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.
Transferring Out F-1 Students in SEVIS
July 2018
Defines the steps for transferring out an F-1 student record and clearly delineates what students and DSOs at the current school must do to successfully transfer the record to a new SEVP-certified school.
STEM OPT Reporting Requirements
July 2018
Identifies the different 24-month STEM OPT extension reporting requirements for F-1 students, STEM OPT employers and school officials.
SEVIS Tips for Private K - 12: Important Dates for Student Management
July 2018
Provides SEVIS reporting tips for DSOs at private K-12 schools, outlining important dates and actions for student record management.
SEVIS Tips for Public 9-12 Schools: Important Dates for Student Management
July 2018
Provides SEVIS reporting tips for DSOs at public high schools, outlining important dates and actions for student record management.
Transferring In F-1 Students in SEVIS
July 2018
Defines the steps for transferring in an F-1 student record and clearly delineates what students and DSOs at the new school must do to successfully transfer the record to a new SEVP-certified school.
What is Special Student Relief?
July 2018
Defines Special Student Relief (SSR), including who SSR affects, when SSR applies and how designated school officials can recommend SSR.
M-1 Extension of Stay Process
July 2018
Outlines the steps for the M-1 extension of stay process.
Reporting Events on the Form I-20
June 2018
Outlines what events need to be reported on a student's existing Form I-20.
