General International Student Information

What To Do First?

Upon arrival, new and transfer students must contact the Office of Cultural Diversity to register.  Registration ensures that the F-1, I-20 remains valid.  The Office of Cultural Diversity will assist with contacting the correct office for:

1. Advising
2. Class Enrollment
3. Tuition Payment
4. Book Purchase

Contact the Student Exchange and Visitors (SEVIS) Designated School Officer (DSO) for an appointment at 270-534-3420.  

F-1 Student General Information

F-1 students must maintain full student status and be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours of classes every semester. If a reduced course load (RCL) is needed, the DSO will make the determination.  There are only three categories that will be considered in determining approval of an RCL:

1. Medical Excuse
2. For valid academic difficulties (allowed only in one semester during an entire degree program).
3. Final Semester of Degree Program --  for the duration of the degree program, students must keep the original of the most current I-20, passport and visa documents on hand at all times.