The University of Minnesota has a firm and long-standing commitment to international research, teaching and service. For more than a century, we have enrolled international students and taught foreign languages. Our faculty conduct research and engage with other researchers and institutions around the world. Our students are studying, interning and volunteering abroad in record numbers. All of these experiences and activities assist in our goal of preparing global citizens.

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International Students, Scholars and Visitors

Prospective international students – Learn more about applying for international student admission, getting your student visa and services for international students at the University of Minnesota.
Welcome visitors!
Visa issues – International Student & Scholar Services can help.

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Study, Intern, Volunteer, and Work Abroad

Learning Abroad Center – A comprehensive resource for study, service-learning, intern, volunteer, work and travel experiences worldwide.
International Directory – More resources.

Centers, Programs and Libraries

Office of International Programs – The systemwide coordinating office and first stop for international activities.
China Center – The University of Minnesota hosts the largest population of Chinese nationals of any campus in North America.
Human Rights Center
Interdisciplinary Center for the Study of Global Change
Comparative and International Development Education (CIDE)– Graduate programs.
International Fellowship Programs
ISP Off-Site Executive Study – Programs in health care administration.
John E. Borchert Map Library – A leading center for cartographic research.
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Facts and Figures

International Profile – Overview of international activity at the University.
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Language-Learning Resources

Center for Advanced Research on Language Acquisition (CARLA) – A National Language Resource Center that coordinates research and programs in assessment, immersion education, culture and language learning, language learning strategies, maximizing study abroad and much more.
CLA Language Center – A state-of-the-art resource supporting courses in 30 languages on the Twin Cities campus.
ESL programs – English as a second language classes including preparation for teaching assistants, composition for non-native speakers of English, and more.
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Organizations and Activities

Minnesota International Center (MIC)
Minnesota Film Arts
Intercultural Training Center
Culture Corps – International students use their international and intercultural skills while working on a project proposed by a University faculty or staff member.
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Research and Teaching

International exchanges and linkages
Curriculum Integration – for study abroad.
Experts@Minnesota – Gateway to University of Minnesota faculty and staff experts.
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Travel Abroad

Relocation Assistance Program (RAP) – The University's RAP will assist faculty and staff who want to rent their homes while they are away from the Twin Cities for an extended period.
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International Resources