International Team

Designated School Officials and International Student Support

Our Lady of the Lake University’s Designated School Officials, also known as DSOs, support international students throughout every stage of their educational journey in the United States. From the admissions process through graduation, the OLLU international team helps students understand immigration requirements, maintain F-1 student status, complete required documentation and connect with campus resources that support academic and personal success.

OLLU welcomes students from around the world and is proud to provide a supportive learning environment in San Antonio, Texas. International students at OLLU benefit from small class sizes, personalized attention from faculty and staff, leadership opportunities, community engagement and a campus culture focused on service and academic excellence.

Designated School Officials serve as official liaisons between international students, OLLU and the U.S. government. The team manages student records through the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System, commonly known as SEVIS, and assists students with immigration documentation including Form I-20 for F-1 student visas.

The international student services team helps students navigate important academic and immigration-related processes while supporting their transition to life and education in the United States. Whether students are applying to OLLU for the first time, transferring from another institution or preparing for graduation, the international team is available to guide them through each step.

Support for International Students at OLLU

OLLU’s international admissions and student services team provides guidance and support for:

• International admissions and application questions
• F-1 student visa guidance and requirements
• Form I-20 issuance and updates
• SEVIS record maintenance and compliance
• Travel signatures and travel documentation
• Full-time enrollment requirements
• Curricular Practical Training, also known as CPT
• Optional Practical Training, also known as OPT
• Program extensions and school transfers
• Changes to academic programs or degree plans
• Maintaining lawful immigration status
• Graduation and post-completion guidance
• General support for studying in the United States

Students are encouraged to contact the international team early whenever they have questions about immigration requirements, travel, enrollment changes, academic concerns or life as an international student at OLLU. The university is committed to helping students succeed academically while also ensuring they understand and maintain compliance with federal immigration regulations.

Located in San Antonio, one of the largest and most culturally diverse cities in Texas, OLLU provides international students with opportunities to experience American culture while studying in a welcoming and supportive environment. Students can participate in campus organizations, leadership programs, volunteer opportunities and community events while building connections with classmates and faculty from many backgrounds.

International students at OLLU become part of a close-knit university community where faculty and staff are invested in student success. The university’s mission-centered approach combines academic excellence, leadership development and service to others, helping students prepare for successful careers and meaningful lives after graduation.

Study in San Antonio at OLLU

San Antonio is one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas and offers international students a unique combination of cultural diversity, professional opportunities and a welcoming community. OLLU students have access to internships, service-learning experiences and networking opportunities throughout the city while studying at a private Catholic university known for personalized support and student-centered education.

International students who study at OLLU join a university community that values leadership, academic achievement, social responsibility and service to others. The university’s faculty and staff are committed to helping students succeed both inside and outside the classroom while preparing them for careers and graduate education opportunities in the United States and around the world.

If you are interested in studying in the United States as an international student, the OLLU international team is ready to help guide you through the admissions and immigration process and answer questions about becoming part of the OLLU community.