1. new international students!
WELCOME
Fall 2012
new international students!

2. Immigration Information
Important information for F-1 International Students

3. Immigration Terms In F-1 Status Out of F-1 Status
DHS: Department of Homeland Security. Has Customs & Border Protection (CBP), Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE), and USCIS
USCIS: US Citizenship & Immigration Services.
SEVIS: Student & Exchange Visitor Information System. A web-based reporting system
Form I-20: certificate of eligibility, allows you to study in the US
F-1 Visa: international student visa, allows a student to enter the US. Cannot be obtained within the United States
I-94: arrival/departure document. Shows your non-immigration classification & length of time you are allowed to stay in the US
By following immigration regulations, you will be keeping your legal status in the US.
In F-1
Status
Not following regulations will result in a violation of your F-1 status
Out of
F-1 Status

4. Requirements Have a valid passport! Go to class! Keep a valid I-20!
- Enroll in and complete at least 12 units each Fall and Spring semester
- Winter and Summer enrollments do not count toward Fall and Spring units
Note student & instructor withdrawals
Maximum of one online class (3 unit max.) will count towards full-time enrollment
Keep a valid I-20!
- Be aware of your I-20’s expiration date
Inform International Center if you are finishing your program early, transferring, etc.
60 day grace period on completion of program
Have a valid passport!
Should be dated at least 6 months into the future
You can renew your passport within the US
We have a list of consulates & embassies available. Check the International Center for more details

5. Requirements Maintain a 2.0 GPA
Keep your address current with the International Center: inform the International Center if you move within 10 days
Maintain your OCC health insurance
Do not engage in any unauthorized work
Inform the International Center of any changes in academic program
Tell the International Center if you plan on transferring to another school or returning home
TOOLS & TIPS:
GPA Calculator:

6. Practical Training & Internship
Benefits
Travel signature on I-20
- Good six months into the future
- Please allow at least 1 week to process
Practical Training & Internship
Meet with Immigration Technician to discuss possible internship. Internships must be a part of your academic program
Optional Practical Training (OPT) is full-time work authorization for up to one year, in a field directly related to your major. Available if you have completed at least 1 year full-time at OCC and are completing your program
- Information sessions offered each semester for OPT
On-Campus Employment
- Eligible after successfully completing 1st semester
- Can work up to 19 hours per week, on campus only
- Get permission from International Center before starting work

7. Concurrent Enrollment
Benefits
Concurrent Enrollment
- Available after completing at least 24 units
Maximum 3 units per semester, with academic reason
English & ESL courses are not available
- Request letter from International Center
Program Extension
- Need a valid reason for extension
- Meet with International Student advisor at least 60 days before I-20 expires
- Get counselor’s letter & submit new financials
Transfer Eligibility
- Contact the International Center if you plan on transferring
- Bring new school’s Acceptance Letter & complete OCC’s Transfer Statement of Understanding
- Note travel during vacation periods

8. International Center Hours:
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Questions?
Be sure to check with the International Center if you have any questions regarding your status, or if you plan on taking immigration related action.
International Center Hours:
M-TH 9:00am – 4:00pm
Fridays 9:00am – 2:00pm
Or 8:00am – 5:00pm by phone
Phone: , Fax:

9. SS & DL

10. BANKING
No Social Security Card needed
Get Student ID
Passport
I-20

11. thank you!