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Due to recently announced federal immigration rule changes affecting international students and visiting scholars in the United States, immigration information on this website is subject to change. The new rule takes effect on September 15, 2026. Ohio State is reviewing the changes and will update this website as additional information becomes available.

Cultural transitions and wellness

Adjusting back to life on campus can come with its challenges and can even bring feelings of reverse culture shock. If you are finding it particularly difficult to re-adjust to your life back home, and feeling depressed or isolated from your friends and family, consider utilizing wellness resources available to you on campus to ease your transition.