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All international students who are in F-1 and J-1 visa status must follow a set of immigration regulations as outlined by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in order to maintain the students international student status. The following rules and regulations is a guide to properly maintain international students status at MSUM.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requires all international students in F-1 and J-1 status to report address changes within 10 days of any move.
Celebrations of Nations is an annual event at MSUM in which international students set up booths to display art, clothing and information about their countries. The students also cook traditional foods to sample, provide entertainment of traditional music and dances, and the celebration ends with an outstanding fashion show.
Curricular Practical Training (CPT) is available only prior to the completion of your degree program and you must have a job offer at the time of application. CPT employment may not delay completion of the academic program.
Economic hardship option can be applied to international F-1 students who are experiencing severe financial hardship while studying the U.S. These students may be able to obtain off-campus employment authorization from United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) under certain conditions.
The MSUM Intercultural Center offers educational, social and cultural programming, collaborates with academic departments, administration, and the Fargo-Moorhead community, and provides opportunities to engage in dialogue on a wide range of topics related to international and domestic diversity and the experiences of diverse individuals.
The rules and regulations pertaining to employment for F-1 visa holders are complex. Before accepting any employment AND before working, please discuss your options with an immigration advisor. Unauthorized employment is very serious and will negatively impact your F-1 visa status. Your F-1 student visa permits you to work on campus at the university that issued your I-20 while you are enrolled in a full course of study. Your MSUM I-20 is your proof of work eligibility for on-campus employment at MSUM only. You must maintain F-1 status to be eligible for this employment benefit.
Students from certain Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) programs are eligible to apply for a 24 month extension. Students must notify MSUM International Student Services when you change employers, jobs titles and/or if you are unemployed during STEM OPT.
Optional Practical Training (OPT) is permission for off-campus employment granted by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS). OPT enables students to gain work experience in their field of study. Individuals must have the approved Employment card (EAD) before they can work.
If you have questions about intercultural center scholarships or how to search for additional scholarship opportunities, please contact the Office of Diversity & Inclusion or the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships.