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International Student Guidelines

Reporting to CVCC: Students should report to their school within 30 days of the date that appears on the SEVIS I-20 form to register for courses or to validate their intended participation. Failure to do so may result in serious consequences.

Passport: Your passport must be valid at all times.

Form I-20: you must have a valid, non-expired Form I-20 at all times to maintain your student status with CIS.

Change of Address: You must notify the Admissions and Records office immediately of any change in your living arrangements. CVCC must have in SEVIS at all times a current address and phone number for you.

Full-Time Enrollment: You must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours each fall and spring semester. You may NOT drop below 12 credits at any time during the semester without permission IN ADVANCE from the International Student advisor for any reason. Failure to maintain a full academic load throughout the semester will cause you to fall out of status.

Distance learning classes: One only distance learning class may be counted toward your full time course load during the fall and/or spring semesters.

Working: Students in F-1 status at CVCC are not permitted to work either on campus or off campus.

Insurance: You must maintain major medical insurance coverage while a student at CVCC. This coverage should include provision for medical evacuation and repatriation in the event of death. Your coverage must cover one calendar year at all times.

Travel Outside the US: If you leave the US for a temporary absence, be sure to have the DSO check your I-20 to be sure there is a current signature on the 3rd page. You will always need a valid Student (F-1) Visa to re-enter the United States.

American Laws: Be aware that if you get into trouble with law enforcement agencies that you do not have protected status and will be subject to all laws of the state of Virginia as well as federal law.