Office of International Affairs

Bringing the world to you and taking you to see the world!

student group photo — NCCU International Students, c.April 2023

Zora Neale Hurston amongst a group of people — Famed writer and anthropologist Zora Neale Hurston taught drama at NCCU in 1939 after traveling to Jamaica (1936), Haiti (1937) and later Honduras (1947).

Pictured right, Brazilian Anielle Francisco is a 2009 NCCU Journalism/English, graduate, played volleyball, and pledged Delta Sigma Theta (Alpha Lambda). — Pictured right, Brazilian Anielle Francisco is a 2009 NCCU Journalism/English graduate who played volleyball and pledged Delta Sigma Theta (Alpha Lambda). From the favela Complexo da Maré in Rio de Janeiro’s North Zone, she soared to become Brasil’s first Minister of Racial Equality. Also pictured left is Sônia Bone de Souza Silva Santos, Brasil's Minister of Indigenous Peoples.

Dr. Layla Brown is a 2009 NCCU History graduate and Northeastern University assistant professor of Cultural Anthropology and Africana Studies. Her research focuses on pan-African, socialist and feminist social movements in Venezuela, the US and the broader African diaspora.

NCCU Founder Dr. James E. Shepard engaged in global travels to Africa, Asia, the Caribbean and Europe. See his 1907 trek here: https://uploads.knightlab.com/storymapjs/59856dec5a72340deb9a0eeaea6f7e42/dr-james-e-shepards-1907-global-tour/index.html.

A 1913 NCCU graduate, Malawian Dr. Daniel Sharpe Malekebu was born in Chiradzulu, Blantyre District, and became a medical doctor, anti-colonial activist and president of the National Baptist Assembly of Africa. This photo shows (l-r) his wife Flora Ethelwyn G. Zeto, Dr. Malekebu, Rev. Alfred M. Waller, and Dr. Sylvester Williams, Cleveland, OH, 1966.

A 2009 NCCU History graduate and anthropologist of religion, Dr. Youssef Carter is a UNC-Chapel Hill assistant professor researching Sufism and Islam throughout West Africa and the U.S.

International Students Meet and Greet Fall 2023 — International Student Meet and Greet Fall 2023

Who We Are

North Carolina Central University is committed to international education. Through the Office of International Affairs (OIA), the University fosters internationalization on the following levels:

Facilitating the process for students to study abroad, intern abroad or volunteer abroad in over 50 countries
Working with faculty to develop faculty-led study-abroad programs
Processing required documentation for faculty and students traveling internationally
Advising international students and exchange visiting scholars
Collaborating with international organizations and universities
Organizing international programs
Hosting international visitors

Our International Students

North Carolina Central University is home to students representing countries such as Nigeria, Jamaica, China, Egypt, Kenya, Greece and Spain.

Our International Scholars

The Office of International Affairs hosts international research scholars through our J-1 Exchange visitor program from various countries and international organizations.

Our International Visitors

The Office of International Affairs hosts individual visitors and groups from around the world. Our visitors have come from locations such as Moldova, Ukraine, South Africa and India.

A Day in the Life of Anpin Ni at NCCU

Follow the link and check out how Anpin Ni spent life as an international student here at NCCU.

Podcast

NCCU Passport

Two students smiling and showing their passport

The Passport Services Office is located in the Alfonso Elder Student Union Room G10. Please contact Porsha Walker for more details at pwalke18@nccu.edu or 919-530-7272.

Education Abroad

Through diverse consortiums and partnerships, NCCU supports students in pursuing study-abroad experiences:

We offer study abroad options in over 50 countries, with 300 opportunities available.
Our main program providers include the International Student Exchange Programs (ISEP), the Council on International Education Exchange (CIEE), the Barcelona Study Abroad Experience (Barcelona SAE) and the Institute of International Education (IIE).
Summer, semester and full academic year options are available.
Opportunities are open to undergraduate and graduate students from all fields of study.
Students can earn up to 15 credit hours per semester and up to 6 credit hours per summer.
Students study in English or a variety of other languages.

The campus deadlines for our study-abroad programs are as follows:

Spring Semester: September 1
Summer Break: February 15
Fall and Spring Semesters (Full Academic Year): February 15

Access additional information about study abroad.

Faculty-Led Study Abroad Program

Created by Compear Global Education Network for North Carolina Central University.

Pre-planning/brainstorming (18-24 months before departure)

Schedule a meeting with the Office of International Affairs to discuss your interest in developing a faculty-led program
Program funding (12-24 months before departure)
Research internal and external funding sources. Funding is typically used to develop the course on-campus or to fund a site visit.

Designing your program proposal (18 months)

Proposal deadline:________________________________
Proposal contact: Office of International Affairs
Share a general outline of your academic learning goals and equivalent courses, if applicable
Selecting in-country provider
- Check with your Office of International Affairs for existing partnerships or partner recommendations or if you have a partner in mind, bring any information to share for vetting the provider (e.g., Projects Abroad in Jamaica or Jamaica International Projects)
  - University of West Indies - Academic
    - Provides transportation to and from airport and to class
  - On-site provider ___________________________________
- Set up a call with the in-country provider to discuss your program proposal. (Providers will put together a proposal for you including a budget, housing, academics and cultural activities. Ask about their general program cost, COVID-19 health and safety plan, refund policy, virtual backup plan, etc.)
- Seek approval from your department chair/dean and the Office of International Affairs

Organizing a site visit (8–12 months before departure)
- Obtain approval from your department chair/dean, the Office of International Affairs and the Office of the Provost/Chancellor.
- Determine who will accompany you (if anyone) on your site visit from campus. (This may include the Office of International Affairs or additional faculty)
- Work with your in-country provider or program contact to create a shortened version of your program where you can experience what the students will participate in, including meeting with in-country staff, excursions, visiting guest speakers, university campus visits, in-country site visits, etc.
- Bring a small gift for your host.

Marketing and recruitment (after approval — no less than 8–10 months before departure)

Create flyers and marketing material with your provider contact (usually providers have flyers, videos or general marketing templates) to market your program.
Work with the Office of International Affairs to market your program on their website and at fairs.
Market your program.
Ensure you are checking regularly with the Office of International Affairs on application interest and completion.
Set up interest meetings or information sessions with students to share information about yourself and your program.

Implementing and running the program

Review applications with the Office of International Affairs
Determine billing options:
- Direct bill agreement with provider: Universities collect payments from student accounts. The university pays the provider.
- Provider collects payments directly from students: The university does not collect any external payments.
Set up pre-departure meetings and orientation sessions starting at least 90 days before arrival. Pre-departure meetings and orientations should include reviewing program requirements (passports), budgeting payments, health and safety information, packing tips, review of the program itinerary, country information (history, culture and current affairs), etc.

Evaluating and planning your next program

Check with the Office of International Affairs to see if they have an existing program evaluation or work with the Office to incorporate any specific learning goals you’d like to access.
Set up a re-entry meeting with your students when you’re back on campus to reflect on the program and share experiences.
Meet with the Office of International Affairs to discuss your program, how it went, any changes for the future and whether you’d like to run it again.

Faculty-Led Study Abroad Program Best Practices Worksheet

International Scholars and Faculty

An Immigration Guide for Employing International Faculty, Scholars and Guest S…

J-1 Visa Request Forms for Departments, Scholars and Students

Permanent Residence

International Students

The Office of International Affairs welcomes all new and returning international students. We are here as a resource for all F-1 students concerning immigration regulations. Our goal is to support you during your transition into life here at NCCU, in the Durham community, and in the U.S.

Prospective Students

If you are a prospective international student and have questions concerning undergraduate or graduate admissions, please contact the following offices:

Please note the following application deadlines for international students who require an I-20 to study:

Fall (graduate admissions): March 1
Fall (undergraduate admissions): April 1
Spring: September 1

Current Students

If you are a current student and have an immigration concern, please send an email to oiaisss@nccu.edu or call the main office at 919-530-7912 to schedule an appointment with an international student advisor. Please see the following times for appointment scheduling:

Brenda Boone: 8–10 a.m. and 1–3 p.m. on Monday through Friday or by appointment

Taxes

Tax issues can be complicated for U.S. citizens and even more so for individuals visiting the U.S. from another country. Whether or not you worked in the U.S., you may have tax filing obligations each year you are present in the U.S. Form 8843, for example, is required to be filed by all individuals in F and J status (students, scholars, and dependents) who were present in the U.S. for any length of time during the tax year. Note that on-campus employment, scholarships, fellowships, graduate assistantships, practical or academic training, and any compensation received for work may be considered a source of income. You may be required to report this income to the federal and state government by filing a tax return.

It is important for you to understand your tax obligations each year, as not observing them may have negative implications on your immigration status in the future. Our office is not equipped to offer tax advice or assist you with completing your tax forms. However, you will find more information in the attached link regarding your tax obligations, steps and a resource through Sprintax tax services for filing the necessary tax forms.

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