Immigration Documents
Where can you find the travel signature on your I-20 and how long is the signature valid for?
On page 2 of I-20 and valid for 1 year from the date that it's signed.
How many units per semester minimum do you need to enroll into to maintain status?
Graduates: 9 units
True or False:
You need ISSS authorization before you can start an on-campus job
FALSE. You can start working on-campus at any time. You may need to contact our office for a SSN support letter if you do not have an SSN already
No. You can only enroll into 1 online course per 12 units in a semester
As an international student do you need to purchase the health insurance plan?
Yes! You will need to re-purchase each semester
Where can you find your program dates on your I-20?
Who should I talk to about any academic questions?
Contact your major department's academic advisor
Are international students eligible for a Social Security Number (SSN)?
Yes, if you have a job offer.
If you do not enroll full time (12 units) it's ok. You can more classes the next semester.
No each semester you will need to enroll full time (12 units undergraduates). Unless you have an approved reduced course load
What are the ways to contact ISSS?
Email, Schedule a Zoom appointment, Walk-In advising, Front Desk Q&A, Phone
Online from the I-94 CBP website.
*Recommended to carry a copy with you just in case
Can you take as many online courses are you want?
No, you can only enroll into 1 online course per 12 units
How long do you have to study before you are eligible for Curricular Practical Training (CPT)?
1 academic year (2 semesters)
True or False:
You can always get work authorization from ISSS after you have already started working off campus.
FALSE. This would be considered unauthorized employment and can lead to visa termination.
Do you need to fill out taxes every year?
Yes, if you did not work you will need to file a form
True or False.
You can file to extend your program end date if you need more time to complete your degree?
TRUE. However you do need to file for the program extension BEFORE your program end date
Are there exceptions to the full time enrollment requirement?
Yes you can apply for a Reduced Course Load due to Academic or Medical Reasons and Final Semester
How many hours can you work each week while school is in session?
True or False:
Since recreational marijuana is legal in California, it's totally fine for you to smoke as much as you want
FALSE. Marijuana is still illegal under federal law
You receive a phone call from USCIS saying that they need your passport information, what do you do?
Hang up because it is a scam!
How many days and where do you have to report a change in address?
You need to report a change in address within 10 days in your MySJSU portal.
Are you able to take some courses at a Community College?
Yes! But you must be enrolled in at least 6 units at SJSU and also submit the Concurrent Enrollment eForm
True or False:
You need a CPT authorization in order to do unpaid work off campus
TRUE. Even with unpaid work you will need CPT authorization from ISSS or will be considered unauthorized employment.
What is the legal drinking age in the U.S?
21 years old
When is the New Student Immigration Check In due?
August 21st!!