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Are you an F-1 student who has completed a program of study and is waiting to begin a new program of study? If so, you are in a program gap and will not be able to receive a driver’s license or Social Security number until 30 days before your new program start date – the earliest at…

Most schools in the United States have reached summer break on their calendars. If you are an F-1 or M-1 student, it is important to understand how to maintain your status during the summer. These are important reminders for F-1 students:Talk to your designated school official (DSO) about your…

You have much to remember when you choose a school. The first is that the school you choose to attend must be Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP)-certified. The Study in the States school search page can help you make sure the school in which you are interested is SEVP-certified.As a…

Along with high-quality academics, schools across the United States offer various programs to welcome and help F and M students acclimate to their life in the United States. One example is a program at Colorado State University (CSU) called “Football 101.” As previously mentioned on…