The International Student and Scholar Office (ISSO) recently distributed guidelines for enrollment of international students. Newly admitted F-1 international students (excluding transfers from other U.S. institutions and those changing degree levels) will need to meet the following requirements to maintain legal status in the United States:
- Pursue a full course load (12 credits for undergrad and 9 credits for graduate)
- Register for at least ONE hybrid course that counts towards the full time enrollment.
The ISSO is cross-referencing several data sets (including student self-reports) through Sept. 14 to identify potentially affected students. That information will be shared with the Chair of the appropriate department to assist them in their course registration. So far, the process has identified few students in this situation.
Instructors need to fulfill their in-person or hybrid components as planned starting Oct.1 unless the university moves to 100% online before that date.
If you have questions, please contact ISSO.
