On July 17, 2026, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a final rule to end ‘duration of status’ (D/S) for F and J visa holders. The rule will become effective on September 15, 2026. Georgetown previously submitted a comment to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in opposition to this rule. This will impact students in F or J status, scholars in J status, and alumni with OPT, STEM OPT, or AT authorization. The Office of Global Services (OGS) and the Office of General Counsel are reviewing the final rule and will communicate changes and implications to the Georgetown community after August 3, 2026 via the OGS Elimination of Duration of Status (D/S) Transition to Fixed Admit Until Date webpage and emails to affected individuals.
Welcome to the Office of Global Services
The Office of Global Services serves as a resource for schools, faculty, and administrators engaged globally and for international students and scholars here on campus. Our mission is to serve and support the Georgetown community in engaging a more open and connected world.
The Office of Global Services continues to work in a hybrid work mode. We are currently offering hybrid advising during our regular business hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
To schedule an appointment or reach an advisor or staff member, please visit our Contact Us page.
For general inquiries, please email:
- Global Program Support Services: globalservices@georgetown.edu
- International Scholar Services: internationalscholars@georgetown.edu
- International Student Services: internationalservices@georgetown.edu
OGS Community Values
The Office of Global Services (OGS) is proud of Georgetown University’s long history of welcoming people from around the world, of its tradition to care for each person according to his or her needs (cura personalis), and of its commitment to safeguard the dignity of all individuals.
OGS cherishes the diversity of cultural and religious backgrounds and philosophical viewpoints that our international community brings to the University. Each international student and each international scholar is a valued and respected member of our community. Our office rededicates itself to serving and supporting the safety and well-being of all members of this community as they work toward expanding their knowledge and enhancing ours.
Upcoming OGS Events
All Upcoming EventsPNC Bank Information and Bank Account Set-Up SessionAug. 4
- 2:00 pm
- St. Mary’s Room 120
PNC Bank Information and Bank Account Set-Up SessionAug. 11
- 2:00 pm
- Healy Hall Room 106
New International Graduate Student OrientationAug. 17
- 2:00 pm
- TBA
New International Undergraduate Student OrientationAug. 21
- 2:00 pm
- Healey Family Student Center Social Room & Herman Room