On-Campus Employment:
J-1 On-Campus Employment:
J-1 Academic Training (AT):
F-1 Curricular Practical Training (CPT):
- Spring 2021 CPT Coffee Hour Info. Session Video Recording
- CPT Guide (Regulations, Application Process and Applying for a CPT I-20)
- How to Apply (Links to E-Forms and E-Form Descriptions)
F-1 Pre-Completion Optional Practical Training (OPT):
- OPT Guide
- Form I-765
- Upload copy of EAC
- Reporting Pre-OPT Employment (Pre-OPT students ONLY. See below reporting forms for Post-OPT and STEM OPT).
F-1 Post-Completion Optional Practical Training (OPT):
- Spring 2021 OPT Coffee Hour Video Recording
- How to Choose your Post-OPT Dates
- OPT Guide (Regulations, Application Process, and Applying for an OPT Recommended I-20)
- I-765 Form
- I-765 Completion Guidance - for assistance in completing the I-765 Form
- Required Documentation to send to USCIS after you receive your OPT I-20
- Upload copy of EAC
- Request an SEVP Portal Account Reset
- Request OPT I-20 Reprint (*Your most recent employment information must be reported through the SEVP Portal prior to requesting a reprint.*)
F-1 STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) OPT Extension:
- Spring 2021 STEM Coffee Hour Info. Session Video Recording
- STEM Extension Web Page
- STEM Extension Request (e-form)
- STEM Calculator - Reporting Deadlines (xls)
- Form I-983 Training Plan - For assistance in completing the I-983 Form, please see our Form I-983 Guidance (pdf)
- I-765 Form
- I-765 Completion Guidance - for assistance in completing the I-765 Form
- Change of Employer While STEM OPT Application is Pending (pdf)
- Upload copy of EAC
- SEVP Portal frequently asked questions
- Request an SEVP Portal Account Reset
- Request I-20 Reprint (for students already on approved STEM Extension)
F-1 OPT/STEM Employment Reporting Forms
- STEM Employment Reporting Tool (E-form - STEM Only) - Complete this e-form to report a change to your existing employment, new employment and termination of previous employment.
- 6, 12, 18 and 24-Month STEM Reporting Tool - (E-form - STEM Only) - Complete this e-form to submit 6, 12, 18 and 24-month validation report.
- Reporting Requirements for STEM Extension Students
H-1B Information
- F-1/J-1 Visa Document Request (Form I-20 or DS-2019)
- Declaration and Certification of Finances Form (PDF) - This form should be used when showing financial evidence of a personal financial sponsor (example: financial documentation in the name of a friend, relative, spouse, etc.).
J-1 Exchange Visitor Self-service Forms:
- J-1 Scholar Confirmation of Arrival e-form
- J-1 Scholar Reporting US Address Form
- J-1 Out of Country Request
- J-1 Scholar End of Program Notification
Department Forms: Requesting an Initial J-1 Exchange Visitor to come to UMass Lowell
- Job Aid 1: Guide for Requesting Access to iStart (for Departmental Administrators / PIs)
- Job Aid 2: Completing J1 Scholar E-Form
- Sample of Invite Letter
The following forms are required for H-1B - Specialty Occupation Workers, O-1 - Scholars of Extraordinary Ability or Achievement and TN - Professionals from Canada or Mexico.
- Form A - UMass Lowell Hiring Dept. Questionnaire (pdf) must be completed by sponsoring department
- Form B - International Employee or Visiting Scholar Questionnaire (pdf) must be completed by incoming employee, scholar, or visitor
International Travel Forms
Applying For A State ID Or License
- How to Apply for a Massachusetts Credential (Driver's License, State ID, Liquor License)
- RMV Tutorial
- Converting an out of state license
- FAQ about International Driving Permits
- RMV Tips for Success (pdf)
Extension of Program of Study
- Request to Extend Program of Study Form and Instructions
- Estimate of Expenses for Graduate Students
- Estimate of Expenses for Undergraduate Students
Reduced Course Load
Withdrawing From A Course While Maintaining Full-Time Status
Change Of Academic Level (B.S. To M.S., M.S. To PH.D., etc.)
Transfer SEVIS Record Request
Adding A Dependent
Leave Of Absence
Return from a Leave of Absence
Replacement I-20 (reason to use this e-form: current I-20 was lost, stolen, or damaged)
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