International Students
Essential Sites for Current International and Exchange Students
- WISP: (Whitewater International Student Portal) is where international/exchange students submit/report required immigration compliance materials and request approval for various immigration benefits.
- Canvas: has valuable instructions, updates, and information for international / exchange students and scholars. Log in with UWW NetID and password.
- WINS: UW–Whitewater portal for academic, directory, and billing purposes
Social Media about International and Exchange Student Services
- Instagram: Follow UW-Whitewater ISSS on Instagram for updates about campus life, staff, and connect with UW-Whitewater!
- Facebook: Follow UWW ISSS on Facebook for photos, news, and updates on the UW-Whitewater campus!
Campus Life
- Housing and Dining: UW–Whitewater offers several housing and dining options.
- Hawkcard: The HawkCard is an essential form of identification for students when they arrive on campus and throughout their study at UW-Whitewater. International and Exchange Students will receive an email with instructions before as part of preparation to study at UW–Whitewater so that the card is ready when they arrive.
- Banking: For students looking to open a US bank account, the following bank is located on campus in the University Center on campus: UW Credit Union
- Paying University Bill: The cashier’s office is very helpful in explaining your bill and processing payments. For specific information on international payments review Flywire.
- Employment: International and Exchange students are typically allowed to work up to 20 hours per week while classes are in session. You can find on-campus jobs on Handshake. Off-campus employment is typically a violation of immigration regulations unless it meets specific regulatory requirements. An example may be an approved credit-bearing internship in the student’s major field of study.
- Clubs and Organizations: To find out more about UW-Whitewater’s club and organizations and how you can get involved.
- Health and Wellness: UW–Whitewater International and Exchange students have access to University Health and Counseling which serves as a clinic available through student fees.
- Career Guidance: For guidance on career opportunities, resume, interviewing, and job preparation students can use Career Services.
- Center for Students with Disabilities provides support, accommodation, and guidance for students with both seen and unseen disabilities to support student success.
- Tutorial Services provides tutoring for many courses along with study skills, time management, supplemental instruction, and other education support for free to UW–Whitewater students.
The Whitewater Community
- UW-Whitewater is located in Whitewater, Wisconsin. Outside of the campus, the community of Whitewater has many fun services and activities to offer. Discover Whitewater
- Community Space: This space is open to all and shares food, clothing, and other resources with community members. It is also a space to hang out and engage with the Whitewater community.
- Food/Drink: Many local businesses provide unique offerings for food and drink; Sweet Spot Café, Cat Café, TeaLux (Boba Tea), Fanatico, La Piazza, and more! Whitewater also has a Movie Theater that shows popular movies. Whitewater Chamber
- Activities: Whitewater is surrounded by many hiking trails and nature sceneries such as the Ice Age trail.
Transportation and Travel
- Warhawk Shuttle: A great option for free transportation to /from Janesville, WI, while classes are in session. From Janesville, you students take the bus to Chicago Airports and train stations among other places.
- Bike Share Program: ISSS partners with the UW–Whitewater Sustainability Department to provide bikes to students during the warm seasons!
- Busses:
- Ride Share services include:
Health Insurance and Tax Information
- UW–System requires all international and exchange students to have affordable care act compliant health insurance. UW–Whitewater enrolls international and exchange students in the policy each semester and the fees are on the student’s bill. Information about the UW – System health insurance policy can be found at Gallagher Student.
- International and Exchange students are required to submit tax materials for the period they study in the United States:
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- VITA: UW–Whitewater’s accounting department offers a free service that assists in tax preparation called VITA
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- Sprintax is an online software service that helps non-residents file taxes.
Applying to study at UW - Whitewater
If you are interested in studying at UW Whitewater, we encourage you to visit the international admissions website and contact our international admissions officer at: intladmission@uww.edu.