Resource Library

Study in the States offers free downloadable tools and resources to make it easier for international students and school officials to follow the U.S. government rules and regulations that govern the international student process.

All of the free tools and resources are available below. Search for resources by selecting the filters that apply. One or more filters may be selected.

44 Resources

Evitando un formulario I-515A

March 2020
A Spanish-language resource that outlines how students and DSOs can proactively avoid the issuances of Forms I-515A.
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¡Conozca las Reglas!

March 2020
A Spanish-language welcome guide for DSOs to distribute to new international students, outlining Study in the States as a resource to help them follow the rules and maintain their student status.
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SEVP Fees

June 2019
Provides an overview of Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) fees for international students, exchange visitors and SEVP-certified schools.
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Resources & Contacts

February 2019
Provides useful Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) resources and contacts for SEVP stakeholders to use and reference on a daily basis.
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Record Keeping Requirements

October 2018
Provides useful information for DSOs to help them properly maintain F-1 and M-1 student records.
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Get to Know SEVP

October 2018
Provides useful information about the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) mission and SEVP's coordination with government partners.
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Student Record Status for F-1/M-1 Students in SEVIS

August 2018
Defines the different student record statuses for F-1 and M-1 students in SEVIS and outlines when a DSO should apply them to a student's record.
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Form I-17 Cycle Diagram

July 2018
Explains the responsibilities of PDSOs and includes a diagram illustrating the SEVP school certification, recertification and updates processes all surrounding the Form I-17.
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Authorizing a Reduced Course Load

July 2018
Explains three situations when a student may be eligible to drop below a full course of study.
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