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Immigration Regulations
Immigration for Students and Scholars
Disclaimer: U.S. immigration laws are very complex. The information contained in these files is designed specifically for students and scholars at the University of Northern Colorado. Immigration laws are constantly changing, and even though we will attempt to keep these files up-to-date, we cannot guarantee their completeness or accuracy. The information contained herein is not intended to create an attorney/client relationship nor can it be contrued as legal advice. Please meet with the Foreign Student Advisor before making applications or seeking benefits.
Other individuals not affiliated with the University of Northern Colorado should seek assistance from immigration specialists. You may consider consulting with an attorney who belongs to the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA).
Immigration Forms
You can check the USCIS website to download the forms you need.
Regulations
The Center for International Education is your primary liaison with the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS). Our staff members are well informed about general INS regulations and can advise you on proper compliance with INS procedures. Make an appointment with the Foreign Student Advisor to discuss specific questions or concerns.
It is important that you do not rely on the advice of friends regarding immigration matters. Situations often vary, so contact the CIE on all matters that might affect your visa status. Consult with us before you do anything that might jeopardize your right to remain in the U.S.: before you begin a new degree objective, change marital status or sponsors, transfer schools, leave the U.S. (even to Tijuana), or secure any employment.
Information and forms can be found at the Center for International Education located in the Joyner House on the corner of 10th Avenue and 20th Street in Greeley.
Compliance with the law involves the following:
- Maintain the validity of your passport at all times. The consulate or embassy of your country in the U.S. will have information on how to renew it. Consult the International Resource Center on our home page for embassy and consulates addresses and telephone numbers.
- Enroll as a full time student each quarter. For undergraduates, this means 12 credits per semester. For graduate students, this means 9 credits per semester. Summer session enrollment is not required. Never drop below these numbers without talking to your Foreign Student Advisor first.
- Transfer Students/UNC Graduate Students: Be sure to complete the INS transfer notification process. Students wishing to transfer to or from UNC must complete a transfer notification at the new school which they will be attending. This is also true for students wishing to begin a new degree objective at the same school; e.g., going from a bachelor's degree program to a master's degree program.
- Keep your I-20 or DS2019 up to date. You must apply for an extension of stay if you do not complete your program of studies within the time specified on the I-20 or DS2019 issued to you at the time of admission. This application must be submitted prior to the end date on your current DS2019.
- F-1 students may enroll for classes
at another institution. If the course credits are required to count
toward full-time enrollment, the course work at the other institution
must be acceptable toward your UNC degree. A letter from your academic
advisor stating which UNC course requirement will be fulfilled is required
prior to enrollment at the other institution. Also, the majority of
the coursework for the semester must be taken at UNC. If you would like
to enroll in another school while attending UNC, you must complete a
form at Center for International Education requesting the concurrent
enrollment letter or a letter stating we have no objection.
The complete text of the law can be found at http://www.immigration.gov
