About International Office
Galgotias University’s vision is to rapidly evolve into a centre of international learning excellence that provides a high-quality, globally-oriented educational experience to students. As part of this endeavor, a full- fledged international office has been set up at the university.
The International Office will make GU a “home away from home” by taking care of the special needs of international students and visiting faculty so they feel welcome here and enjoy their experience at GU and in India. This office acts as a liaison between international student community/professors and the different Schools and Departments at GU. It also serves as the nodal point for information and assistance to all International students and visitors.
The objectives of the International Office at GU are to
- Encourage and welcome international students to study at GU
- Initiate and maintain cooperation with international institutions
- Invite eminent faculty from abroad
- Promote faculty and student exchange
- Initiate joint academic and research programs
- Provide support to international students in all matters including immigration formalities
Services offered to International Students
- Admission formalities and registration for new students
- Arranging for pickup of international students and visitors from the airport on arrival
- Assisting with accommodation for international students
- Welcome and orientation program for new students
- Help with visa extensions and registration
- Counseling services for problems related to personal, professional or cultural issues
- Facilitation of English as a Second Language (ESL) Program for students from non-English speaking countries
- Providing international students, a platform to display their talents and the culture of their country through the International Students Club