Forms and Documents for International Students at UMW
Below are some forms and documents you may need as a F-1 or J-1 visa holder. If you have any questions, please contact the Center for International Education.
| Name of Form | Description |
|---|---|
| Emergency Contact Information for Internationals | Current international students and VLIs use this form to update emergency contact information. |
| Travel in F-1 and J-1 Visa Status | Current international students use this form to review important information about traveling outside the U.S. |
| Reduced Course Load (RCL) Request Form | This form is for requesting authorization for a reduced course load (taking less than 12 credits) for immigration purposes. |
| Declaration of Major or Change of Major Form | F-1 visa students use this form to noticy CIE of declaration of new major or change in major and receive an updated I-20. |
| Change of Address Form | This form is for students reporting a change of address. |
| OPT Work Authorization | F-1 students use this to learn about Optional Practical Training. |
| OPT STEM Extension Application Instructions | F-1 students in STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) read this website for instructions on how to extend their OPT up to 24 months. |
| J-1 Academic Training Information | J-1 students use this to learn about Academic Training. |
| J-1 Academic Training Request Form | J-1 students use this form to request authorization for Academic Training. |
| F-1 Student Social Security Issuance Memo | Required for issuance of a social security number to F-1 students. |
| J-1 Student Social Security Issuance Memo | Required for issuance of a social security number to J-1 students. |