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August 21, 2025

To all of our incoming international students, scholars, student interns, and their families, welcome to Harvard! 

We're happy to have you join us!

July 17, 2025

While the past several months have brought many challenges for Harvard’s international community, it can be helpful to take a break from your studies or research and enjoy the warm weather. You are an essential part of our community, both on campus and off, and we hope you’ll have a chance to participate in some of the many activities and events happening throughout the summer.

July 10, 2025
July 9, 2025

We encourage all incoming Harvard international students and scholars to attend the HIO “Getting Started – Part 1” Orientation on Zoom. We will cover a wide range of topics to help you prepare for your program at Harvard. We also offer a monthly Zoom orientation for spouses and partners. Advance registration is not required; you can find the schedule for all orientations and the Zoom meeting link here.

June 23, 2025

Dear Current and Future International Students, Scholars, and Recent Alumni,

June 20, 2025

Dear Current and Future International Students, Scholars, and Recent Alumni,

June 16, 2025

Dear Current and Future International Students, Scholars, and Recent Alumni,

June 6, 2025

Dear Current and Future International Students, Scholars, and Recent Alumni, 

June 5, 2025

Dear Current and Future International Students, Scholars, and Recent Alumni, 

We’re writing with several updates regarding the federal government’s most recent immigration actions.  

June 4, 2025

This is yet another illegal retaliatory step taken by the Administration in violation of Harvard’s First Amendment rights. Harvard will continue to protect its international students.

May 29, 2025

To our current and future international students, scholars, and recent alumni, 
 

May 28, 2025

The HIO congratulates the Harvard Class of 2025 on their Commencement!

May 23, 2025

To our current and future international students, scholars, and recent alumni, 

First and foremost, you belong here. 

April 25, 2025

With the end of the semester and summer break approaching, the HIO is expanding drop-in Virtual advising hours!
• Monday – Friday from 9:00 am – 10:00am
• Monday – Friday from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
• Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm 
• Monday – Friday from 4:00 pm – 5:00pm

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