Your one-stop resource guide
We want your time at Iowa to be as productive as possible - so we've done a lot of research for you. We've compiled a list of resources that you'll need to stay up-to-date on current policies and procedures, travel, inviting family to the U.S., and more.
Maintaining Status
- F-1 Regulations Overview
- Address Update Requirement
- Dropping Courses and Withdrawals
- Part-Time Authorization & Enrollment Requirements
- Medical Condition Part-Time Authorization or Withdrawal
- Delaying Graduation and Program Completion
- Program Extension
- Change of Degree Level
- Change of Status to F-1, J-1, F-2, or J-2
- Notice of Changing from F/J Status to New Immigration Status (H-1B, green card, etc)
- Transferring Away
- Request I-20 After 5-12 Month Absence
- Reinstatement
- Release of Information
- Request Copies of Documents
- Legal Issues (Non-Immigration)
Family and Friends
- Inviting Spouse or Children to the U.S.
- Same-Sex Marriage and Domestic Partner Information
- Inviting Relatives and Friends to the US
- Extension for B Visitors
- International Parents
Academic and Cultural Resources
Travel
- Travel Information
- Visa Renewal Information
- SEVIS Fee Information
- Travel with a U.S. Citizen child
- Travel on OPT
Employment, Taxes, and Social Security
- Employment Options
- On-Campus Employment
- Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
- Severe Economic Hardship
- Optional Practical Training (OPT)
- Volunteering
- H-1B Information
- Permanent Residency
- Tax Information
- Social Security & ITIN