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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When you first arrive in the United States to start your journey as an F or M student, there are many exciting things to learn. While every school and experience is different, there are opportunities and resources that all students can expect:Designated school official (DSO): Your DSO is a valuable…
This winter is an exciting time in the sports world. Super Bowl Sunday, where the top two U.S. football teams in the National Football League play for a title, took place a few weeks ago. The Sochi Olympics are underway and athletes from around the world are coming together to compete in events…
If your school is interested in enrolling students from other countries, it must first petition for SEVP certification using the Form I-17, “Petition for Approval of School for Attendance by Nonimmigrant Student.” Only schools that are certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor…
As the winter Olympics kick off in Sochi, Russia, athletes from around the world strive to bring home a gold medal for their country. Just as athletes have an important responsibility to represent their countries at the Olympic Games, designated school officials (DSOs) and principal designated…