Welcome to the International Student Centre (ISC) at the University of Windsor!
UPDATE: The University of Windsor has received approval to reopen to international students from outside of Canada.
UWindsor is now on the approved list of designated learning institutions (DLIs) that have reopened to asymptomatic international students from outside of Canada. International students who have or have been approved for a study permit can now travel to Canada for their studies (a non-discretionary or non-optional purpose).
In order to reopen to international students who aren’t currently in Canada, the Government of Ontario had to review UWindsor’s COVID-19 readiness plan to ensure it protects the health and safety of all students, staff and the community. UWindsor’s readiness plan includes safe and comfortable accommodation arrangements for the mandatory 14-day quarantine period for students and can be found by clicking on the button below.
International Arrivals New and Returning Students
Have Questions? An online webinar was hosted on Nov. 19 to help students learn more about our COVID-19 Readiness Plan and the steps International Students need to follow to safely travel to Canada. A recorded version of the online webinar is now available, along with a PDF version of the slide deck that was presented.
International Student Centre NOTICE OF PHYSICAL OFFICE CLOSURE DUE TO COVID-19
As you are no doubt aware, due to the COVID-19 pandemic the University of Windsor has made the decision to close all non-essential university offices until further notice.
You can access services in alternative ways until further notice.
The International Student Centre will continue to provide support and services as follows::
- ISC Blackboard Live Virtual Lounge (current students only): Monday to Friday 8:30 - 11:30 am and 1:00 -4:00 pm EST.
- General inquiries: isc@uwindsor.ca
- Green Shield (OHIP Equivalent Health Coverage) gship@uwindsor.ca
- Student Exchange exchange@uwindsor.ca
- Study Permit, VISA and Immigration questions: intladvisors@uwindsor.ca
- Tax questions: isctax@uwindsor.ca
Many resources are also available through ISC’s Blackboard site. If you can't find the answers you're looking for on our website, on Blackboard or by using the ask.uwindsor.ca site, please visit the ISC Virtual Front Desk! You can access the Virtual Front Desk through our Blackboard site by clicking on "ISC Virtual Lounge" in the left-hand menu. The Virtual Front Desk is open Monday through Friday 8:30 am - 11:30 am EST. We are happy to help in any way we can!
Attention new students: please complete the Soft Landing Arrival Form if you haven't already done so.
The ISC provides a variety of quality services and programs to support almost 4,000 UWindsor international students, scholars, and their family members from over 92 different countries.
Once you arrive on campus, you will be welcomed with a variety of orientations and arrival programs to help you successfully transition to the University of Windsor. The ISC team works diligently to help you achieve your academic and personal goals while in Canada. We provide professional advising services including academic support, information about health coverage and immigration information. We also provide plenty of extracurricular programming to ensure that your time at the University is not only academically fulfilling but also socially engaging. The ISC also administers exchange programs for students coming from abroad and for students studying at our partner institutions around the world.
The ISC is your home away from home and we are happy to serve you and your family members. I invite you to contact our office at any time for assistance and support. Best wishes for a successful and memorable journey at the University of Windsor.
Beth Oakley, Director of International Student Centre
International Student Centre
University of Windsor
2nd Floor Laurier Hall
401 Sunset Ave, Windsor, ON N9B 3P4
Working Remotely: isc@uwindsor.ca
www.uwindsor.ca/isc
Hours: 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday