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F-1

Type of visa (immigration status)

Student

Eligibility criteria

Admission to academic course of study
Evidence of adequate financial support for length of program
Indication of adequate English language skills or opportunity to improve

Possible income from U.S. sources

Employment on campus
Pre-authorized off-campus employment

Maximum length of stay in U.S.

As long as academic progress continues

Advantages

Easy to change status when applicable
Not subject to home country residence requirement

Disadvantages

Off-campus work severely limited, except for post-degree practical training (12 months)
Spouse unable to work

Supporting documentation needed

Proof of academic admission
Evidence of financial support for length of program
I-20 (issued by UTSA)

International Students

Phone: 210-458-7202

Email: International.Services@utsa.edu

Location: Graduate School and Research Building, GSR 2.116

Main Campus

1 UTSA Circle

San Antonio, TX 78249

UTSA's Mission

The University of Texas at San Antonio is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service. As an institution of access and excellence, UTSA embraces multicultural traditions and serves as a center for intellectual and creative resources as well as a catalyst for socioeconomic development - for Texas, the nation and the world.

UTSA's Vision

To be a premier public research university, providing access to educational excellence and preparing citizen leaders for the global environment.

UTSA's Core Values

We encourage an environment of dialogue and discovery, where integrity, excellence, respect, collaboration and innovation are fostered.

UTSA'S Destinations

UTSA is a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) as designated by the U.S. Department of Education.