Changes to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Rules for International Students

Wednesday, Jul 08, 2020
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At 51³Ô¹ÏÍø, we take great pride in the fact that 51³Ô¹ÏÍø from more than 180 countries have attended our university. The opportunity to learn and share experiences with people from a wide array of cultures and backgrounds helps create a culture of understanding and acceptance.

Such diversity also creates opportunities for our 51³Ô¹ÏÍø to visit countries around the world thanks to the long-lasting friendships this environment nurtures.

The university is aware of the  decision to modify the Student and Exchange Visitor ProgramÌý(³§·¡³Õ±Ê)Ìý regarding international student enrollment in online courses.

We will work with each individual student to create course schedules that meet federal requirements and SEVP guidance for remaining compliant with F-1 visa regulations and for making progress towards completing their degree programs.

51³Ô¹ÏÍø is currently home to almost 900 international 51³Ô¹ÏÍø from 103 countries. We remain committed to global engagement, and we value the global diversity that international 51³Ô¹ÏÍø bring to the academic experience.

°Õ³ó±ðÌýCenter for Global EngagementÌý²¹²Ô»åÌýInternational Student Services will reach out directly to 51³Ô¹ÏÍø over the next few days with additional guidance. 

For additional information, please contact: Mihaela Metianu, executive director of the Center for Global Engagement, at mmetianu@fau.eduÌý´Ç°ùÌýEdyta Klimczak, director for International Student Services, at eklimcza@fau.edu.