On-Campus Employment:

• On-Campus Employment Guide
• Obtaining a Social Security Card
• Obtaining a SSN Tutorial

J-1 On-Campus Employment:

• Reporting J-1 On-Campus Employment

J-1 Academic Training (AT):

• J-1 Academic Training Information
• J-1 Academic Training E-form

F-1 Curricular Practical Training (CPT):

• 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 & Post-Completion Optional Practical Training (OPT):

• 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:

• 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
• Required Documentation to the USCIS after you receive your STEM I-20 (pdf)
• 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

Which Employment Reporting Tool Should I Use?

• STEM Employment Reporting Tool (E-form) - Complete this e-form to report a change to your existing employment, new employment and termination of previous employment.
• 6-Month STEM Reporting Tool - (STEM Only) - Complete this e-form to submit 6 month validation report.
• Reporting Requirements for STEM Extension Students

H-1B Information

• H-1B Cap Gap Employment
• Cap Gap I-20 Request E-Form

• F-1/J-1 Visa Document Request (Form I-20 or DS-2019)
• Affidavit of Support

J-1 - Exchange Visitor Request

The ISSO has recently launched a complete electronic process for requesting a J-1 Exchange Visitor to come to UMass Lowell. Please reach out to an ISSO Scholar advisor to start the process.

• 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, TN - Professionals from Canada or Mexico, and J-1 - Exchange Visitors.

• Form A must be completed by sponsoring department
• Form B must be completed by incoming employee, scholar, or visitor

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

• Reduced Course Load Instructions & Application

Withdrawing From A Course While Maintaining Full-Time Status

• Withdrawal from a Course - Request to Remove ISSO Hold

Change Of Academic Level (B.S. To M.S., M.S. To PH.D., etc.)

• Change of Academic Level instructions

Transfer Sevis # Request

• Transfer out information and instructions

Adding A Dependent

• Adding a Dependent

Leave Of Absence

• Leave of Absence Information
• Leave of Absence Request

Return from a Leave of Absence

• Return from a Leave of Absence e-form

Replacement I-20 (reason to use this e-form: current I-20 was lost, stolen, or damaged)

• Replacement I-20 Request