Immigrant Student Success Office
The Brooklyn College Immigrant Student Success Office (ISSO) supports, advocates for, and empowers students from a variety of immigration backgrounds through an intentional philosophy of holistic support. From the time students apply through their post-graduation plans, we stand alongside them every step of the way, providing comprehensive guidance and resources to help them achieve their academic and professional aspirations.
Who We Support
ISSO proudly serves students from diverse immigration backgrounds, including:
- Undocumented students
- Recipients of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
- Asylum seekers and refugees
- Holders of Temporary Protected Status (TPS), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U-visas, and T-visas
- Individuals protected under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)
- Cuban-Haitian entrants, parolees, and those granted asylum
- Students from mixed-status families
Citizenship Now!
CUNY offers free, high-quality, and confidential immigration law services to help you and your family on your path to U.S. citizenship. Our attorneys and paralegals will assess your eligibility for legal benefits and help you apply if you qualify.
About Us
Featured News
Everybody Wants to Share What They Know
The Immigrant Student Success Office is a nexus of information and a bastion of support.
Brooklyn College Welcomes New Cohort of TheDream.US Students
On August 10, Brooklyn College’s Immigrant Student Success Office (ISSO) hosted the incoming Dream.US scholar’s orientation, an event held in conjunction with TheDream.US Virtual National Orientation. These students are part
Brooklyn College Launches Transformative Mentoring Initiative with Support from The Tow Foundation
A multifaceted range of programs will enhance mentorship opportunities for students and faculty making it central to the Brooklyn College educational experience.
Contact the Immigrant Student Success Office
117 Roosevelt Hall
E: ISSO@brooklyn.cuny.edu
P: 718.951.5023