F-1 Status Rights and Responsibilities New International Student

F-1 Status Rights and Responsibilities New International Student Orientation Spring 2018 3/19/2018 1

Registration Forms n Required to update SEVIS 3/19/2018 2

Important Documents n n Passport I-20 Form (Certificate of Eligibility for Non Immigrant Student) Visa I-94 Form (Arrival/ Departure Record) 3/19/2018 3

Check In n n Thursday, Friday or Next week Need updated I-20 marked with “Continued attendance” 3/19/2018 4

Passport 3/19/2018 5

I-20 Form 3/19/2018 6

Visa 3/19/2018 7

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U. S. State Department n n n U. S. Embassies and Consulates worldwide Issues Visas in passports of a given length, and a certain number of entries to apply to enter the U. S. No U. S. Consulates within the U. S. Impossible to renew your visa in the U. S. 3/19/2018 10

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) DHS CBP Customs and Border Protection 3/19/2018 ICE Immigration and Customs Enforcement USCIS U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Services 11

SEVIS n n n Stands for “Student and Exchange Visitor Information System” U. S. Government tracking system for students and scholars You have already paid $200 for this “service” - I-901 Fee Monitored by SEVP (part of ICE) All I-20 s are generated from SEVIS Schools have Designated School Officials (DSO) that are required to update specific information within certain deadlines 3/19/2018 12

Visa vs. Status A Visa is eligibility stamp that students can take to apply to enter the U. S. n Once admitted, students are given their “status” n Status determines length of lawful stay in U. S. not visa n F-1 Students are given until “D/S” to stay in the U. S. as indicated on the I-94 Form n D/S means “Duration of Status” n You are allowed to remain in the U. S. until you complete your program(s) (including OPT) plus an additional 60 day “grace period” to depart the U. S. n Authorized Early Withdrawal – 15 days 3/19/2018 13 n

Beware of Scams Targeting Students n n n I-901 (SEVIS) Fee $200 SEVP does not call students to collect fee Do NOT give any personal, financial information Hang up, report to police immediately Report to ISP Office Ask questions at ISP Office 3/19/2018 14

Maintaining F-1 status 3/19/2018 15

Maintaining F-1 status n n n Have a valid passport at all times Have an unexpired I-20 Form Report a change of address to the ISP Office within 10 days of your move Do NOT work off campus without authorization Be enrolled full-time Attend classes 3/19/2018 16

Full Time Course Load n n n Must be enrolled in 12 units or more in Fall and Spring semesters Summer term is optional Withdrawals (W) are not recognized “F”s are recognized May only take 1 class or up to 3 units of “on-line” courses as part of 12 units Exceptions to Full Time Requirement: • • • n Documented Medical Condition Last Semester of Studies Initial Academic Adjustment Difficulty Must get DSO permission before you drop below 12 units 3/19/2018 17

What if I violate the rules of my status? n n n DSOs are required to update SEVIS based on your program status. If certain dates pass for example without required updates, SEVIS will automatically terminate your record SEVIS is monitored by Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP), part of ICE Subject you to deportation and future exclusion to the U. S. 3/19/2018 18

What if I violate the rules of my status? apply for Reinstatement to the USCIS to regain your status OR n Depart the U. S. If you do not apply for Reinstatement, you will be expected to leave the country immediately. You can then apply for an “Initial Attendance” I-20 to return to the U. S. n 3/19/2018 19

Employment On-Campus n Optional Practical Training (OPT) n Curricular Practical Training (CPT) n Economic Hardship n 3/19/2018 20

On – Campus Employment • Students are allowed to work part-time (up to 20 hours/ week) while school is in session. Full time is allowed during Summer or during school breaks • No USCIS approval needed • Best places to look are bookstore, cafeteria, library, and tutorial center • Most jobs for this semester are already taken 3/19/2018 21

Optional Practical Training (OPT) • Must have valid F-1 status for 1 academic year (2 semesters) • Must apply to USCIS for a Employment Authorization Document (EAD) • Job must be directly related to the field you are studying as indicated on your I 20 • Available for 1 year at each educational level • May be taken pre or post completion of studies 3/19/2018 22

Curricular Practical Training (CPT) • Must have valid F-1 status for 1 academic year (2 semesters) • Must be an “integral part of an established curriculum” • Certain majors only at LPC: Administrative Assistant Business Entrepreneurship Marketing Early Childhood Education Viticulture • Must enroll in Work Experience Course • Authorized by DSO, not USCIS 3/19/2018 23 • Part time CPT only

Severe Economic Hardship • Must have valid F-1 status for 1 academic year • Must prove to USCIS that employment is necessary due to severe economic hardship caused by circumstances beyond his or her control and must document the circumstances causing the economic need • Must apply to USCIS for a Employment Authorization Document (EAD) • Can be in any job. Does not have to be related to course of study 3/19/2018 24

Travel and Re-entry n n n If you wish to travel outside the U. S. during your studies, and reenter after a temporary absence of 5 months or less, you will need the following: A valid passport (and valid for 6 months) A valid U. S. visa with more than 1 entry remaining. Exceptions are trips to Mexico and Canada of less than 30 days Your I-20 with a current signature. We recommend you get a travel endorsement each time you travel. Additional Recommended Documentation • Recent Financial Statement • Transcripts or Tuition Receipts • Name and Contact information of DSO 3/19/2018 25

Completing your Program/ Transferring n n n 60 Day Grace Period after you complete your program. Completing – Come to ISP Office to complete a “Termination/ Future Plans Form” Transfer Students need to bring an acceptance letter from next school to ISP office Must start next term, within 5 months SEVIS Record must be released within grace period to maintain status 3/19/2018 26

F-2 Dependents F-2 spouses and children dependents are allowed to study part-time in any recreational, or avocational course of study. n New rule effective May 29, 2015 allowed F-2 dependents parttime academic study n 3/19/2018 27

International Student Agreement If I am admitted as a student at Las Positas College: n n n n I must attend the 3 -day International Student Orientation I must enroll in the 1 unit PSCN 28 course in my first semester If I am admitted without submitting the required score of an English Proficiency Test such as the TOEFL, I understand that I will be admitted to the ESL program and I must enroll in the courses programmed for me by the International Student Counselor I must enroll in, attend and complete (no “W” withdrawals) at least 12 units (full-time) of classes at Las Positas College each Fall and Spring semester (Summer optional) I must not enroll in more than 3 units of distance education (online) course per semester I must have a current Student Educational Plan (SEP) on file and meet with the International Student Counselor once a semester I will maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2. 0 “C” 3/19/2018 28

International Student Agreement n n n I will take an assessment test to demonstrate my proficiency in the use of the English language and will enroll in any classes suggested by the College to improve my English proficiency My beginning math classes will be determined by a placement examination I must pay all tuition and fees each semester within 10 working days according to College regulations I must be covered by an acceptable medical insurance policy and provide the International Student Program office with proof of insurance within 10 workings days of the beginning of the semester I must provide proof of being free from active Tuberculosis (TB) by submitting results of a TB test within 10 working days of the beginning of the semester 3/19/2018 29

International Student Agreement n n n I must limit on campus employment to no more than 20 hours per week while school is in session in accordance with U. S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regulations I may not work off-campus without authorization from the U. S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) I must notify the International Student Program Office of any changes in address within 10 days in accordance with U. S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regulations. The Office will then update my SEVIS record 3/19/2018 30

International Student Agreement n I understand that failure to comply with any of the Las Positas College regulations may result in a hold placed on my student records or dismissal from the College. I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to understand follow the DHS F -1 student regulations. I also understand that if I fail to meet the DHS regulations as they pertain to maintaining my F-1 status visa status, Las Positas College is obligated to notify the U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) branch of DHS via updating my SEVIS record. I understand that this could result in deportation from and future exclusion to the United States. 3/19/2018 31

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Quiz? !! Pre-Test 3/19/2018 33

Short Quiz What important Immigration Service rule is associated with… n 10 days? n 15 days? n 60 days? n 3 years? 3/19/2018 34

Short Quiz - Answers n 10 days? • Change of address reported to ISP n 15 days? • Time to leave U. S. after Authorized Early Withdrawal n 60 days? • Grace period after complete program n 3 years? • Validity of I-20 3/19/2018 35

Question 1 True / False SEVIS stands for “Student and Exchange Visitor Information System” and is the immigration database that tracks all international students in the U. S. 3/19/2018 36

Question 1 Answer True / False SEVIS stands for “Student and Exchange Visitor Information System” and is the immigration database that tracks all international students in the U. S. 3/19/2018 37

Question 2 Which part of the U. S. Department of Homeland Security is responsible for granting benefits such as employment authorizations, changes of status, and reinstatement? a. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) b. United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) c. United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (US ICE) d. Immigration and Naturalization Services (INS) 3/19/2018 38

Question 2 Answer Which part of the U. S. Department of Homeland Security is responsible for granting benefits such as employment authorizations, changes of status, and reinstatement? a. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) b. United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) c. United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (US ICE) d. Immigration and Naturalization Services (INS) 3/19/2018 39

Question 3 What does “D/S” on your admission stamp stand for? a. “doing something” b. “duration of status” c. “dear son” d. “duration of studies” 3/19/2018 40

Question 3 Answer What does “D/S” on your admission stamp stand for? a. “doing something” b. “duration of status” c. “dear son” d. “duration of studies” 3/19/2018 41

Question 4 a. nothing b. apply to the USCIS for a new card immediately c. go to the San Francisco International airport and request a new card d. 3/19/2018 42

Question 4 Answer Wha a. nothing b. apply to the USCIS for a new card immediately c. go to the San Francisco International airport and request a new card d. call your airline and report your card missing 3/19/2018 43

Question 5 What should you do if your student visa has expired? a. Leave the U. S. immediately to apply for a new visa b. Apply to renew my visa at my nearest consulate while I’m in the U. S. c. Nothing until I leave the U. S. in which case if I wish to return as a F-1 student, I will need to renew my visa. d. Complain that my ISP Advisor never told me about this. 3/19/2018 44

Question 5 Answer What should you do if your student visa has expired? a. Leave the U. S. immediately to apply for a new visa b. Apply to renew my visa at my nearest consulate while I’m in the U. S. c. Nothing until I leave the U. S. in which case if I wish to return as a F-1 student, I will need to renew my visa. d. Complain that my ISP Advisor never told me about this. 3/19/2018 45

Question 6 Which school terms require a “full course load” of study at LPC as an international student? a. Fall or Spring b. Fall, Spring and Summer c. Fall and Spring d. Any two of the following: Spring, Fall, Summer 3/19/2018 46

Question 6 Answer Which school terms require a “full course load” of study at LPC as an international student? a. Fall or Spring b. Fall, Spring and Summer c. Fall and Spring d. Any two of the following: Spring, Fall, Summer 3/19/2018 47

Question 7 How many units define a “full course load” of study at LPC for an International student? a. 8 units b. 12 units c. 18 units d. As many as I want 3/19/2018 48

Question 7 Answer How many units define a “full course load” of study at LPC for an International student? a. 8 units b. 12 units c. 18 units d. As many as I want 3/19/2018 49

Question 8 How many units of online courses can I take? a. 1 unit b. 3 or more units as long as I am taking at least 9 units of regular classes c. as many units as I like d. not allowed to take online classes 3/19/2018 50

Question 8 Answer How many units of online courses can I take? a. 1 unit b. 3 or more units as long as I am taking at least 9 units of regular classes c. as many units as I like d. not allowed to take online classes 3/19/2018 51

Question 9 True / False An international student may enroll less than full-time in their final term of study. 3/19/2018 52

Question 9 Answer True / False An international student may enroll less than full-time in their final term of study. 3/19/2018 53

Question 10 True / False You must have approval from an advisor in the ISP before you may enroll less than full time. 3/19/2018 54

Question 10 Answer True / False You must have approval from an advisor in the ISP before you may enroll less than full time. 3/19/2018 55

Question 11 True / False A class that I withdraw from or am withdrawn from by the instructor counts as part of my full course load. 3/19/2018 56

Question 11 Answer True / False A class that I withdraw from or am withdrawn from by the instructor counts as part of my full course load. 3/19/2018 57

Question 12 Before traveling outside of the U. S. , what must a continuing international student do? a. have their I-20 signed by a school Designated School Official b. check to make sure their passport is valid c. check to make sure their U. S. visa is valid d. all of these 3/19/2018 58

Question 12 Answer Before traveling outside of the U. S. , what must a continuing international student do? a. have their I-20 signed by a school Designated School Official b. check to make sure their passport is valid c. check to make sure their U. S. visa is valid d. all of these 3/19/2018 59

Question 13 What is NOT a requirement of the U. S. Department of Homeland Security? a. to keep my I-20 valid at all times b. to not work off campus without permission c. to notify the US ICE of my on campus employer d. to be enrolled full-time 3/19/2018 60

Question 13 Answer What is NOT a requirement of the U. S. Department of Homeland Security? a. to keep my I-20 valid at all times b. to not work off campus without permission c. to notify the US ICE of my on campus employer d. to be enrolled full-time 3/19/2018 61

Question 14 True / False An F-1 International student can work off-campus without applying for work authorization. 3/19/2018 62

Question 14 Answer True / False An F-1 International student can work off-campus without applying for work authorization. 3/19/2018 63

Question 15 What is OPT? a. a verb meaning to choose as an alternative b. Optimal Pouting Tactic c. Optional Practical Training d. Other Program Time 3/19/2018 64

Question 15 Answer What is OPT? a. a verb meaning to choose as an alternative b. Optimal Pouting Tactic c. Optional Practical Training d. Other Program Time 3/19/2018 65

Question 16 True / False Applicants for Post Completion OPT can apply within 90 days of or up to 60 days after their completion of their program of study. 3/19/2018 66

Question 16 Answer True / False Applicants for Post Completion OPT can apply within 90 days of or up to 60 days after their completion of their program of study. 3/19/2018 67

Question 17 True / False An international student may work on campus up to 40 hours per week while school is in session. 3/19/2018 68

Question 17 Answer True / False An international student may work on campus up to 40 hours per week while school is in session. 3/19/2018 69

Question 18 When you change your address, within how many days of moving must you notify the ISP Office? a. within 10 days b. within 30 days c. the day I first pay my rent d. anytime during the semester 3/19/2018 70

Question 18 Answer When you change your address, within how many days of moving must you notify the ISP Office? a. within 10 days b. within 30 days c. the day I first pay my rent d. anytime during the semester 3/19/2018 71

Question 19 To transfer your status to another school, what is NOT required of you to do? a. attend the next session of the new program and start within 5 months of your program end date at LPC. b. come to the ISP Office to complete a “Termination/ Future Plans” form and present an acceptance letter to the ISP Advisors. c. present your Las Positas College graduation certificate or diploma to the ISP Office. d. ensure that your SEVIS record is released from LPC to your new school by completing the required procedures within 60 days of your last day of classes at LPC. 3/19/2018 72

Question 19 Answer To transfer your status to another school, what is NOT required of you to do? a. attend the next session of the new program and start within 5 months of your program end date at LPC. b. come to the ISP Office to complete a “Termination/ Future Plans” form and present an acceptance letter to the ISP Advisors. c. present your Las Positas College graduation certificate or diploma to the ISP Office. d. ensure that your SEVIS record is released from LPC to your new school by completing the required procedures within 60 days of your last day of classes at LPC. 3/19/2018 73

Question 20 How many days can I remain in the U. S. as a “grace period” after completing my program? a. 30 b. 60 c. 90 d. 120 3/19/2018 74

Question 20 Answer How many days can I remain in the U. S. as a “grace period” after completing my program? a. 30 b. 60 c. 90 d. 120 3/19/2018 75

I-20 (Certificate of Eligibility) 3/19/2018 76

Old I-94 3/19/2018 77