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important fall 2009 pre-arrival information

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Part A. Visa Processing and Immigration Information:

• Visa Issuance Policy: Important differences between the F-1 and the J-1 visas
  
  
• Obtaining the Student Visa: For Incoming F-1 and J-1 Students Outside the U.S.
  

• Information for transfer students
• Information for change of status
  
  
• Entering the United States
  
  
• Check-in with ISSS
  
  
• International Student Orientation and Other Important Dates
  
  
• SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System) and student responsibilities
  
  
• Immigration Law on Overstay and Unlawful Presence

Part B. Arrival Planning and Other Useful Information:

• International Student and Scholar Services
  • Programming Services
    
    
• English Language Requirements
  
  
• Housing
  
  
• Immunizations & Health Insurance
  
  
• Finances, Taxes and Social Security
  
  
• Arrival Planning
  
  
• Culture Shock
  
  
• Carolina Union: Student Activities and Organization Information
  

Part C. International Student Program Application