EducationUSA
General information about study in the United States to prospective foreign
students from other nations. Apart from specifics about accessing U.S. higher
education, the site is intended to serve as an official USG notice to all
outside the U.S. that the educational welcome mat is out for those who may be
exploring study outside of their country.
UnitedStatesVisas.gov
The U.S. Department of State (DOS) wishes to clarify the visa process to enter
the U.S.A., as so many recent changes are a result of increased security
measures. The document is entitled "Secure Borders. Open Doors" and offers
step-by-step instructions on applying for a visa to the U.S.A. for purposes of
education, business, and to be a tourist.
Visa Denials
What to do when you encounter a visa problem: advice from the U.S. Department of State.
Bureau of Consular Affairs
Here you will find information about international travel, visa, passport, customs,
embassies and consulates worldwide, as well as much more. You can also read about the Diversity Visa Lottery on this website.
Foreign Consular Offices in the United States
This publication is a complete and official listing of the foreign consular offices in the United States, and recognized consular officers.
U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services
This website gives you information about the USCIS office and its missions, and it provides information about
immigration law and regulations to the public. You can download or order forms by mail from this website.
In addition, it might be a useful reference for your employer if there are questions about hiring foreign nationals.
NAFSA Homepage
Visit the home of NAFSA: Association of International Educators. NAFSA is an
organization that promotes the exchange of students and scholars to and from
the United States. It provides professional education and training for its
members, which have included members of international programs offices,
teachers and administrators or ESL, community volunteers, administrators of
sponsored exchange programs, and many other campus service personnel. The
International Services Office at Rice University is a member of NAFSA. You
will find NAFSA's mission, NAFSA happenings, NAFSA's most recent advocacy,
NAFSA's resources for Educators, and NAFSA's resources for students at this
website.
Institute of International
Education
The Institute of International Education is an independent non-profit organization that
designs and implements programs of study and training for students, educators, young professionals and trainees
from all sectors with funding from government agencies, foundations, and corporations.
The Electronic Embassy
This website links the staffs and resources of the Washington D.C. embassy
community to their constituencies in business and industry, education, the
press, and government. A list of links to foreign embassies and consulates is
also available at this website.
Visas in Mexico
Make an appointment for a visa in Mexican or Canadian borders via telephone
(1-900-443-3131) or the web. Internet appointment recommended.
AsiaJobSearch
The Institue of International Education is pleased to introduce
AsiaJobSearch, an initiative funded by the Freeman Foundation that will
help East and Southeast Asian graduates of regionally accredited US colleges
and universities find jobs in Asia.
Rice's Houston
Information Page
A list of online information, including consumer reports, media contacts, real
estate agencies, library resources, as well as sports and weather reports
about the city of Houston and its suburbs.
City of Houston Home
Page
This website, prepared and maintained by the City of Houston Finance and
Administration Department, contains all kinds of information about the City of
Houston, including traffic information, local resources, and a virtual tour of
the city.
Houston Chronicle
Interactive
Visit the home of Houston Chronicle, Houston's newspaper. This website
includes the daily featured articles, classified advertisements (with the
employment section and the housing information available online), and local
events.
Greater Houston
Partnership
Visit the home of the Greater Houston Partnership, Houston's business
association. The Houston Partnership is interested especially in international
business, and this is a good organization for international students to find
some professional contact.
State of Texas Government
Visit the home of the state of Texas government. This website provides
information about traveling in Texas, working in Texas, doing business in and
with Texas, and the Texas government. It also houses an electronic library
with good references.
