*Applies to any student with an "Initial" I-20, even if it is not the first time studying in the U.S.
Travel:
Hand carry the following documents:
**If you have an active SEVIS record from another school and you will be beginning your studies at Seattle University within 5 months of your current program end date, you must transfer your SEVIS record within your 60-day grace period, which is the 60-days after your current I-20 end date (or EAD card end date, if on OPT). If you will not begin your new program within 5 months, please request a new Initial I-20.
Check out this video for incoming transfer students which includes an introduction of our office, and things to remember when transferring!
For students on a different visa who are currently inside the U.S. and applying for a Change of Status using Form I-539:
HYBRID/IN-PERSON COURSE REQUIREMENT: If you began your studies online from your home country, and are entering the U.S. on an Initial Form I-20, Transfer-Pending Form I-20, or Change of Level I-20, you MUST be registered for at least 1 hybrid or in-person course for the quarter you are entering the U.S. You should bring proof of your hybrid/in-person course registration when you enter the U.S. This is an SEVP regulation, and you will be required to complete that hybrid or in-person course during the term that you enter the U.S.
Feel free to email isc@seattleu.edu if you have any questions about this SEVP regulation.