The College

International Student Advising

International Student Advising at Brown partners with self-identified international undergraduates in shaping their academic and personal journeys. Through holistic advising, we foster reflection, dialogue, and discovery while providing academic guidance and financial support that build resilience, sustainable practices, and intentional growth from arrival through graduation.

 Our dedicated team brings rich experience in academic advising, financial guidance, and international student programming. We specialize in navigating the intersection of global perspectives and U.S. academic life, offering nuanced guidance that responds to each student’s unique context while supporting their intellectual and personal goals. In all of our work, we honor the diverse experiences international students contribute to the Brown community and help them integrate those perspectives into their growth at Brown and beyond. As part of this commitment, we host a robust calendar of info sessions, workshops and cohort meetings, ranging from academic planning, concentration exploration to financial literacy. The full programming calendar is available here.

While the International Student Advising team in the College, the Office of International Student and Scholar Services (OISSS), and the Global Brown Center for International Students (GBC) are all committed to supporting international students, our roles are complementary. OISSS is the primary resource for visa and immigration advising, the International Student Advising team focuses on academic and financial wellness, and GBC offers community-building and cultural programming to foster a sense of belonging. Together, we form a network of support that addresses the full spectrum of international students’ experiences at Brown. 

 

Partnering with International Students Across Three Dimensions

We see our work as a dialogue, grounded in partnership and shared reflection. Each student brings their own experiences, perspectives, and goals, and our role is to help them reflect, plan, and grow. You are the expert on yourself -  your worldviews, values, and aspirations - while we bring expertise in academic policies, learning strategies, and financial wellness. Through this collaborative exchange, we partner with international students across three interconnected dimensions to foster resilience, sustainability, and intentional growth:

Our Staff

  • Emily

    Emily Collins Garcia

    International Student Academic Advisor
    Areas of Expertise Academic Coaching, Financial Advising, International Student Advising Programs and Support
  • Photograph of Anastasia Dementieva

    Anastasia Dementieva

    International Student Program Manager
    Areas of Expertise Financial Advising, International Student Advising Programs and Support
  • Chia-Ying Pan

    Chia-Ying Pan

    The Panetha Theodosia Nychis Ott Associate Dean of the College for International Students
    Areas of Expertise Curricular Practical Training (International Students), Degree Completion, Financial Advising, Home Country Study Away, International Student Advising Programs and Support, Professional Track Double Concentrating, Transfer Credit for International Undergraduates (F-1 only), Academic Coaching, Committee on Academic Standing, Leavetaking

Partner with Our Team to Shape Your Path at Brown

If you have questions or would like to meet with a member of our team, please email us at internationaladvising@brown.edu or sign up for an advising appointment here
Additional details, resources, and upcoming workshop information are available on our Google Site, accessible to current members of the Brown community.
 

Ways to Stay Engaged

Our digital platforms keep students informed and connected:

Note: Some of the links above connect to resources available only to current Brown community members. If you’re considering Brown, you can explore the Undergraduate Admission page to learn more. Parents and families can find helpful resources at Families at Brown.