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IMMIGRATION ISSUES

This section includes any information about immigration, SEVIS, and BCIS regulations. It will be updated as new information is released to our International Student Advisor. Questions can be directed to our email address. We also have an immigration lawyer available for questions that are not related to obtaining a student visa. Please look at the following important information:

  • What is the SEVIS FEE? ( Link to page you can download and print )
  • New SEVIS Fee Requirements ( Link to page )
  • How to complete the I-901 form and pay the SEVIS fee ( Link to page )
  • Frequently Asked Questions about SEVIS and the I-901 form. Pay particular attention to Question 4A and 8A. (Link to page)
  • Prospective students and exchange visitors who are not in the United States and who do not have web access mayhave problems getting the form. You can print the form from the PDF or order pre-printed copies through the Eastern Forms Center at fax number 1-800-870-3676. Click here for a PDF copy of the I-901 Form.
  • Preparing For Your F-1 Visa Interview ( Link to page )