International Student Services

 The Director of International Programs Office acts as a liaison to the Department of Homeland Security. All matters regarding "F-1" status are handled through this office.

Office of International Programs Provides Services to Incoming International Students:

• Evaluates foreign credentials (high school transcripts) for admission

• Provides pre arrival information to international students about the USCA and community

• Issues the Certificates of Eligibility for Non-Immigrant Student Status (Form I-20)

• Conducts orientation for new international students

• Assists school transfers

Office of International Programs Provides Services to Continuing International Students:

• Advises on how to maintain student status

• Assists in complying with new immigration regulations such as address reporting requirement

• Grants permission for less than full-time enrollment

• Assists in applying for re-instatement

• Approves requests for extension of study

• Authorizes Curricular Practical Training (internships)

• Assists with applications for off-campus employment

• Authorizes re-entry to the US

• Provides limited tax assistance

• Sponsors various non-academic programs for international students