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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The Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) uses guidance when making adjudication decisions. Guidance is SEVP’s interpretation of federal laws and regulations that guide decision-making for adjudicators. To clarify how the guidance process works and to show past and current opportunities…
The process that SEVP uses to decide the outcome for schools petitioning for certification, submitting their recertification package or making updates to the Form I-17, “Petition for Approval of School for Attendance by Nonimmigrant Student.”
While studying in the United States, you can apply for certain benefits. If you want to drive or are authorized to work in the country, you need to apply for a driver’s license or Social Security number (SSN).You need a driver’s license to drive in the United States and it is important…
March 2—8, 2014 is National Severe Weather Preparedness Week when the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the Federal Emergency Management Agency highlight important tips for preparing for severe weather, such as creating a disaster supply kit, and staying informed.If you are…