- CIP Codes and OPT extension to 29 months for STEM students
- OPT Regulation Changes Effective 4/8/2008
- H-1B Cap Update
- 29 month OPT - final interim rule PENDING
- Continuing Students: Fall Registration Week
- Are you graduating in May?
- Curricular Practical Training
- Spring Break Travel Advice
- Tax Filing Info for Foreign Students
- Tax Filing Info for Foreign J Scholars
- Non-Resident Tax Services at Carnegie Mellon
- H1B Cap Update for Fiscal Year 09
- OPT Sessions for Spring Graduates
- International Student Responsibilities
Announcements
Office of International Education
Legal Status
Documents And Maintaining Legal Status
Rules international students must follow in order to remain legally in the US.
Rules international students must follow in order to remain legally in the US.
Instructions For Change Of Status To F-1
How to change to student status from another non-immigrant status in the US.
How to change to student status from another non-immigrant status in the US.
Extending your DS-2019 or I-20
If you are unable to complete your program of study by the completion of studies date listed on the front of your most recent I-20 or DS-2019 form, you must get a new document.
If you are unable to complete your program of study by the completion of studies date listed on the front of your most recent I-20 or DS-2019 form, you must get a new document.
Changing your program
If you change educational level or start a new program, you will need a new I-20 or DS-2019.
If you change educational level or start a new program, you will need a new I-20 or DS-2019.
Authorization for a Reduced Course Load
International students in F-1 or J-1 status are required to be registered full-time (except during their annual vacation). Students who will be enrolled for less than 36 units must obtain approval from an OIE advisor before dropping below full-time enrollment.
International students in F-1 or J-1 status are required to be registered full-time (except during their annual vacation). Students who will be enrolled for less than 36 units must obtain approval from an OIE advisor before dropping below full-time enrollment.
Transfer Degree Program or School
If you wish to transfer to a higher or additional degree program or to a different field of study (whether at Carnegie Mellon or at another institution) you must receive new immigration documents.
If you wish to transfer to a higher or additional degree program or to a different field of study (whether at Carnegie Mellon or at another institution) you must receive new immigration documents.
Leave of Absence, Suspension, Dismissal
Students sometimes must leave their academic program early which impacts student immigration status. If you plan to take a leave or believe you will be suspended or dismissed, consult with an OIE advisor as soon as possible and before you leave.
Students sometimes must leave their academic program early which impacts student immigration status. If you plan to take a leave or believe you will be suspended or dismissed, consult with an OIE advisor as soon as possible and before you leave.
Reinstatement
Students who fail, or are unable, to maintain legal status in the US may be able to regain legal status through the reinstatement process. Students in this situation should meet with their OIE advisor to discuss their options. Call OIE at 412-268-5231 to schedule an appointment.
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Last Updated On: March 3, 2008