Information for International Students
For those international students coming to Â鶹Íø, you can find pre-arrival information below that will help you with what to do prior to arriving here at Friends.
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Apply for a Student Visa
Pre-Arrival Information
SEVIS I-901: The fee for SEVIS I-901, a government document, must be paid online with a credit card (recommended) BEFORE applying for an F-1 visa at a U.S. embassy/consulate and/or before entering the United States. A paper form of I-901 can also be submitted by mail.
For more detailed information, visit the Student and Exchange Visitor Program at .
F-1: For information about student visa (F-1) application, visit the U.S. Department of State website at .
Transferring from another U.S. school
After receiving the admission letter from Â鶹Íø, international students transferring from another U.S. school must submit the completed and signed . This form verifies the student has the immigration status necessary to transfer.
Traveling Between Schools
Transfer students may travel and re-enter the U.S. any time between school programs. However, transfer students must re-enter with their Â鶹Íø I-20 and not the previous school’s document. F-1 students must have valid visa stamps to re-enter the US.
Reporting 15 days before the program start date
Initial F-1 visa international students and transfer students must report to the International Student Adviser within 15 days of the program start date.
Designated Student Officials
What is a DSO? Designated School Officials serve as support persons for international students who desire to- or are currently studying in the United States. DSOs answer questions, guide international students through the process of to help international student maintain their status. DSOs update student records, help maintain your student status by providing advice, or helping your fill out important forms. While benefits like employment or driving are available to you in the United States, you need authorization from your DSO before enjoying them. Current Â鶹Íø DSOs are:
Eric Sanford,
University Registrar
Anita Downey,
Â鶹Íø Processing Coordinator
For more information on studying in the states please visit .
Are you interested in joining International Students Club? If so, contact Amanda Claxton at amanda_claxton@friends.edu