If you have questions or would like to request advising, meet with a member of the ISSS team.
Current International Students
Current International Students
As a current international student at Ohio University, there are many rules and responsibilities you need to know about to maintain your status. Explore the resources that pertain to your visa type to ensure you are familiar with them.
Current F-1 Students
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Maintaining F-1 Student StatusLearn more about the requirements you must meet to maintain your status as an F-1 student at OHIO, including enrollment options, financial requirements, reporting your arrival to the U.S., updating or transferring your SEVIS record, and program extensions.
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EmploymentF-1 students may participate in various types of employment, including on-campus employment, curricular practical training and optional practical training, and volunteer work. Learn more about each type of employment and the processes and regulations associated with each type.
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TravelAs an F-1 student, you must carry specific types of documentation with you when you are traveling. Review this page before you make plans to travel in or outside of the U.S.
Current J-1 Students
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Maintaining J-1 Student StatusLearn more about the requirements you must meet to maintain your status as a J-1 student at OHIO, including enrollment options, financial requirements, reporting your arrival to the U.S., updating or transferring your SEVIS record, and program extensions.
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EmploymentJ-1 students may participate in various types of employment, including on-campus employment, academic training, and volunteer work. Learn more about each type of employment and the processes and regulations associated with each type.
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TravelAs a J-1 student, you must carry specific types of documentation with you when you are traveling. Review this page before you make plans to travel in or outside of the U.S.
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Sponsored J-1 StudentsYou are a sponsored J-1 student if you received a DS-2019 from an organization other than Ohio University. Learn more about resources available to you through the ISSS office.