{"id":78,"date":"2020-01-15T16:20:09","date_gmt":"2020-01-15T21:20:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/admission\/?page_id=78"},"modified":"2026-01-08T16:20:23","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T21:20:23","slug":"visa-and-immigration","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/admission\/international-student-applications\/visa-and-immigration\/","title":{"rendered":"International Student Visa and Immigration Information"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-immigration-basics-0\"><strong>Immigration Basics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As an international student, it\u2019s important to understand the rules that the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) requires for F-1 visa holders. You are responsible for staying \u201cin status\u201d by remaining a full-time student and keeping all documents up to date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Terms<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Form I-20: Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status. Issued by Transylvania University for F-1 visa applicants after you submit your enrollment deposit, Certification of Finances and supporting documentation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Designated School Official (DSO): The university official authorised to issue and verify immigration documents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Department of Homeland Security (DHS): The U.S. agency that oversees USCIS and Customs and Border Protection (CBP), which regulate non-U.S. citizens.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Entry Visa: A stamp or label in your passport obtained from the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in your home country \u2014 it allows you to apply for admission to the United States.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Duration of Status (D\/S): Indicates you may stay in the U.S. as long as you maintain your student status.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Form I-94: The electronic record issued when you enter the U.S. It lists your entry date, port of entry, visa type (F-1), and admission number.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Current Address: You must report both your home-country and U.S. addresses to DHS through SEVIS via your DSO. Any change must be reported immediately.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Program Information: Your I-20 lists your major, minor and program dates. Notify your DSO right away if any of this information changes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emergency Contact: The person the university will contact if you are seriously ill or injured.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-visa-information\"><strong>Visa Information<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-applying-for-your-f-1-visa\"><strong>Applying for Your F-1 Visa<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit your country\u2019s U.S. Embassy or Consulate website for specific instructions on applying for an F-1 student visa.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay the required visa application fee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gather all required documents and schedule your visa interview. Keep your payment receipt number handy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carefully review the U.S. Embassy website and follow all application instructions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make copies of all documents in case an embassy officer retains originals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Double-check that you have every required document \u2014 including financial records and your Transylvania University acceptance letter \u2014 before your interview.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arrive early for your appointment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bring only what you need. Leave items such as phones, laptops and backpacks outside the embassy, as they are often not allowed.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-common-visa-interview-questions\"><strong>Common Visa Interview Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Be prepared to discuss:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Why you chose Transylvania University<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What you plan to study and why<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How you will fund your education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your plans after graduation<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay calm, confident and honest \u2014 these interviews are designed to confirm your academic intentions and financial preparedness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-maintaining-your-visa-status\"><strong>Maintaining Your Visa Status<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After you arrive in the United States:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Report to your DSO upon arrival.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attend orientation sessions for international students.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enrol as a full-time student each term.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your I-20, passport and I-94 current at all times.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Notify your DSO before changing your major, address or program end date.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-need-help\"><strong>Need Help?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For questions:\u00a0<br>Julie Sams<br>Director of Admissions<br><a href=\"&#x6d;&#x61;&#105;lt&#x6f;&#x3a;&#106;&#115;a&#x6d;&#x61;&#64;&#116;r&#x61;&#x6e;&#x73;&#121;&#46;e&#x64;&#x75;\">&#106;&#x73;&#x61;&#109;&#x61;&#x40;&#116;&#x72;&#x61;&#110;&#x73;&#x79;&#46;&#x65;&#x64;&#117;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Immigration Basics As an international student, it\u2019s important to understand the rules that the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services  requires for F-1 visa holders. 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Key Terms Visa Information Applying for Your F-1 Visa Common Visa Interview Questions Be prepared to discuss: Stay calm, confident and<\/p>\n<p class=\"continueLink\"><a class=\"btn btn-info\" href=\"https:\/\/www.transy.edu\/admission\/international-student-applications\/visa-and-immigration\/\">Continue to &ldquo;International Student Visa and Immigration 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