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Tune in Aug. 16 for News and Updates from SEVP
The Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) will host the Summer 2018 SEVP InFocus Webinar on Aug. 16, 2018, from 2 to 3 p.m. EDT.During the webinar, SEVP representatives will share the latest program news and updates affecting SEVP-certified schools and international students. Tune in to…
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DSO submits Form I-17 update on a locked petition
Questions from DSOs: How Do I Submit a Form I-17 Update on a Locked Petition?
Regulations require Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP)-certified institutions to report any changes to the Form I-17, “Petition for Approval of School for Attendance by Nonimmigrant Student,” or the program of study listed on the form within 21 days of the change. Failure to do…
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Learn About International Student Trends with Mapping SEVIS by the Numbers
Approximately one-third of international students in the United States in June 2018 were pursuing bachelor’s degrees, according to the latest data in the Mapping SEVIS by the Numbers tool on Study in the States.The tool was recently updated with June 2018 data from the Student and Exchange…
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Student reports qualifying position as OPT employment
Reporting Volunteer Positions During OPT Employment
A volunteer position that is not directly related to an F-1 student’s course of study does not qualify as optional practical training (OPT) and must not be listed as OPT employment on a student’s Student and Exchange Visitor Information System record.If you report a non-qualifying…
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