Change Education Level in SEVIS: Guidance for DSOs
May 15, 2025
Designated school officials (DSOs) are often called upon to assist F-1 students as they progress from one academic level to another within the same…
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Designated school officials (DSOs) must verify an international student’s financial information before issuing the student a Form I-20, “Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status.”This process includes verifying both the cost and the funding sources of the student…
Online or distance learning courses are classes that do not require regular physical attendance to pass the course and are often presented electronically as opposed to in a traditional classroom setting. This means online and distance learning classes do not require you to participate in-person at…
On Friday, Jan. 13, 2017, the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) released two new interim final guidance documents for public comment:SEVP Policy Guidance S1.2.6: State Licensure Exemption Evidence - Clarifies the evidentiary requirements for schools exempt from state licensure. SEVP…
Once international students arrive in the United States, it is important that they understand the rules and regulations they must follow to maintain their legal status.Directing students to the Study in the States blog and Students section can help them learn more about the international student…