OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Resources for Students in Emergency Situations
Economic Hardship Work Authorization for F-1 Students
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For students facing economic hardship due to recent unforeseen circumstances
Allows students to work off-campus while maintaining F-1 status
Students may visit OIA to begin the application process; a new I-20 is needed
Visit oia.osu.edu/pdf/Economic_Hardship_for_F-1_Students.pdf
Counseling and Consultation Services (Younkin Success Center, 4th Floor, 1640 Neil Avenue)
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Counseling and therapy to help address personal, mental health, academic and career concerns
All enrolled students are eligible for 10 free counseling sessions per academic year
Visit ccs.osu.edu
OIA Emergency Grant
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Partial tuition coverage for one semester for international students facing financial difficulties due to
circumstances beyond their control
Does not need to be repaid
Visit oia.osu.edu/pdf/InternationalStudentGrant-Application.pdf
Institute of International Education (IIE) Emergency Student Fund
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Grant offered in limited circumstances to international students facing financial hardships due to crises
such as natural disasters, social unrest or serious illness
Students must be nominated by Ohio State
Visit iie.org/The-Power-of-Giving/Giving-Opportunities/Emergency-Student-Fund
Student Advocacy Center (1120 Lincoln Tower, 1800 Cannon Drive)
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Helps students resolve problems and navigate university policies and procedures
Visit studentlife.osu.edu/advocacy
Legal Resources
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When students need immigration advice beyond what OIA can provide (such as when applying for a
change to certain types of immigration status) it is advisable to consult an immigration attorney
Visit oia.osu.edu/int-students-tools-and-resources/legal-resources
Home Country Embassy or Consulate
• In a time of crisis in a student’s home country, a consulate or embassy in the U.S. can sometimes help
with contacting family members, and provide up-to-date information on a situation in a region
Student Nationality Organizations
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Student organizations can offer moral support in a time of distress, and often organize community
outreach to affected populations in a time of crisis
Visit ohiounion.osu.edu/get_involved/student_organizations/directory