Many international student forms are available on iCats. The forms below are the only forms not available in that system. To view all available e-forms, log into the iCats system to get started.
Forms
All forms on this page are available as e-forms in iCats. If you are unable to locate a specific form within the system, please contact the ISSS team for assistance.
The forms linked on this page are available to download and print. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader you may download the free version to view the PDF documents in the list.
All ISSS forms must be signed by the academic signatory authority in the college or department. Each form lays out the proper signatory. If you have questions, please contact isss@ohio.edu.
F-1 Students
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Recommendation for F-1 Program Extension
Fill out this form if you are a student who wishes to extend your program time.
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Recommendation for a Reduced Course Load for Medical Reasons
This form is used as a recommendation for a reduced course load for medical reasons.
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Reduced Course Load Recommendation Form
This form must be completed by a representative from the student services office in the student's academic college to help the ISSS team determine if the student may be approved for a reduced course load.
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CPT Supplemental Form
This form is required with a CPT application if the internship is needed for the successful completion of a thesis or dissertation.
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OPT Recommendation Form
This form is for F-1 students seeking permission to engage in Optional Practical Training (OPT), an employment authorization provided by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
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Re-Enrollment Instructions and Request Form
An F-1 student must complete specific steps to return to Ohio University and complete the request for re-enrollment form.
J-1 Students
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Recommendation for J-1 Program Extension
Fill out this form if you wish to extend your J-1 program.
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Reduced Course Load Recommendation Form
This form is used as a recommendation for a reduced course load for J-1 students.
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Academic Training Recommendation Form
This form is used for students who wish to apply for Academic Training work authorization.
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Work Authorization Template – No Graduate Assistantship
Please ask your department to complete this letter template on department letterhead. If you will be working a different number of hours in different semesters, then they should submit a separate letter for each semester.
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Work Authorization Template – With Graduate Assistantship
Please ask your department to complete this letter template on department letterhead. If you will be working a different number of hours in different semesters, then they should submit a separate letter for each semester.
Scholars
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Departure Notification Form
Fill out this form if you are finishing your time at Ohio University and leaving the U.S.
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J-2 Work Authorization Application Checklist
Download and print this checklist to help you complete the J-2 dependent employment authorization application.
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Travel Signature Request Form
Fill out this request form if you wish to travel as a visiting scholar.
Universal Forms and Documents
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Financial Sponsor Form
This form is required to fill out if you are sponsored by private individuals.
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Change of Status Information
This form contains information about changing status within the U.S.
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English Proficiency Guidance
The OHIO Physics Department created a helpful guide to help determine a prospective Exchange Visitor's level of English Proficiency for a J-1 Visa.