THE OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS (OIP)
The purpose of the OIP is to provide valuable services and support that enable the RISD community to address the challenges of art and design in a globalizing world. Our work embraces our commitment to cultural fluency and diversity.

FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS | FOR ALL STUDENTS | CONTACT US

FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
The Office of International Programs (OIP) is available to help international students at Rhode Island School of Design with US Citizenship and Immigration Service procedures. Once an international student is accepted and enrolled into a full-time degree program, OIP advises students on all aspects of their academic program relating to their immigration status. The OIP is staffed by Designated School Officials (DSOs) who are responsible for RISD’s compliance with federal immigration laws. OIP helps international students with the following issues:

· SEVIS related concerns
· I-20 endorsements
· Optional Practical Training (OPT) applications
· change-of-status requests
· proof of enrollment, procurement of social security numbers and Rhode Island state driver’s licenses

FOR ALL STUDENTS
The OIP also coordinates many student programs on campus. RISD students are encouraged to contact the OIP when interested in the following:
· Student Exchange Program
· Student Mobility Program
· European Honors Program
· Wintersession Travel Courses

CONTACT US

OIP mailing address
Office of International Programs
Rhode Island School of Design
Two College Street
Providence, RI 02903 USA

OIP location
41 Waterman Street (Ewing Center)
Providence, RI
(follow the Mapquest link below for a map and directions)

OIP phone/fax/e-mail
telephone: 401-454-6754
fax: 401-454-6755
e-mail: mailto:oip@risd.edu