Virtual Drop-In Appointments:
Monday - Thursday 10 am -12 pm and 1 pm – 3 pm (EST)
Have a quick question about admission to Columbus State? ISS offers Virtual Drop-In appointments Monday-Thursday. Use the following link to sign in for a virtual drop-in appointment and expect to receive a call back from a 614-phone number. If applicable, have your Cougar ID number and questions ready when you receive your call. We will call you back as soon as we can.
For students seeking F1 admission:
Please note that virtual drop-in appointments are for quick questions and should not
be used if you are interested in gathering more information about F1 admissions or
programs (i.e., Nursing). All admissions information and forms can be found at www.cscc.edu/f1 If you have already submitted admission documents to the ISS office through email,
a member of ISS will reach out to you through email.
SIGN-IN HERE FOR VIRTUAL DROP-INS
In-person Appointment/Advising:
Due to recent renovations in Madison Hall, International Student Services will be
serving students remotely until further notice. Under extenuating circumstances, in-person
appointments/advising may be available. Please contact iss@cscc.edu (global students) or istudent@cscc.edu (F1 visa holders) for appointment availability.
Note: ISS advisors do not provide legal advice. Government rules change frequently and often with little notice. You are encouraged to consult an experienced immigration attorney for legal guidance. U.S. immigration authorities, including the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of State (DOS), make determinations regarding immigration status and eligibility for benefits.
JoYin is the Principal Designated School Official (PDSO), Supervisor of International
Student Services, and the Instructor for Chinese at Columbus State Community College.
In her role, she oversees the staff and operations of the ISS unit, ensuring the best
immigration and support services for all population served by the unit. She provides
immigration advising and support services to international students on F1 visa; help
students understand and navigate the U.S. immigration regulation. 
Diane aids in the International Student Services Office to help answer admission questions
for Immigrant/DACA/Other Visa Type Holder as well as directing students in their enrollment process. She has over 25 years
of volunteer experience working with the international student population here in
Columbus, Ohio, including serving as an English conversation tutor and special event
coordinator. She has traveled both to Europe and Japan, and it is her passion to serve
the international student population who are pursuing their education here in the
United States. Diane holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Studies from
The Ohio State University.
Candace is the International Admissions Advisor for prospective students who wish
to study in the US on an F1 Student Visa. She is knowledgeable on admission requirements for students residing outside of
the US as well as transfer and transient students currently enrolled at other SEVP
institutions. She reviews admissions applications and can assist you throughout the
application process and your journey to the United States. Upon receiving a Bachelor’s
degree from The Ohio State University, Candace moved to Madrid, Spain to teach ESL
where she obtained a Master’s degree in International Education from the Universidad
de Alcalá de Henares. She understands what it’s like to be an international student,
and therefore, her goal is to make your transition to the United States as smooth
and stress-free as possible!