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F-1/M-1 STUDENT RESOURCES

International Student Admissions


OVERVIEW

Global Student Services provides support services to non-native English speaker
students who have US permanent residency status (including refugees, US
permanent residents and US citizens) and admission assistance to internationals
students who are admitted to the United States in a temporary, non-resident
status (any type of visa).

Information for students in F-1 and M-1 status on several topics can be found
below. Students seeking advising should contact 517-483-1910 or
lcc-international@star.lcc.edu with questions or to make an appointment. For
information about applying to LCC as an international student please visit the
International Student Admissions webpage.

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FORMS

The following forms are for international students who currently attend Lansing
Community College.

 * F-1 Departure
 * F-1 Program Request for Extension
 * F-1 Transfer Out
 * Request for Reduced Course Load
 * Request for Signature for Travel

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MAINTAINING F-1 STATUS

Students in F-1 status are required to enroll in a full-time course load during
the fall and spring semester. At LCC, 12 credits is considered to be full time,
with few exceptions. F-1 students are required to take in-person classes.
Courses must count toward degree progress.

Summer is considered to be an official vacation and Summer semester enrollment
is not required to maintain F-1 status.

International students are required to maintain accurate records of their
current address, phone number, legal name, and major. Any changes to these
should be reported to a LCC DSO at Global Student Services (GSS) within 10 days.
GSS communicates with students primarily through their LCC email address.

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     ONLINE ENROLLMENT
     
     Online enrollment must be limited to one class per full-time course load
     during required semesters. If student in F-1 status enroll in "excessive
     online coursework" during a required term, this a violation of status and
     the student's SEVIS record will be terminated.
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     REDUCED COURSE LOAD
     
     Taking less than a full-time course load is permitted in limited
     circumstances. Please note that reduced course load authorization is
     provided by a DSO upon review of the Request for Reduced Course Load form.
     In order to obtain authorization for a reduced course load, students should
     speak to a DSO either prior to the semester start or immediately upon
     encountering an issue. Students are required to maintain full-time
     enrollment until they receive authorization from an LCC DSO in GSS to drop
     below full-time.
     
     Students may be eligible for a reduced course load for the following
     reasons:
     
      * Final Semester of Study: When in the final semester of study before
        graduating with an associate's degree, students can register less than
        full-time if they require less than 12 credits to complete their
        program.
      * Medical Reasons: If F-1 students have a medical or mental health
        condition that prevents them from studying full-time, they can apply for
        a reduced course load. A U.S. doctor or licensed clinical psychologist
        must provide a recommendation for the student to study part-time or take
        the semester off. This benefit is available to F-1 students for up to 12
        months per program of study.
      * Academic Difficulty: F-1 students can be authorized for a reduced course
        load for limited reasons relating to academic difficulty. If students
        feel they would like to explore these options, they should contact GSS.
      * Taking a Semester Off: If students plan to take a semester off, they
        must report to GSS if they plan to take a semester off. In order to
        preserve F-1 status, a DSO will instruct them on when to depart the US
        and will terminate their SEVIS record. In order to take a semester off,
        students should speak with a DSO, an academic advisor, and fill out the
        F-1 Departure form. Taking time off can have an impact on immigration
        benefits available to a student so it is important to consult with a DSO
        before departing.

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CHANGE OF ACADEMIC PROGRAM

F-1 students who undergo a change in academic program are required to have their
SEVIS record updated to accurately reflect their current program of study.
Students should indicate that they are an international student when filling out
the change of program request available on the Registrar’s Office webpage.
Changes of academic program should be discussed with an academic advisor and a
DSO.

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IMMIGRATION DOCUMENTS

Students are advised to keep all immigration documents in a safe place. LCC is
required by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to maintain updated
records in secure student files. Please inform LCC regarding any renewed or
updated immigration documents by emailing lcc-international@star.lcc.edu.

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     PASSPORT
     
     Students should maintain a valid passport at least six months into the
     future. Report the loss or theft of a passport to the police and get a
     police report. To renew or replace a passport, students should contact
     their home country’s U.S. Consulate or Embassy. Students should report
     updates or renewals of their passport to GSS.
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     SEVIS FORM I-20
     
     A Form I-20 is issued by the U.S. school a student attends. A Form I-20 is
     required to apply for an F-1 visa and to enter and re-enter the U.S. in
     valid F-1 status. All Form I-20s should be retained in students' records as
     they are official documents. Do not throw away past Form I-20s. To make any
     changes to a student’s SEVIS record or program of study, students must
     request a new Form I-20 before the program expiration date.
     
     Obtain a travel signature from an LCC DSO before departing the U.S., as
     students will be required to present it upon re-entry. If a student’s
     absence abroad exceeds more than 5 months, please contact GSS. For more
     information about travel signatures, please see the information regarding
     travel below.
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     F-1/M-1 VISA
     
     A visa is placed by a U.S. Consular official in a student’s passport. A
     student’s visa indicates that they are eligible to enter and/or re-enter
     the U.S. as an F-1/M-1 student. It does NOT determine their length of stay
     in the U.S. If a student’s visa expires while they are in the U.S., it is
     not necessary to renew it as long as they remain in the country and
     maintain their status. Visas can only be granted at a U.S. Embassy or
     Consulate overseas.
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     I-94 ARRIVAL/DEPARTURE RECORD
     
     Custom and Border Patrol (CBP) creates I-94 records when travelers cross
     the U.S. border. If arriving by land or sea, the I-94 can be a small white
     card stapled into a passport. If arriving by air, the I-94 will be a stamp
     in a passport and an electronic record is created, issued by an immigration
     official at the Port of Entry. Electronic records can be accessed on
     the I-94 webpage. The immigration official may write "F-1 D/S" or "M-1
     D/S" on the I-94 card or stamp. D/S stands for "duration of status" and
     refers to the length of time a student is permitted to remain temporarily
     in the U.S. to pursue a full course of study.
     
     Students will receive a new stamp with a new admission number each time
     they enter the U.S.  Exceptions include brief visits (30 days or less)
     under certain circumstances to Canada, Mexico, and adjacent islands.

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CHANGE OF STATUS

If a student wants to change their status while in the U.S., they (or in some
cases their employer) must file a request with the U.S. Citizenship and
Immigration Services (USCIS) on the appropriate form before their authorized
stay expires.

In general, they may apply to change their nonimmigrant status if they were
lawfully admitted to the U.S in an eligible nonimmigrant status, their
nonimmigrant status remains valid, they have not violated the conditions of
their status, and they have not committed any crimes that would make them
ineligible. Until they receive approval from USCIS, they should not assume the
change of status has been approved and should not change their activity in the
US.

USCIS recommends that they apply as soon as they determine that they need to
change to a different nonimmigrant classification. If USCIS denies their
application, they need to be prepared to leave the US when their current status
expires.

In the event that USCIS processing times cause a delay in their program start
date, a DSO must defer their start date until the next academic semester.

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EMPLOYMENT

Employment is any type of work performed or service provided in exchange for
money, tuition, fees, books, supplies, room, food or any other benefit.
International students in F-1 status are eligible for on-campus employment and
approved off-campus employment, known as "practical training".

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     ON-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT
     
     F-1 students are permitted to work on-campus without DSO approval as long
     as the student:
     
      * Is maintaining lawful F-1 status
      * Works no more than 20 hours per week during the Fall and Spring
        semesters
      * Is maintaining good academic standing
      * Is not studying in the English Language Studies Program (ELSP)
     
     Please visit the Student Employment & Work-Study webpage for more
     information about on-campus employment opportunities at LCC.
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     OPTIONAL PRACTICAL TRAINING
     
     WHAT IS OPTIONAL PRACTICAL TRAINING?
     
     Optional practical training (OPT) is one type of work permission available
     for eligible F-1 students. It allows students to get real-world work
     experience related to their field of study. Students must apply for OPT
     with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS). If the OPT is
     approved, USCIS will issue an Employment Authorization Document (EAD). The
     student must not begin working before the start date on the EAD.
     
     A student is eligible for OPT if:
     
      * They have been a full-time student for one academic year in an
        SEVP-certified school.
     
      * They are not studying English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL).
      * Their proposed employment relates to their program of study.
      * They have not used all optional practical training available at the
        associate’s level.
     
     Overview of OPT Process:
     
      * Student meets with GSS to begin the application process.
      * GSS issues Form I-20 with OPT recommendation.
      * Student files Form I-765 and required documentation by mail or online.
      * USCIS adjudicates Form I-765.
      * If approved, student gets EAD, notifies GSS, and begins work.
     
     Please note: LCC is not eligible to authorize STEM OPT.
     
     If interested in applying for OPT, please contact
     lcc-international@star.lcc.edu to schedule an appointment to discuss the
     application process in more detail.
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     CURRICULAR PRACTICAL TRAINING
     
     Curricular Practical Training (CPT) is one type of work permission
     available for eligible F-1 students. It allows them to get real-world
     experience related to their program of study. To be authorized for CPT,
     students must:
     
      * Be enrolled in an internship or practicum course required for their
        program of study.
      * Find a job position approved by the instructor or faculty member
        overseeing the course or internship placements.
      * Provide GSS with the requested information regarding the internship.
      * Obtain a new Form I-20 with CPT authorization.
     
     Please note: Authorization is for one specific employer and for a specific
     period of time. CPT must be authorized before a student is permitted to
     begin work.

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TRAVEL

In order to re-enter the US after traveling outside of the country, students
must have a travel signature on their Form I-20. This signature confirms that
they are a full-time student maintaining lawful status. To obtain a travel
signature, please complete the electronic request for signature for travel on
our webpage and await further information from GSS. Requests can take 3-5
business days to process.

When re-entering the U.S. after traveling outside of the country, be prepared to
show Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) the following:

 * Form I-20 signed for travel within the last 12 months (travel endorsement on
   page 2 of the Form I-20).
 * Passport valid 6 months into the future.
 * Valid F-1/M-1 visa if applicable.
 * Enrollment verification. This can be printed directly from myLCC.

Please Note:

 * F-1 and M-1 students with expired U.S. visas who are traveling to Canada,
   Mexico or adjacent islands for up to 30 days, who will not be applying for a
   new U.S. visa while there, AND who will be resuming their studies upon their
   return should NOT surrender their I-94 card (if applicable).  Discuss this
   with GSS before traveling.
 * Canadian or Mexican nationals returning to their home country should
   surrender their I-94 card as they enter their country, and obtain a new I-94
   card when reentering the U.S.
 * Canadian nationals should be sure to carry with them their financial
   documentation that verifies the information on their SEVIS Form I-20 when
   returning to the U.S.
 * Absence from the U.S. for more than five months requires a new SEVIS Form
   I-20 and F-1 Visa for reentry. Be sure to notify GSS no less than 45 days
   prior to return to the U.S.

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     TRAVELING WITHIN THE U.S.
     
      * If planning a trip within the U.S., it is important for students to have
        their Form I-20, passport, visa, and Student ID card with them for all
        travel, even within Michigan.
      * If a student is applying for a change of non-immigrant status or has an
        immigration petition or EAD card application pending, they should be
        sure to carry their U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services (USCIS)
        receipt notice (Form I-797). This notice proves that they have an
        application pending with USCIS.

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SCHOLARSHIP

Lansing Community College offers a variety of awards and scholarships every year
for qualified students. Whether you are working toward an associate degree or
two-year transfer degree, LCC has a program designed for your success.

Awards and scholarships are resources that do not have to be paid back and are
usually awarded for academic achievement or talent that may or may not be based
on financial need.

Selection criteria and requirements vary according to the individual award or
scholarship. Please visit the Financial Aid webpage for more information on how
to apply.

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TRANSFER-IN AND TRANSFER-OUT

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     TRANSFER-IN
     
     Students transferring from one SEVP-certified school to another are
     required to request a transfer of their SEVIS record. Students transferring
     in to LCC are required to fill out the transfer-in request. An LCC Form
     I-20 will be provided after the request and all additional documentation is
     submitted to GSS. More information about required documentation can be
     found on the International Admissions webpage.
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     TRANSFER-OUT
     
     Current LCC students transferring to other schools are required to submit
     a transfer-out request. Students will be asked to provide a copy of their
     admission letter from the new school, and may be asked for that
     institution’s "transfer-in" Form if applicable.

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DRIVING

In the state of Michigan, the authority responsible for issuing driver’s
licenses and vehicle authorization is called the Secretary of State's Office
(SOS). Anyone who plans on owning or operating a vehicle in the state of
Michigan should familiarize themselves with Michigan's policies and laws for
safe driving.

Visit the SOS webpage to find information, including information about driver's
licenses, car registration, titling, and State Identification cards. This is
a checklist of the documentary requirements to apply for a license. Anyone who
currently has an out of state or international driver's license should follow
the documentary requirements.

According to "Senate Bill 0501", citizens of certain countries are permitted to
drive in Michigan with an official translation of their driver's license. This
document has information about who is permitted to use a translation of their
foreign license and who is required to apply for a Michigan driver's license.

Please note that in Michigan, individuals are required to have legal status to
apply for a driver's license or to be exempt under Senate Bill 0501. F-1 and M-1
students' eligibility for a driver's license is tied to their program dates, or
the dates of their authorized status in the U.S.

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SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER

The purpose of a Social Security Number (SSN) is to help the federal government
track an individual's earnings in the U.S. for tax purposes. Once an individual
is offered a job, they will need to apply for a SSN from the Social Security
Administration (SSA). Eligibility for an SSN is based on the offer of paid
employment, and regulations require individuals to provide a valid employment
offer letter to apply for a SSN. They must apply for a SSN by appointment at the
local Social Security office {5210 Perry Robinson Cir, Lansing, MI 48911 | (800)
772-1213}. A SSN cannot be requested over the phone and it can take several
weeks for the card to arrive in the mail.

Social Security Numbers are NOT required for:

Banking: F visa holders do not need a Social Security number to open a bank
account or for most other financial transactions. The bank may ask F visa
holders to fill out Internal Revenue Service Form W-8BEN to prove that they are
exempt from the requirement of providing a Social Security number.

Driver's License: The state of Michigan does not require individuals to have a
Social Security number to apply for a driver's license.

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TAX REPORTING

Per the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), all international students who were
inside the United States during the previous year must file a tax return.

Many people in the United States use software to assist them with filing taxes
like how to complete the forms and determining their deductions. There is
particular software that is designed for international students. These include,
but are not limited to: 

 * Sprintax: Software is specially designed for international students. 
   Assistance to complete a tax return is web based, including chat assistance.
   Your tax return will need to be printed and mailed to the IRS.  A fee is
   required.  Assists with both state and federal filing.
 * Glacier: Software to complete the tax return, especially design for
   international students.  Your tax return will need to be printed and mailed
   to the IRS.  A fee is required.
 * InternationalStudent.com has created an online IRS Form 8843 Wizard that
   pre-populates Form 8843 with your information. There are also various helpful
   resources on the website that could be very helpful in explaining how to file
   tax returns.

You may also find your own tax preparer.

Why should I file?

Filing a Form 8843 is a requirement of your visa, even if you are not earning
income in the US.

Reminder: F-1 and M-1 students who are not employed are not eligible for Social
Security Numbers.  For these students it is necessary to apply for an Individual
Tax Identification Number (ITIN).  An ITIN is a 9-digit number issued by IRS to
individuals who are required for U.S. federal tax purposes to have a U.S.
taxpayer identification number but who do not have and are not eligible to get a
social security number (SSN).

An application for an ITIN cannot be submitted with the tax return, so it is
best to apply early for the ITIN.  You can also use this application to renew an
existing ITIN that is expiring or has already expired.

For the latest information, visit the IRS website .

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INVITING RELATIVES TO THE U.S.

The spouse and children under age 21 of an individual are called dependents.
Individuals entering the U.S. on a student visa (F-1 or M-1) are eligible to
apply at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate to bring their dependents with them. The
dependents can also apply later for an F-2 or M-2 visa travel to the U.S. to
join the student. The student show that financial resources are available to
support any dependents brought to the U.S. Dependents, according to DHS
regulations, may not work under any circumstances.

Non-immigrant students in the U.S. may invite close relatives (other than their
spouse or children) to the U.S. on a B-2 visitor's visa. They may write a letter
of support for their relatives which includes their planned dates of travel,
planned housing arrangements, reason for the visit, and acknowledgement that the
relatives will return home at the end of the visit. They may also provide
verification of their enrollment at LCC and a copy of their Form I-20 (page 1
and 2) to help support their application.

Graduating students may request a Commencement Letter inviting their relative(s)
to the U.S. to attend the graduation ceremony. Commencement letters are only
available for official LCC graduation ceremonies. Documentation that they are
attending an LCC ceremony may be required to obtain a letter. Please send your
request for a letter to the Registrar’s Office at registrar@star.lcc.edu.

IMPORTANT: The information listed above is only a general guide. Students are
responsible for understanding official information on obtaining a visitor's visa
and other consular services. The  Department of State's website is the best
resource for this information.

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LEAVING LCC

Any F-1/M-1 student discontinuing their education at LCC due to completion of
their academic program, leave of absence, or change of status should notify GSS
first. See below for information about grace periods.

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     60 DAYS FOR F-1 COMPLETION OF PROGRAM
     
     If a student has completed their academic program or practical training,
     they are allotted 60 days to request to transfer their SEVIS record to
     another U.S. institution or prepare for departure from the U.S.
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     15 DAYS FOR F-1 APPROVED WITHDRAWAL
     
     If a student has been granted authorized withdrawal for a leave of absence,
     medical leave, or military leave, their SEVIS record will be terminated for
     "authorized early withdrawal" and they are allotted 15 days to depart the
     U.S.
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     IMMEDIATE DEPARTURE FOR SUSPENSION OR TERMINATION OF STATUS
     
     If a student fails to maintain their F-1/M-1 immigration status, they are
     not eligible for a grace period and must request reinstatement of their
     F-1/M-1 status or depart the U.S. immediately. Please contact GSS for more
     information about regaining F-1 or M-1 status.

 


CONTACT US

GLOBAL STUDENT SERVICES

Location: Gannon Building - StarZone - Center for Student Support
Phone: 517-483-1910
Email: lcc-international@star.lcc.edu

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