New Student Visa Documentation Process
Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions before you send an email.
Getting Your I-20 or DS-2019
International Student and Scholar Advising (ISSA) is responsible for the processing of visa eligibility documents and advising on immigration matters. ISSA works with students after they have been officially admitted to the University.
F-1 (I-20) vs. J-1 Student (DS-2019)
Learn about the key differences between F-1 and J-1 immigration requirements.
Transferring SEVIS Data from Another U.S. School
Transferring schools comes with legal and reporting requirements.
Change of Visa Status
Changing visa status can be done from inside or outside of the U.S.
Attending Penn State in non-F1 / J1 Visa Status
A Pennsylvania State University student who is not a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident is classified as an international student. Not all international students are in F-1 or J-1 visa status. The information below provides general guidelines on which visa statuses allow study.
Spouse and Children
We are excited to welcome your family to campus! There are some requirements and resources we'd like you to be familiar with.
Health Insurance
It is mandatory for all international students in F-1 and J-1 status and for their accompanying spouse and children to have health insurance.
Getting Your I-20 or DS-2019
International Student and Scholar Advising (ISSA) is responsible for the processing of visa eligibility documents and advising on immigration matters. ISSA works with students after they have been officially admitted to the University.
F-1 (I-20) vs. J-1 Student (DS-2019)
Learn about the key differences between F-1 and J-1 immigration requirements.
Transferring SEVIS Data from Another U.S. School
Transferring schools comes with legal and reporting requirements.
Change of Visa Status
Changing visa status can be done from inside or outside of the U.S.
Attending Penn State in non-F1 / J1 Visa Status
A Pennsylvania State University student who is not a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident is classified as an international student. Not all international students are in F-1 or J-1 visa status. The information below provides general guidelines on which visa statuses allow study.
Spouse and Children
We are excited to welcome your family to campus! There are some requirements and resources we'd like you to be familiar with.
Health Insurance
It is mandatory for all international students in F-1 and J-1 status and for their accompanying spouse and children to have health insurance.
