Student and Scholar Advising

This ready-to-use resource helps explain the F-1 student SEVIS record transfer process between SEVP-certified schools. It can be used as a training tool to identify common issues and frequently asked questions that occur during the process and reference government sources.

This resource answers commonly asked questions about responding to draft guidance and provides the International Student and Scholar advising community with guidelines they should consider when submitting comments.

A resource for advisers about how to assist international students who have passed the TOEFL or other recognized proficiency tests, but who are still having language challenges while studying in their academic programs. Members of the IEM and ISSS knowledge communities worked together to collect

This KC-ISSS practice resource provides basic information meant to help advisers address the unique needs of the international community in the context of health insurance and health care.

USCIS Service Centers are consistently denying post-completion OPT applications received beyond the regulatory deadline of 30 days after the DSO updated SEVIS with the OPT recommendation. This practice resource describes the issues involved, to help schools implement procedures to ensure that

ISSS offices may use this template for creating their own institutional FAQ on immigration basics to share with academic advisers who often need to be aware of certain unique advising needs of international students. Tailor the FAQ to your institution and share with those on campus who may meet with

This resource presents basic rules, factors, and logistical recommendations for using ads in an electronic professional journal under the PERM regulations for college and university teachers.

Advisers may occasionally find themselves fielding inquiries about U.S. citizenship and the naturalization process. Since this is not a part of regular job functions, many advisers will not know the answers, but may want to provide general information. This resource provides some basic information

The following tips build upon practices already in use in the day to day filing of H peitions and do not take the place of basic filing information, compliance and immigration information.

Three colleagues who contributed to the original J-1 Student Intern category resource in 2009 have now provided an update about their experiences with their program. Their insight into the development of institutional policies and practices as well as challenges and tips is valuable to institutions