1. F-1 Status Rights and Responsibilities
New International Student Orientation Spring 2018
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2. Registration Forms
Required to update SEVIS
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3. Important Documents Passport
I-20 Form (Certificate of Eligibility for Non Immigrant Student)
Visa
I-94 Form (Arrival/ Departure Record)
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4. Check In Thursday, Friday or Next week
Need updated I-20 marked with “Continued attendance”
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5. Passport
Expiration Date
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6. I-20 Form
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7. Visa
Expiration Date
# of Entries to the U.S.
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8. Status
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10. U.S. State Department 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.
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11. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
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12. SEVIS 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-20s are generated from SEVIS
Schools have Designated School Officials (DSO) that are required to update specific information within certain deadlines
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13. Visa vs. Status
A Visa is eligibility stamp that students can take to apply to enter the U.S.
Once admitted, students are given their “status”
Status determines length of lawful stay in U.S. not visa
F-1 Students are given until “D/S” to stay in the U.S. as indicated on the I-94 Form
D/S means “Duration of Status”
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.
Authorized Early Withdrawal – 15 days
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14. Beware of Scams Targeting Students
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
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15. Maintaining F-1 status
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16. Maintaining F-1 status 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
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17. Full Time Course Load
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:
Documented Medical Condition
Last Semester of Studies
Initial Academic Adjustment Difficulty
Must get DSO permission before you drop below 12 units
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18. What if I violate the rules of my status?
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.
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19. What if I violate the rules of my status?
apply for Reinstatement to the USCIS to regain your status OR
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.
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20. Employment On-Campus Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
Economic Hardship
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21. 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
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22. 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
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23. 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
Business Entrepreneurship
Marketing
Early Childhood Education
Viticulture
Must enroll in Work Experience Course
Authorized by DSO, not USCIS
Part time CPT only
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24. 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
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25. Travel and Re-entry
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
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26. Completing your Program/ Transferring
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
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27. F-2 Dependents
F-2 spouses and children dependents are allowed to study part-time in any recreational, or avocational course of study.
New rule effective May 29, 2015 allowed F-2 dependents part-time academic study
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28. International Student Agreement
If I am admitted as a student at Las Positas College:
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”
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29. International Student Agreement
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
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30. International Student Agreement
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
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31. International Student Agreement
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 and 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.
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32. The End
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33. Quiz?!!
Pre-Test
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34. Short Quiz What important Immigration Service rule is associated with…
10 days?
15 days?
60 days?
3 years?
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35. Short Quiz - Answers 10 days? 15 days? 60 days? 3 years?
Change of address reported to ISP
15 days?
Time to leave U.S. after Authorized Early Withdrawal
60 days?
Grace period after complete program
3 years?
Validity of I-20
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36. 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.
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37. 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.
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38. 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)
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39. 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)
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40. 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”
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41. 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”
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42. 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.
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43. 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
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44. 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.
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45. 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.
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46. 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
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47. 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
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48. 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
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49. 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
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50. 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
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51. 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
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52. Question 9
True / False An international student may enroll less than full-time in their final term of study.
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53. Question 9 Answer
True / False An international student may enroll less than full-time in their final term of study.
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54. Question 10
True / False You must have approval from an advisor in the ISP before you may enroll less than full time.
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55. Question 10 Answer
True / False You must have approval from an advisor in the ISP before you may enroll less than full time.
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56. 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.
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57. 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.
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58. 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
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59. 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
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60. 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
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61. 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
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62. Question 14
True / False An F-1 International student can work off-campus without applying for work authorization.
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63. Question 14 Answer
True / False An F-1 International student can work off-campus without applying for work authorization.
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64. 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
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65. 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
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66. 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.
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67. 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.
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68. Question 17
True / False An international student may work on campus up to 40 hours per week while school is in session.
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69. Question 17 Answer
True / False An international student may work on campus up to 40 hours per week while school is in session.
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70. 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
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71. 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
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72. 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.
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73. 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.
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74. 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
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75. 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
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76. I-20 (Certificate of Eligibility)
Major
Completion Date
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77. Old I-94
Status
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