International Office
Duke University School of Medicine School of Nursing Health System International House
Mission
The Duke International Office serves as a nexus for monitoring and shaping legislation, regulations, and policies at the federal, state and local levels that affect international educational exchange, and for interpreting and applying those directives and controls in the Duke environment in support of the teaching, research, patient care, and community service goals of the university, medical center, health system and affiliated institutions.
Duties And Responsibilities
In consultation with faculty, administration, and the Office of University Counsel, we determine the visa and employment options for international students, scholars, visitors, and employees which will permit the greatest benefit and flexibility to Duke and to the individual. We work with federal and state government agencies, international organizations, U.S. and foreign consular posts, and public and private entities to obtain appropriate visa documentation for admission to the U.S., authorization for employment, and maintenance of legal status for our international population.

In consultation with administration and the Office of Government Relations, we work with elected and appointed government officials, with public and private groups, and with colleagues at other institutions to promote and encourage laws and policies that recognize and affirm the benefits of international exchange, and to inform and advise government officials when proposed legislation or regulations may have negative effects.

As part of Duke's broad international character, we provide information and assistance to other Duke offices in furtherance of university and medical center international objectives.