Status Maintenance
Name of the electronic government database of F-1 and J-1 student information where I-20s are created and updated
What is SEVIS?
Must be valid at all times
What is a passport?
Permitted to do up to 20 hours per week while classes are in session
What is campus employment?
The minimum number of units an international student must enroll in each quarter
What is 2.4 units?
Name of the office that supports international students on campus
What is the Center for International Programs (CIP)?
Two things you must do to make progress toward your degree
What are Attending Class and Doing homework?
Permission needed on I-20 before departing country if you wish to return
What is a travel signature?
Benefit you are eligible for after completing one full academic year on your I-20
What is off-campus work authorization (OPT/CPT)?
Person (in addition to your academic advisor) who you must talk to if you wish to withdraw from a class
Who is Alayna?
Documents needed for travel
What are passport, visa, and I-20 with travel signature?
When this changes you must notify the CIP within 10 days
What is my address?
Must be valid for entry, but allows you to stay in US even if expired
What is a visa?
Can be authorized if work opportunity earns credit
What is Curricular-Practical Training?
College’s system for faculty and staff to note when students might need support
What is Early Alert system?
The name of the 60-day time frame that you are allowed to stay after graduation
What is the Grace period?
Person responsible for F-1 status
Who is Me?
Electronic travel record tied to your passport
What is an I-94?
Can be authorized if work opportunity is off campus and does not earn credit
Optional Practical Training
Type of major or degree that allows for extended work authorization after graduation
What is a STEM major/degree?
Date on I-20 that can be extended if a request is made before the date has passed.
What is the Program End Date?