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Generally, an F-1 student
who is admitted for duration of status is not required to apply
for extension of stay as long as the student is maintaining status
and making normal progress toward completion of his or her educational
objective.
An F-1 student who is
currently maintaining status and making normal progress toward completing
his or her educational objective, but who is unable to complete
his or her course of study by the program end date on the SEVIS
Form I-20, must apply prior to the program end date for a program.
Reasons of Delay
Compelling academic or medical reasons,
such as changes of major or research topics, unexpected research
problems, or documented illnesses, are good reasons.
Delays caused by academic probation or suspension
is not acceptable reasons for program extensions.
Time Limit to Apply for Extension
A DSO may not grant an extension if
the student did not apply for an extension until after the
program end date noted on the Form I-20.
An F-1 student who is unable to complete the educational program
within the time listed on Form I-20 and who is ineligible for program
extension is considered out of status. If eligible, the student
may apply for reinstatement.
For more information
on F-1, please click on the following links:
Description
SEVIS
Application for an F-1 Visa
Obtaining an F-1 Status at the port of
entry
Change into F-1 Status in the U.S.
Eligibility for change into
F-1 Status in the U.S.
Maintaining F-1 Status
Change Name and Address
Transfer of School
Time limitation of F-1 Status
Extension of F-1 Status
Grace Period
F-1 Status reinstatement
Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
Change from F-1 Status to H-1B
Change from F-1 Status to immigrant
status
Spouse and Children of F-1
Attorney and filing fees
Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
The Impact of I-140 Filing on F-1
Students
Memo: Be Aware of Abandonment of COS and AOS Applications
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