The Office of International Programs (OIP) was established in 1996 at Northeastern Illinois University as a reflection of the University's commitment to improving global understanding. Its goal is to strengthen and expand international educational opportunities for students and faculty. International activities at Northeastern are widely available and easy to access, and the OIP offers a wide rang
e of opportunities and services for students, faculty and the community. Furthermore, each year the University hosts many international students and scholars from a variety of countries and academic disciplines. NEIU provides support for students who wish to engage in an international experience and participate in a short term international study experience as a part of a course. Students also have opportunities to spend a semester or a year studying abroad in a variety of countries and universities. NEIU also has a brosd range of partner institutions which provide special opportunities for our students to study in another country. The OIP offers a wide range of opportunities and services for NEIU students and faculty to provide substantive international learning and research experiences as a part of their academic experience. Office Staff and Administrators:
Office Staff and Administrators:
Dr. Cris Toffolo, Interim Director,
Tel:773-442-5493; Email: [email protected]
Claudia Gonzalez, Coordinator (J-1 Coordinator & International Student Advisor & PDSO/ARO)
Tel: (773) 442-4799; Email: [email protected]
Stephanie Staaden, Coordinator ( F-1, DSO, Study Abroad Advisor)
Tel: (773) 442-4068; Email: [email protected]
Main Department Contact Information:
Tel: (773) 442-4796; Email: [email protected]
Call or email by Appointment. Office Hours:
Monday through Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Advising by Appointment:
John's Appointment Hours
call/e-mail to schedule an appointment
John's Walk-in Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Wojciech's Appointment & Walk-in Hours
Monday - Friday : 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Limited evening hour appointments available for evening students interested in study abroad.