I'm a New DSO. What Now?
June 18, 2025
Being nominated as a designated school official (DSO) at a Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP)-certified school is a significant…
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Some F-1 and M-1 students want to bring their families while they study in the United States. As an F-1 or M-1 student, you can bring your dependents (your spouse and/or minor, unmarried child) on an F-2 or M-2 visa, respectively. Many students are bringing their dependents with them each year. For…
Once you receive acceptance to a Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP)-certified school, do you know what to do next?Check out the Study Guide to the States for an overview of the F or M student process. Here are some important next steps:Along with your letter of acceptance, the…
A community college is a two-year school that provides affordable post-secondary education as a pathway to a four-year degree. Programs focus on a variety of subjects, including science, technology, engineering, math, liberal arts, general studies and vocational studies. These types of schools…
Are you interested or involved in the international student process in the United States? Have you ever wondered what a Form I-20, “Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status,” is or why the role of designated school officials (DSOs) is so important? Find answers to…