Students outside the US

Depending on the country from which the student is applying, F1 visa application processing time varies. Students should consult their local United States Consulate/Embassy and plan accordingly. The deadlines are as follows:

Fall (August) Semester: June 1
Spring (January) Semester: November 15
Summer (June) Session: May 1

F1 visa students currently in the US

We strongly encourage applicants to meet the application deadline below so that they may attend Orientation and register for classes early. The deadlines for transfer students are as follows:

Fall (August) Semester: August 1
Spring (January) Semester: December 15
Summer (June) Session: May 15

In accordance with US Immigration regulations, F1 visa students must be issued a transfer I-20 or leave US within the 60-day grace period after the last term completed.

Non-F1 visa holders currently in the US, seeking change of status

Those individuals who would like to become a full-time student and change their non-immigrant status to F1 should contact the International Student Center Manager for immigration advising.

Change of status applications must be submitted BEFORE the expiration of previous non-immigrant status, as indicated on the I-94 card. Therefore, applications for admissions should be submitted at least one month before expiration.

Individuals who have entered the US on a visa waiver may not apply for a change of non-immigrant status while in the US.