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Guidance & Support

Throughout Northeastern, you’ll find departments, services, faculty, and students who are dedicated to helping you transition smoothly into the Northeastern community.

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Adjust to living and learning in the U.S. with help from the Office of Global Services (OGS). OGS offers a range of support specifically for international students so you can feel safe, confident, and at home.

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Access a variety of services and resources, including tutoring, workshops, and classes, to help you thrive at Northeastern and beyond.

On-campus resources

International Tutoring Center
Receive comprehensive English-language and academic support through one-on-one and group sessions with professional tutors.

Workshops
Polish your resumé, improve your English skills, transition to learning and living in the U.S., and more through Global Student Success workshops.

Global Student Mentor Program
Connect with a current student for support as you adjust to college life, find and access resources, develop study skills, and more.

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One of the biggest things I struggled with was transitioning from one country to a new one. And I have gotten guidance and support each step of the way. There's a huge sense of community and collaboration here. I have learned to be more confident in speaking up, working with other team members, learning newer perspectives, and organizing events. I've had a lot of personal growth.”

—Diyali Goswami, MS in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Portland campus

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