Current International Students
- Make an appointment with your academic advisor to register for classes or discuss your educational goals.
- If you are interested in working after graduation (OPT), you should job search 6 months before graduation and apply 90 days prior to graduation for approval.
- CPT Application
- OPT Application
- On Campus Job Opportunities
- Students are required to email to report ALL changes of status while enrolled at MGA. This includes everything from criminal activity to changes in your registered course credit hours. Undergraduate program students are required to enroll in 9 credit hours of in person classes, while 12 credit hours is required to be considered full-time. Graduate program students are required to enroll in 6 credit hours of in person classes, while 9 credit hours is required to be considered full-time. Online course registration is limited due to this regulation.
- Study in the States - Department of Homeland Security
International/Domestic News
International Student Required Insurance Information
- Participating in campus events is encouraged to engage with the campus community.
Out of State Tuition Scholarship/Waiver Applications
Travel Requirements
- Students are required to email 30 days prior to traveling out of the country to make an appointment to get I-20 Certificate of Eligibility signed before you leave the country.
Meet Our Team
Jessica Arnold
International Student Coordinator/DSO
Joined MGA Staff July 2023
Bachelor’s Degree: GA State University
Major: Public Relations
Dr. Kendra Russell
Provost Fellow for International Education/Study Abroad Director/DSO
Professor/Director of Program Innovation and Evaluation for the Nursing Department
Joined MGA Faculty January 2013
Doctorate Degree: GA State University
Major: Nursing
Allison Garibello
International Recruiter
Joined MGA Staff June 2023
Bachelor’s Degree: University of Georgia
Major: Psychology
Angie O’Neal
Registrar
Joined MGA Staff June 2023
Master’s of Business Administration, Bachelor’s Degree: Weslyan College
Major: Business Administration/ Psychology