F-1 and J-1 Student Information

 

Maintenance of Status –

F-1 and J-1 students must comply with Department of Homeland Security regulations which
can be found under Instructions to Students on page 2 of the I-20 or DS-2019. By following those instructions, and the specific
information found on this site, Southeastern F-1 and J-1students will maintain legal
status in the U.S. and be able to take full advantage of available F-1 and J-1 benefits.
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Immigration Information –

Learn how and when to renew your visa and passport, get information on inviting family
to the US, how to replace lost or stolen documents, and more under our Immigration
Information page. Learn More >>

 

Employment–

Students who are in the U.S. on the F-1or J-1 visa must follow strict employment regulations.
Review when and where you can work to make sure you maintain your status. More >>

 

Taxes and Legal Matters–

From paying taxes to Social Security Numbers, learning your rights and responsibilities
while in the U.S. can be overwhelming. Let us guide you through some of these issues.
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Travel–

When you are ready to travel around the U.S. during a school break or visit family
and friends at home, review our helpful travel hints and reminders to ensure that
you are prepared. More>>

 

Health and Insurance–

Taking care of yourself both mentally and physically is most important during your
stay in the U.S. Learn about health insurance and medical care in the U.S. and what
to do in case of an emergency. More>>

 

Banking and Financial Matters–

Ready to open a bank account? Need money from home? Find out how to take care of your
financial concerns. More>>

 

Driver’s License/Louisiana ID–

Obtaining a driver’s license or state ID requires some preparation. Learn what documents
you need to prepare. More>>

 

Forms and Letters–

Find all forms required by the International Services Office and other departments
and offices here. More>>