Office of International Affairs

Office of International Affairs

Welcome to the the Office of International Affairs, bringing the world and Portland State University together by serving our international students, scholars, staff and faculty as well as our US students studying and interning abroad.

English Language Programs

Through the Intensive English Language Program (IELP) individuals can drastically improve their English language skills and gain a competitive edge in a globalizing world. Learn More >

International Special Programs

The International Special Programs (ISP) office develops short-term and customized programs for international groups. Experienced and professional staff work collaboratively with educational institutions, international organizations, businesses and corporations, and partnering agencies to develop customized group programs. Learn more>>

Contact OIA

Phone: 503-725-4094
Fax: 503-725-5320

Mailing Address:
Post Office Box 751
Portland, OR 97207-0751

Street Address:
101 East Hall
632 SW Hall Street

Email Address: oia@pdx.edu

Looking for Someone? Try our online staff directory.

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    ASPAC 2010 Conference at PSU

    PSU is hosting the 2010 ASPAC (Asian Studies on the Pacific Coast) Conference, June 2010.

  • Picture of ISP Welcomes group from Korea

    ISP Welcomes group from Korea

    This spring, ISP welcomes a group of 42 Korean students and professors from Soonchunhyang University who will come to PSU to study English and American culture.

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    International Photo Contest

    Check out the winning photos from the 2008 International Photo Contest. All photos were submitted by PSU students who participated in an education abroad program or international internship during the 2007/08 academic year.

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    International Cultural Service Program

    ICSP is a scholarship program for international students, which enables PSU international students to share their culture with greater Portland community in a variety of settings.

  • Picture of “Bon Voyage!”

    “Bon Voyage!”

    All international students, exchanges students and scholars celebrated their graduation on the Portland Spirit!

  • Picture of An Internship in Pretoria, South Africa

    An Internship in Pretoria, South Africa

    I spent one week of my summer term internship at IDASA in these mountains outside of Tzaneen, Limpopo, at a Citizen Leadership for Democratic Governance Workshop.

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    Before Coming to Japan…

    Before coming to Japan, I had traveled throughout Europe, Mexico and Canada on several occasions but I had never experienced culture shock before.

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    International Student Newsletter

    Each week the OISSS sends out an e-newsletter to the entire international student population.

  • Picture of Education Abroad Info Sessions

    Education Abroad Info Sessions

    Join us every Wednesday at noon in East Hall, #211 to learn more about the Education Abroad opportunities available to you as a PSU student!

  • Picture of International Student Orientation

    International Student Orientation

    Each quarter the ISSS provides an in-depth orientation to international students who are just beginning their studies at Portland State.

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