Can I stay in the US and participate in remote study? Based on the recent guidance from the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) for the fall 2020 semester, students who will study remotely cannot remain inside the US for the semester. I am an incoming student who has transferred my
Information on Leaves of Absence
I have been approved by my school for a leave of absence. What will happen to my I-20 and my SEVIS record? Students who have been approved for a leave of absence will not be able to maintain an active SEVIS record, unless the leave is based on a medical reason. In the case of personal or military
Information for New Students
We know that there are a lot of stressful barriers to new students' arrival this fall, such as limited visa appointments, limited flights, and entry bans. We hope to answer your questions below. If I cannot get a visa appointment prior to the start of the semester, can I take classes online from
Guidance on the “Travel Ban”
SEPTEMBER 25, 2017 The Office of International Programs provided the following information regarding the Presidential Proclamation dated September 24, 2017 pursuant to Section 2(e) of Executive Order 13780. The situation remains fluid, and we await guidance on the waivers noted in the