International Student Records

IMPORTANT: Information regarding F-1 status international student enrollment is reported to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) via the Student Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS). International students on a Lesley sponsored Form I-20 are required to keep the Lesley International Student Advisor apprised of any changes related to address or status within ten (10) days of change. They must maintain a full course of study every fall and spring semester with limited on-line classes, except during official school breaks or unless approved under a specific exception in advance by the Lesley Office of International Student Services (ISS).  International students not sponsored by the Lesley F-1 program should consult with their immigration attorney on compliance questions specific to their status. Lesley’s ISS is also able to provide an immigration attorney referral list upon request. It is the international student’s responsibility to maintain legal non-immigrant status.

Please visit https://lesley.edu/students/international-student-services-iss for more information.

• International students on a Lesley I-20 must comply with the F-1 enrollment requirement which imposes a maximum of three on-line credits each fall and spring semester.
• International students on a Lesley I-20, must obtain prior approval and a new I-20 before dropping below full-time of 9 credits for graduates or 12 credits for undergraduates. Contact International Student Services at iss@lesley.edu for assistance.
• International students on a Lesley I-20 must obtain approval from International Student Services before starting Curricular Practical Training (CPT).. A new I-20 will be needed to return to school. Contact iss@lesley.edu for assistance.
• International students wishing to return on F-1 non-immigrant status, must obtain a new I-20. Contact International Student Services at iss@lesley.edu for assistance.