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DSOs: find out what to do with your accepted students.
DSO Checklist for Accepted Students
Designated schools officials (DSO) have responsibilities to their F and/or M students, their school and the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP). As a DSO, you must take certain steps to help students maintain nonimmigrant status. Do you know what to do?After your students receive acceptance…
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Conference Circuit: Stakeholder Questions—What is evidence of financial support?
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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Extension of Deadline for Commenting on Policy Draft Guidance
The Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) has extended the feedback period for public comment on the following draft guidance until November 16, 2013:Annual VacationTemporary AbsenceTimely FilingThis extension reflects a new SEVP policy to allow public comment on draft guidance for a period…
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Online Training for Designated School Officials
Whether it is your first year as a designated school official (DSO) or you have worked with F and/or M students for several years, familiarizing yourself with the rules and regulations surrounding your role is important. The Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) offers a free, self-paced…
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