International Student and Scholar Services
International Student and Scholar Services’ (ISSS) mission is to provide a nurturing and supportive living and learning environment for Columbia College Chicago’s international student and scholar community through advocacy, services, programming, and advising. We achieve this by providing exemplary service, immigration support, and by promoting engagement and collaboration throughout the Columbia College Chicago community.
Health Insurance for International Students and Scholars
Columbia College Chicago's international student insurance plan is a no-waiver policy to provide quality health insurance at an affordable cost. All international students attending Columbia College Chicago on an F-1 or J-1 visa are automatically in the policy and their student account is billed at the beginning of the fall and spring semesters. DACA, undocumented students, dual citizens and some other visa categories may quality for the plan. Please direct any questions reguarding enrollment, coverage, or eligibility to isss@colum.edu.