There are also a fair number of postdocs who come from abroad. In general MIT is a pretty diverse place with lots of countries and cultures represented. Here we've collected some advice on all sorts of topics we thought international students in particular may be wondering about. Visas Make sure you get the I20 as soon as you decide to come. This whole process takes a while so start early and don't be afraid to email or call a number of times if need be.
Some international students manage to become permanent residents.
Well, Frank, a first-year from Germany, married an American. This isn't the end of the story though. He then had to go to Frankfurt to a high-security American compound where he was grilled to make sure it wasn't a fictitious marriage. The only thing that saved him was that the person asking questions had a lunch break coming up. Otherwise he'd still be there today.