1. F-/J-1 Student Immigration Information International Services Office Alyssa Fox, International Student & Scholar Advisor and Christopher Pedo International Student Adviser

2. Fall 2015 International Student Orientation Welcome, we’re glad you’re here!

3. Old MainPhone: 202-994-4477 1922 F Street, NW E-mail: iso@gwu.edu Suite 205 Washington DC 20052 Who are we? 12 Full-time staff members including 6 advisors and Several student staff assistants ISO Video About the ISO

4. This presentation is meant to be a short synopsis of the ISO online immigration module for F-1 and J-1 students For detailed information on specific regulations please watch our online video, refer to handouts/guidelines on the ISO website and consult with your ISO advisor. IMPORTANT NOTICE

5. What is the ISO? Source for all F-1 & J-1 immigration advising AND… Campus resources & referrals Community information Workshops Business Hours (closed on Weekends & U.S. holidays): Monday – Friday 9:00am-12:00pm and 1:00-4:00pm Walk-in Advising Hours Monday – Thursday 1:30pm – 3:30pm 15 Business Day Processing Time

6. Holds information about F,M and J students Name Address Current enrollment Employment Dependents (spouse or children) SEVIS – What is it???

7. E- Check In Upload immigration documents to student portal at ISOGateway: I-20, visa, passport, I-94 card Update local current address/ current permanent address In person check in at student services fair or the ISO with your passport D/S F-1

8. http://internationalservices.gwu.edu Consists of important immigration information about regulations and benefits Forms and handouts Resources for new and current students Important news and updates ISO Website

9. Keep your documents safe Keep your immigration documents valid! Don’t let them expire Update the ISO when changes to your I-20 or DS- 2019 take place or major life changes Update the ISO within 10 days of the change to your address Maintaining your status

10. Graduate students: 9 credits Undergraduate students: 12 credits Online courses: limit of 3 credits The following authorizations must be approved by the ISO prior to under enrollment: - Reduced Course Load (RCL): academic, medical or final term - Full time certification form (FTC): masters thesis, doctoral dissertation, full time required internships, preparation for comprehensive exam Full time Enrollment Reminder

11. On-campus ▪Limited to 20 hours a week during the semester and for programs that require full time enrollment in the summer ▪Full time during authorized vacation periods ▪J-1 students must have authorization in writing before engaging in on campus employment ▪F-1 students may engage in on campus employment without any written authorization Employment- On campus

12. Many different types of off campus employment: ▪Curricular Practical Training (CPT) ▪Pre-Completion OPT ▪Post Completion OPT ▪STEM Extension ▪International Organization ▪Severe Economic Hardship ▪Academic Training for J-1 students * Please review specific information in the online immigration presentation, see handouts on ISO website and attend employment workshops. Employment- Off campus

13. Must be requested from the ISO- do not need to have specific travel plans Is valid for 1 year while pursuing a degree (and while in status) Make sure you have a valid passport, I-20/DS-2019, travel signature, financial documentation and GW transcript If you receive an I-515A from a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Officer please see the ISO immediately. Only 30 days to resolve the issue Benefits- Travel Signature

14. Options after the completion of a program of study: Apply for post completion OPT Change status Change Degree Level Travel domestically Stay in the US and make preparations to exit before the grace period ends F-1 students: 60 day grace period J-1 students: 30 day grace period Grace Period

15. Connect with the ISO!

16. We’ll divide into 2 teams. On the next slide are 5 categories with 5 clues in each category. One person from the first team raise your hand, say your name, where you’re from and what you’re studying here at GW. Then choose a clue. We’ll read the clue and the 1st person to raise their hand from either team will answer. Then one person from the other team chooses the next clue. Trivia Game

17. Immigration Documents Maintaining your Status F-1/J-1 Benefits EmploymentGW/ISO Trivia 16111621 27121722 38131823 49141924 510152025 GAME FINISHED

18. An official document issued by your home country government that identifies someone as a citizen of that country and is required for overseas travel is called this…. Immigration Documents

19. A Passport

20. This is the only document that is allowed to expire while in the United States. Immigration Documents

21. A Passport F-1/J-1 Visa Stamp

22. It is a certificate of eligibility issued by the university/sponsor to facilitate visa application and entry into the United States Immigration Documents

23. A Passport I/20/DS-2019

24. It was issued by a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer at the port of entry.It indicates the immigration status in which you were admitted & length of time you may remain in the U.S. It is your ONLY evidence of your legal immigration status Immigration Documents

25. A Passport I-94 Visit www.cbp.gov/I94 to access your most recent I-94 each time you re- enter the U.S. during your studies www.cbp.gov/I94

26. If you arrive at the U.S port of entry without all of your required documents, Customs and Border Protection (CBP) may deny your entry into the U.S. As an alternative, the officer has the discretion to issue you this type of form. Immigration Documents

27. A Passport I-515A

28. What is full time enrollment per semester for Undergraduate students? Graduate students? Maintaining Your Status

29. A Passport Undergraduates- 12 credits per semester Graduates- 9 credits per semester

30. This type of authorization requires approval from the ISO prior to dropping below full-time credits. It can be used in certain academic, medical or final term scenarios. Maintaining your Status

31. A Passport Reduced Course Load

32. Name at least 2 grades/type of grades that do not count toward your full-time enrollment. Maintaining your Status

33. A Passport -W-Grade (authorized withdrawal after deadline), -Z-grade (stopped attending), -Audit (attending class but not for a grade)

34. This is the maximum number of credits you can take online each semester Maintaining your Status

35. A Passport

36. Update THIS in GWEB within 10 days of the change Maintaining your Status

37. Local U.S. or Permanent Overseas Address

38. During your academic program this endorsement on your I-20/DS-2019 is valid for 1 year while maintaining your status Immigration Benefits

39. A Passport Travel Signature

40. Name the documents required to travel abroad Immigration Benefits

41. A Passport -A valid I-20/DS-2019 with valid travel signature -A valid passport -A valid F-1/J-1 visa stamp -Original financial documents, -A GW transcript or letter of enrollment for new students

42. You can apply for this unique number, used for tax purposes, after receiving an employment offer and the proper work authorization. Immigration Benefits

43. A Passport Social Security Number See Guidelines on ISO Website!

44. After one year in F-1 status, this type of work authorization allows F-1 students to work off-campus during their studies at a position related to their major and appropriate to the degree level. Immigration Benefits

45. A Passport Curricular Practical Training (CPT)

46. Once you have completed your program of study you can remain in the U.S. for a specific length of time to make preparations to go home. What is this called? Immigration Benefits

47. A Passport The Grace Period F-1- 60 Days J-1- 30 Days

48. This visa type must have prior written authorization for BOTH on and off-campus employment Employment

49. A Passport J-1 Visa

50. Employment is limited to this total number of hours per week for both F- 1 and J-1 students during the academic year Employment

51. A Passport 20 hours per week

52. Name 3 types of F-1 Off-campus work authorization that students can apply for Employment

53. A Passport CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, Intl. Org, Severe Economic Hardship

54. Working without prior authorization is a violation of your status and can lead to this... Employment

55. A Passport Termination of your SEVIS Status and Departure from the U.S.

56. If a J-1 student would like to engage in an internship off- campus related to his/her major s/he needs to apply for this type of authorization in advance Employment

57. A Passport Academic Training

58. What is the official GW mascot? GW/ISO Trivia

59. A Passport George Washington!

60. What is the name of the GW Sports Teams? GW/ISO Trivia

61. A Passport The Colonials

62. In which building is the ISO located? GW/ISO Trivia

63. Old Main

64. Approximately how many countries are represented by GW’s international student population? GW/ISO Trivia

65. 130!!

66. When are the ISO Advisor Walk-in Office Hours? GW/ISO Trivia

67. A Passport Monday- Thursday 1:30-3:30 PM

68. Old MainPhone: 202-994-4477 1922 F Street, NW E-mail: iso@gwu.edu Suite 205 Washington DC 20052 Who is your ISO Advisor? http://internationalservices.gwu.edu/advising- assignments http://internationalservices.gwu.edu/advising- assignments ISO Contact Information

69. Questions???

70. Stand Up/Sit Down We are going to read a series of statements. Stand up if the statement applies to you. Look around and see who else is standing! Now it’s time for an icebreaker…

71. Remember to stop by ISO (with your passport) the rest of the week to complete check-in if you did not attend the services fair this morning Good luck with the semester! Final Announcements