutoring for any writing or public speaking project.
Featured Department
A special office is dedicated to ensuring international students success at WashU with a variety of resources just for you.
Office of International Students and Scholars
The OISS has so many resources to explore with dedicated staff to help you along as you live and learn in the U.S.
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for graduate and professional students
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Arts & Sciences Tech Support Desk
Arts & Sciences Computing provides flexible technology facilities and services to A&S faculty, staff and students.
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Graduate School Academic Forms
All Graduate School academic forms in one place.
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Graduate School Dissertation and Thesis Guides
See guides pertinent to The Graduate School at WashU, including dissertation and thesis guides.
International Graduate Student Orientation
International students attend a customized introduction to the WashU campus.
International Students Admissions Process
See information about the admissions process to WashU for international students.
International Students: Submit Questions about the University’s Response to COVID-19
If you are an international student and have questions or concerns due to the Chancellor's March 11th announcement regarding campus housing closures and courses going online, please submit them using this form.
J-1 Student Employment and Training
Get information about employment and training for students with a J-1 visa type.
Letter Requests for International Students
Often F-1 and J-1 students are required to provide a letter verifying their immigration status.
Maintaining Student Visa Status
Learn how to maintain your student visa status while an international student at WashU.
Maintenance of F-1 Student Status
Learn how to maintain your F-1 student visa status while an international student at WashU.
Associated Departments
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Office for International Students and Scholars
The OISS enables international students and scholars to thrive academically and socially.
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Residential Life
We seek to provide a safe environment that encourages learning and personal growth in an inclusive community that empowers and challenges our residents.
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WashU Cares
WashU Cares assists the university in handling situations involving the safety and well-being of Danforth Campus students.
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Office of Scholar Programs
The Office of Scholar Programs houses the staff and scholars of the university’s premiere, merit-based scholar programs.