{"id":83,"date":"2023-03-23T19:22:57","date_gmt":"2023-03-23T19:22:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/?page_id=83"},"modified":"2026-02-12T17:45:08","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T17:45:08","slug":"maintain-f-1-eligibility","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/admissions.austincc.edu\/international-students\/accepted-current-f-1-student-information\/maintain-f-1-eligibility\/","title":{"rendered":"Maintain F-1 Student Eligibility"},"content":{"rendered":"

Please read the following rules carefully. Following these regulations will help you maintain your legal F-1 visa status and avoid any future difficulties.<\/p>\n

Keep Documents Current<\/h2>\n

Keep your passport valid at all times. Contact your Embassy in the U.S. to request renewal at least six months before it expire.<\/p>\n

Also, review the I-20 on a regular basis and notify the International Student Office immediately about any changes in your major, degree level, or financial support. Also notify International Programs about any name changes, errors, or misspellings on the I-20.<\/p>\n

Carry a Full Course Load<\/h2>\n

Register for at least 12 credits of courses each spring and fall semester.  Of this course load, only 3 credits per semester can be online classes.<\/p>\n

Update Your Address and Phone Number<\/h2>\n

If you move to another address, or change your phone number, you must notify International Student Office within 10 days of the change. ISO will update your information in SEVIS. <\/p>\n

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  1. Use the Address\/Phone Change E-Form<\/a><\/li>\n
  2. Email ISO with the following information: international@austincc.edu<\/a>\n