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International Student Handbook

The International Student Handbook is intended to be a resource to assist newly admitted students in making their stay at 51ºÚÁÏÍø both meaningful and rewarding. It has been designed, when used in connection with other 51ºÚÁÏÍø publications, to smooth your transition into American life and your academic studies.

The Office of International Education assists students with immigration matters and acts as a liaison between the US Citizenship and Immigration Services and the Department of State and all international students and visiting scholars at 51ºÚÁÏÍø. If you need services that the OIE provides, you can visit the main office to set up an appointment with the appropriate person in the OIE. Specific information about your major or other academic issues can be found by visiting the 51ºÚÁÏÍø Colleges and Departments web page. The 51ºÚÁÏÍø Academic Calendar is another resource that will assist you with your planning while at 51ºÚÁÏÍø as it provides information on important dates and academic events.

Academic Matters

• Registration of classes
• University College
• SkillZone tutoring and cultural assistance
• Academic Integrity Policy
• The Source - A Student Policy Index
• 51ºÚÁÏÍø Undergraduate and Graduate Catalogs
• 51ºÚÁÏÍø Kathleen Jones White Writing Center
• American Language Institute - English assistance
• 51ºÚÁÏÍø Library
• On-campus computer facilities
• 51ºÚÁÏÍø IT Support Center

Addresses, Mail, and Personal Records

• Reporting US address for immigration purposes
• Receiving and sending mail
• 51ºÚÁÏÍø identification cards (I-Card)
• Pennsylvania identification cards
• Social Security Number
• Confidentiality of personal records (FERPA)
• Requesting transcripts

Employment

International students in F-1 and J-1 visa statuses may seek authorization to work while studying in the United States. However, the processes and restrictions associated with such work authorizations vary depending on the student's status and the type of work requested. For information about employment, please visit our F-1 and J-1 Employment Information web page.

Financial Matters

• Current tuition and fees
• Paying your tuition bill
• Financial assistance and partial tuition waiver

Health Care and Insurance

• Purchase health insurance
• Healthcare facilities in Indiana, Pa.
• 51ºÚÁÏÍø Center for Health and Well-Being
• 51ºÚÁÏÍø Counseling Center

Housing

• On- and off-campus housing options
• Housing information and resources

Immigration and Travel

We will do our best to inform enrolled 51ºÚÁÏÍø students of changes in immigration and updates that may affect their status or travel. We will use 51ºÚÁÏÍø e-mail to send out notifications concerning immigration and travel. Please check your 51ºÚÁÏÍø e-mail frequently and review the information on our Immigration web page.

Title IX Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence Resources

51ºÚÁÏÍø is committed to an educational and work environment free from any form of sexual harassment and sexual violence. The 51ºÚÁÏÍø Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence policy provides definitions, reporting, and complaint resolution procedures. For more information about sexual harassment and sexual violence resources, reporting, and support services, please visit the 51ºÚÁÏÍø Title IX web page. Brochures are available in English, Arabic, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Spanish.

Transportation

• Transportation to the United States and 51ºÚÁÏÍø
• Airport shuttle, buses, and taxi services
• Owning and operating an automobile
• Buying or renting a car