Instruction to request a Change of Status to F-1 Complete the form I-539 Attach a photocopy of the front and back of the I-94 card(s) for every person named in the application Copies of passport information (ID page and page with expiration date) Copy of Visa or USCIS approval notice of current status Make a check or money order payable to Department of Homeland Security for $300 Include financial documents to show the source and amount of funds available to cover educational and living expenses ( 4 months of Bank Statement) Provide a personal letter explaining your situation and the reasons for requesting the change of status Proof of Special Registration (NSEER’s), if applicable Copy of Admission letter Attach any additional information that will be helpful Once you have collected the above information bring the documents to the International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) Office. Your application will be reviewed and if everything is in order, a new I-20 will be attached. The entire application should be mailed to the USCIS noted on the instruction page of the I-539. Processing time is approximately 4-6 months. Once the documents have been reviewed by USCIS and a decision is made, you will be notified of the decision by mail at the address you provide in the application.Once you have recieved your decision you must notify ISSS so we can update your record.		NEWS UPDATES ISSS Home New Students Current Students Forms Status Info/Immigration ESL Links Newsletters Calendar Search ISSS Only Search Stevens
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