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Say "thank you" to your DSO and go to them when you need help.
Thank a Designated School Official
Your designated school official (DSO) is a vital resource during your time in the United States. A DSO can answer questions, advise you on selecting courses and help you maintain your status. Your DSO is also a great source of information about your school’s policies and procedures. This…
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Learn about the difference between certification and accreditation.
Conference Circuit: Stakeholder Questions—Do You Know the Difference Between Accreditation and Certification?
Conference Circuit: Stakeholder Questions is a blog series on Study in the States that answers questions that stakeholders ask at conferences. Representatives from the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) frequently attend and participate in international education conferences in person and…
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Learn the rules to become an entrepreneur and maintain your status.
November is National Entrepreneurship Month
President Barack Obama declared November to be National Entrepreneurship Month. Throughout November, the United States celebrates America’s innovators, supports small businesses and encourages entrepreneurs to make their ideas a reality. The U.S. Department of State’s Global…
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The Department of Homeland Security observed the 14th annual International Education Week
DHS and International Education: A Year in Review
Last week, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) joined our many partners across government, academia, and the private sector in observing the 14th annual International Education Week to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide.DHS plays an important role in…
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