SEVP Form Series: Understanding the Form I-20
July 22, 2025
The Form I-20, “Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status,” is a critical document for both nonimmigrant students who obtain an F or…
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The school year is winding down for institutions across the United States with a traditional academic calendar. The end of the year can lead to a lot of changes for your international students, such as graduation, school transfers or a change of student status. As a designated school official (DSO…
As a designated school official (DSO), you are responsible for helping your F and M students maintain their nonimmigrant status while studying in the United States. This includes updating and maintaining their student records in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS). To…
According to the new Study in the States Mapping SEVIS by the Numbers, there are more than 21,000 Mexican F and M students studying in the United States. Mexico is also one of the top ten countries that sends students to study in the United States, according to the latest quarterly SEVIS by the…
As a former principal designated school official (PDSO), Jenifer Jaques brings an insider’s prospective to her role as a Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) field representative. Her academic background and experience has helped schools better understand SEVP and comply with the…