Maintaining your F-1 status while in the United States is extremely important. International Student Services (ISS) advises you on immigration, travel documents, permission to work (Curricular Practical Training and Optical Practical Training recommendation), transfers and extension of study. ISS will also assist you with other US government documentation such as social security card, Ohio driver's license and tax forms.
As an international student at UNOH it is your responsibility to maintain your status while staying in the US. The Designated School Official has certain duties to maintain the student's Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) record, and must understand the F-1 rules and regulations.
As an international student at UNOH, it remains your responsible to follow all immigration regulations that relate to F-1 students. Failure to comply with these regulations, you will be "out of status" and your SEVIS record will be terminated and you will be forced to leave the US. You will forfeit your F-1 student benefits; such as, CPT and OPT.
"Completion of Studies" on your I-20 is the date you are expected to complete your program requirements. If you are unable to complete your program requirements by this date you can apply for a program extension prior to the completion date with the ISS Office. Failure to do this would be a violation of your status.
If your address changes you must notify the ISS Office immediately. If you have completed your degree and are pursuing OPT, you must report your address to the DSO by e-mail international@unoh.edu.