INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Let us be the first to say, welcome to Minnesota! We're so happy you're here, and we want to do everything we can to make your transition to Minnesota as easy as it can be. We're here to help you!


DO YOU NEED ANY OF THE FOLLOWING?

• ​A ride from the airport when you arrive
• A place to stay
• Furniture for your new home
• English classes
• Meet Americans and other international students
• Fun events and activities
• Community​

IF YOU ANSWERED YES, PLEASE CONTACT US!

EMAIL US

CALL US

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RESOURCES

Arriving in a new country is overwhelming. There is a lot to learn, and it is natural for you to have many questions. We're here to provide you with some help and answers.

Organizations

• Chi Alpha International
• CSSA – Chinese Students and Scholars Association 
• COM – China Outreach Ministries 
• CXI – Connexions International 
• CAAM – Chinese American Association of Minnesota
• Chinese Social Service Center
• China Center 
• Chinese Heritage Foundation 

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Visa Information
Please visit the International Student Services office's website
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Chinese Consulate-General in Chicago
The Chinese Consulate in Chicago, Illinois is responsible for the state of Minnesota. View its website or contact the consulate for any information you may need. 
Visa Office: 1 East Erie Street, Suite 500, Chicago, IL 60611
Tel: (312) 573-3070
Website: Consulate in Chicago Website
Email: chinaconsul_chi_us@mfa.gov.cn
Hours: Mon-Fri 9a.m.-Noon.; 1p.m-2:30 p.m.
Responsible for: Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Wisconsin


​Asian Grocery Stores
United Noodles Asian Supermarket
2015 East 24th Street, Minneapolis
(612) 721-6677
www.unitednoodles.com

Shanghai Wholesale
451 Industrial Blvd.NE E
Minneapolis, MN 55413
(612) 884-8880

Asian Foods
1300 L'Orient Street
St. Paul
(651) 558-2400

Shanghai Market
(down the street from Commonwealth Terrace Cooperative -CTC)
1546 Como Ave
St. Paul,MN
(651) 646-6181