Time Sensitive Reminders for F-1 Students Change of Level Students who will complete an academic program or end OPT in Summer 2025 and who will continue or begin another degree program in the Fall 2025 semester, must obtain a Change of Level I-20 to maintain their F-1 status. You must request for your Change of […]| International Students and Scholars Office
The International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO) provides immigration advising to help you manage your immigration status.| International Students and Scholars Office
Dear international students and scholars, The ISSO hopes you are doing well this summer. As you may already be aware, the visa application process for both new and returning F, M, and J (FMJ) status holders has recently been updated by the Department of State (DOS). We want to ensure that you are informed of […]| International Students and Scholars Office
Time Sensitive Reminders for F-1 Students Do Not Delay Your Graduation Postponing graduation when you have completed all the courses required to earn your degree is a violation of the immigration regulations. For more information visit the ISSO Graduation and Beyond webpage. Change of Level Students who will complete an academic program or end OPT […]| International Students and Scholars Office
Time Sensitive Reminders for F-1 Students Summer Enrollment and Graduation Requirements Enrolling in summer classes is optional unless you meet any one or more of the criteria below: For more information visit the International Student Enrollment webpage. Change of Level Students who will complete an academic program or end OPT in Spring 2025 and who […]| International Students and Scholars Office
International Student Events Pay it Forward Support your fellow Comets by contributing to the UT Dallas International Student Emergency Fund! A donation of just $10 – $25 helps the ISSO provide critical aid to international students facing unexpected challenges that could disrupt their studies, immigration status, or graduation. Together, our contributions build a vital safety […]| International Students and Scholars Office
International Student Events ISSO Listening Session The ISSO wants to hear from YOU! Join our office’s Listening Session on April 15 from 4-5 pm in FA-OGE 2.206 and give us feedback on your experiences working with and utilizing student services on campus. What resources have helped you? Which haven’t been helpful? Do you have suggestions […]| International Students and Scholars Office
International Student Events ISSO Employment Workshops Spring 2025 Have questions about your employment options as an F-1 student? Come to one of the ISSO employment workshops! CPT Workshop OPT Workshop Register through the links above. Note that while completing the CPT and OPT workshops is required to apply for each benefit, you are NOT required […]| International Students and Scholars Office
Time Sensitive Reminders for F-1 Students Graduation and Beyond Before February 19, 2025. If you are an F-1 student, have completed your academic requirements and will remain in the U.S. after graduation, make appropriate preparations such as applying for OPT, starting another academic program or transferring out to another school. Change of Major Census Day, […]| International Students and Scholars Office
Time Sensitive Reminders for F-1 Students Graduation and Beyond Before February 19, 2025. If you are an F-1 student, have completed your academic ...| International Students and Scholars Office
Dear Students, The ISSO wanted to clarify information regarding the valid time ranges that currently enrolled F-1 students can lawfully engage in On-Campus Employment on a full-time basis (more than 20 hours per week). What periods can you work full-time during your on-campus employment? What dates can currently enrolled F-1 students work full-time on campus […]| International Students and Scholars Office
Hello international students and alumni, The ISSO hopes you are doing well. As we approach the winter break and holidays, our office has been receiving many questions about options for CPT and OPT authorizations during travel. We hope this email will clarify what you need to know. While it is acceptable to conduct CPT and […]| International Students and Scholars Office
If you lived in the United States between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2024, you must file a U.S. tax form. Did you receive any U.S. Source Income in 2024? U.S. Source Income includes wages, taxable scholarships, housing stipends, cash awards, etc. Tax Filing Webinars for FY2024 Sprintax Nonresident Tax Webinar In these tax webinars, […]| International Students and Scholars Office