Maintaining Legal Student Status
To maintain your legal right to stay in the U.S. as an F-1
student, you must meet the following general requirements:
- Keep your passport and I-94 card valid at all times. If your
I-94 card has an expiration date of "D/S" then this is a valid card
for an F or J participant. Your passport will have a specific
expiration date.
- Register full time as required by your academic program. Not
all programs at U.B. have a summer vacation period. Please check
with your academic advisor to see what your requirements are for
full time study. 12 credits per semester is the minimum for full
time study for undergraduates; however, full time at the graduate
level varies and students must consult their academic department.
Exceptions to full time study must be authorized by an
International Advisor prior to the start of the semester or prior
to dropping courses.
- Keep your I-20 form valid at all times. Be aware that there is
an expiration date on your I-20 form. If your I-20 form is going to
expire and you need extra time to study, you must extend your I-20
form by applying at the International Office prior to the current
expiration date. Your I-20 form must also be correct for the school
you are attending and your academic program.
- Do not accept any employment without specific authorization
from the International Office.
If you have any questions regarding your immigration
responsibilities while you are in the U.S. please contact the
International Office for individual advisement.
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