Overview & Process for incoming International Students Kelly Ludovici – Spring 2014 International Student Advisor International Services Office Kelly Ludovici – Spring 2014 International Student Advisor International Services Office

 Growing international student population at UR!  Over 2,300 students currently enrolled: 20% Simon School  Top Countries: China, India, South Korea, Canada, Taiwan  Student Advising & Support Services  Immigration advising and visa sponsorship for full-time international students  Employment permissions, both during studies and after graduation for most students  Logistical needs & referrals: SSNs, US taxes, DMV, Healthcare, etc.  Cultural adjustment & support with campus/community resources  Co-sponsored programs with Rochester Global Connections (RGC)  Educational resources: ISO Student News, Website, Workshops  Growing international student population at UR!  Over 2,300 students currently enrolled: 20% Simon School  Top Countries: China, India, South Korea, Canada, Taiwan  Student Advising & Support Services  Immigration advising and visa sponsorship for full-time international students  Employment permissions, both during studies and after graduation for most students  Logistical needs & referrals: SSNs, US taxes, DMV, Healthcare, etc.  Cultural adjustment & support with campus/community resources  Co-sponsored programs with Rochester Global Connections (RGC)  Educational resources: ISO Student News, Website, Workshops

New Students … What’s next?  Eligibility for U.S. nonimmigrant student category  Obtain your documentation from ISO: F-1 I-20 or J-1 DS-2019  Important factors for ISO document processing:  Are you currently in F-1 or J-1 status, attending another school?  Are you in the U.S. in another immigration status?  Other things to be thinking about …  Housing arrangements  University Health Service forms  Billing & payment plans  What to bring with you  Travel plans & other visas  Eligibility for U.S. nonimmigrant student category  Obtain your documentation from ISO: F-1 I-20 or J-1 DS-2019  Important factors for ISO document processing:  Are you currently in F-1 or J-1 status, attending another school?  Are you in the U.S. in another immigration status?  Other things to be thinking about …  Housing arrangements  University Health Service forms  Billing & payment plans  What to bring with you  Travel plans & other visas

ISO: Step-by-Step Procedures 1.Request I-20 or DS-2019 document from ISO 2.Review your form(s) for accuracy! 3.Pay the I-901 SEVIS fee online: 4.Apply & interview for the visa at a U.S. Consulate 5.Travel to U.S. & gain admission at Port of Entry 6.Report to ISO for Immigration Check-In 1.Request I-20 or DS-2019 document from ISO 2.Review your form(s) for accuracy! 3.Pay the I-901 SEVIS fee online: 4.Apply & interview for the visa at a U.S. Consulate 5.Travel to U.S. & gain admission at Port of Entry 6.Report to ISO for Immigration Check-In

ISO Form: ‘New Student Request for I-20/DS-2019’  Fillable form & detailed instructions online:  Complete and attach supporting documentation  Copy of passport identification page  Bank documents to show financial support  Current immigration documents  Dependent information  Return to Simon School for academic information  Documents are processed within 2 weeks, once received at ISO  Fillable form & detailed instructions online:  Complete and attach supporting documentation  Copy of passport identification page  Bank documents to show financial support  Current immigration documents  Dependent information  Return to Simon School for academic information  Documents are processed within 2 weeks, once received at ISO

New Student Request Form  Embedded links to instructions  Biographical Information  Name as it appears on passport  Requested Immigration Doc.  F-1 category is recommended  Initial Attendance, for most  Note: Immigration Transfers  Note: Change of Status  Address Information  Physical location only (no P.O. Box)  U.S. address required for transfers  Embedded links to instructions  Biographical Information  Name as it appears on passport  Requested Immigration Doc.  F-1 category is recommended  Initial Attendance, for most  Note: Immigration Transfers  Note: Change of Status  Address Information  Physical location only (no P.O. Box)  U.S. address required for transfers

New Student Request Form  Proof of Financial Support  Required proof for 1 st year of study, based on program & less UR funds  Photocopies/scanned are acceptable  3 months for I-20 (6 mos. for travel)  In English, or with translation  Account holder name, balance, etc.  Letter of support, from sponsor(s)  Dependent Information  Legal spouse & children only  Return to Simon School, not ISO!  Proof of Financial Support  Required proof for 1 st year of study, based on program & less UR funds  Photocopies/scanned are acceptable  3 months for I-20 (6 mos. for travel)  In English, or with translation  Account holder name, balance, etc.  Letter of support, from sponsor(s)  Dependent Information  Legal spouse & children only  Return to Simon School, not ISO!

Review your I-20 for accuracy!  Personal & Academic Information  Full passport name, DOB (mm/dd/yyyy), and citizenship  Major: Business Administration & Management, General (for all)  Start Date: June, August, September, October, January  English proficiency, based on Simon evaluation & requirements  Financial Support: Amount & sources (expenses are standard)  SEVIS ID and School/Program code are needed to pay SEVIS Fee  Problems or Immigration Questions  to:  Please don’t ask about status of your document …  Changes to addresses can wait until you arrive  Personal & Academic Information  Full passport name, DOB (mm/dd/yyyy), and citizenship  Major: Business Administration & Management, General (for all)  Start Date: June, August, September, October, January  English proficiency, based on Simon evaluation & requirements  Financial Support: Amount & sources (expenses are standard)  SEVIS ID and School/Program code are needed to pay SEVIS Fee  Problems or Immigration Questions  to:  Please don’t ask about status of your document …  Changes to addresses can wait until you arrive

Travel & Arrival Information  Visa Application, or other immigration processing  Schedule a personal interview with local U.S. Consulate or Embassy  Pay the SEVIS fee before you schedule/attend your appointment  Nonimmigrant Intent:  Visa Decisions:  SEVIS Immigration Transfers: No SEVIS fee; Visa remains valid  Change of Status by Application: Please contact ISO for appointment  Travel Arrangements & Arrival  May enter U.S. up to 30 days before start date listed  Form I-94:  ISO Check-In Hours: 9:00 – 4:00 pm, M-F Bring your Passport, I-20 or DS-2019, etc.  Visa Application, or other immigration processing  Schedule a personal interview with local U.S. Consulate or Embassy  Pay the SEVIS fee before you schedule/attend your appointment  Nonimmigrant Intent:  Visa Decisions:  SEVIS Immigration Transfers: No SEVIS fee; Visa remains valid  Change of Status by Application: Please contact ISO for appointment  Travel Arrangements & Arrival  May enter U.S. up to 30 days before start date listed  Form I-94:  ISO Check-In Hours: 9:00 – 4:00 pm, M-F Bring your Passport, I-20 or DS-2019, etc.

General Information  International Student Orientation Program (ISOP)  Mandatory attendance for all new international students  Life at UR:  Extensive information to help prepare & find resources in Rochester!  Housing, Healthcare, Drivers licenses, Local shopping, Culture, etc.  Assistance with a U.S. Social Security Number  U.S. Taxes:  Information & UR resources, including access to helpful software  International Student Orientation Program (ISOP)  Mandatory attendance for all new international students  Life at UR:  Extensive information to help prepare & find resources in Rochester!  Housing, Healthcare, Drivers licenses, Local shopping, Culture, etc.  Assistance with a U.S. Social Security Number  U.S. Taxes:  Information & UR resources, including access to helpful software

Employment Overview  Immediate eligibility for On-Campus Employment  Up to 20 hours per week during the academic year; Full-time at breaks  Internships & Curricular Practical Training (CPT)  Eligibility after maintaining valid F-1 status for 1 academic year  Authorized by ISO for off-campus employment integral to degree  Post-Completion: Optional Practical Training (OPT)  Eligibility after maintaining valid F-1 status for 1 academic year  Up to 12 months work permission authorized by application to USCIS  J-1 Permissions: On-Campus & Academic Training  Immediate eligibility for On-Campus Employment  Up to 20 hours per week during the academic year; Full-time at breaks  Internships & Curricular Practical Training (CPT)  Eligibility after maintaining valid F-1 status for 1 academic year  Authorized by ISO for off-campus employment integral to degree  Post-Completion: Optional Practical Training (OPT)  Eligibility after maintaining valid F-1 status for 1 academic year  Up to 12 months work permission authorized by application to USCIS  J-1 Permissions: On-Campus & Academic Training

Thank You! Any Questions?? Any Questions?? The ISO looks forward to welcoming you to the University of Rochester!