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This form assists international students who have interrupted their studies at Minnesota State University, Mankato, by confirming their ability to return for their program of study after a departure

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How to fill out Returning for Studies at the Same Level – F-1 Student

1. Access the appropriate form for Returning for Studies at the Same Level - F-1 Student.
2. Fill in your personal information including your name, student ID, and contact information.
3. Provide details about your current educational institution and program.
4. Indicate the reason for your return to studies at the same level.
5. Attach any necessary documentation required to support your application.
6. Review the completed form for accuracy and completeness.
7. Submit the form by the specified deadline to your designated school official.

Who needs Returning for Studies at the Same Level – F-1 Student?

1. F-1 students who wish to resume their studies at the same academic level after a break.
2. Students who have completed their studies but plan to continue their education at the same institution without changing their academic level.

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Do I need a new F-1 visa if I change schools?

Get an Initial Form I-20 from the new school. If the student's visa is valid, the student does not need a new visa.

What is the new rule for F1 visa?

F-1 visa students must maintain their foreign residence The USCIS states that “F and M students must have a foreign residence that they do not intend to abandon.” But they are now allowed to apply for permanent residency.

What do I need to reenter the U.S. as an international student?

Required Documents for Re-entry to the U.S. Valid Passport (valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of the re-entry to the U.S.) Valid F-1 student visa in passport (except students from Canada) OPT/STEM OPT I-20 with a valid travel signature from OIS. I-797 Notice of Receipt.

What is the 5 month rule for a F-1 visa?

If an F-1 student leaves the United States for more than 5 months and is not able to remain enrolled at the student's ICE SEVP-certified school, the student will not be able to maintain student status.

What is the 5 month rule for OPT?

Five-Month Limit For a student authorized to engage in post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT), the student must be able to resume classes within 5 months of transferring out of the current school that recommended OPT or by the date the OPT authorization ends, whichever is earlier.

How long can an F-1 student be out of status?

F-1 students who complete an academic program or OPT have a 60-day grace period and J-1 students who complete an academic program or AT have a 30-day grace period.

What is concurrent enrollment for F-1 students?

Under F-1 visa regulations, F-1 students may in certain situations maintain full-time status through concurrent enrollment. Concurrent enrollment is a situation in which you enroll in a full course load, but your classes are taken at two or more different schools.

What is the 5 month rule for F-1 students?

The five month rule refers to the termination of a student's record in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) based on the student being away from classes or not in status for five months.

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What is Returning for Studies at the Same Level – F-1 Student?

Returning for Studies at the Same Level – F-1 Student refers to the process whereby an F-1 visa holder returns to their educational institution to continue their studies at the same academic level after a temporary absence.

Who is required to file Returning for Studies at the Same Level – F-1 Student?

F-1 students who have been outside the United States for more than five months and wish to return to continue their studies at the same academic level are required to file this form.

How to fill out Returning for Studies at the Same Level – F-1 Student?

To fill out the Returning for Studies at the Same Level – F-1 Student form, students must accurately provide their personal information, academic details, and any relevant dates or circumstances regarding their absence from studies.

What is the purpose of Returning for Studies at the Same Level – F-1 Student?

The purpose of this form is to notify U.S. immigration authorities that an F-1 student is returning to their studies and to ensure compliance with F-1 visa regulations regarding continuous study.

What information must be reported on Returning for Studies at the Same Level – F-1 Student?

Students must report their full name, SEVIS ID, the name of the school they will be attending, the dates of their absence, and the reasons for their absence, along with any other required documentation.