UNF English Language Program Streamlines the I-20, F-1 Visa Process for International Students
The University of North Florida's English Language Program in Jacksonville has developed a comprehensive 12-step checklist to help prospective students cut through red tape and streamline getting their I-20 and F-1 student visa.
Jacksonville, FL (PRWEB) July 21, 2005 -- International students have found
it a lot tougher to enter the United States to study since the September 11
terrorist attacks. In a continuing effort to streamline the enrollment process,
the University of North Florida’s English Language Program recently developed a
comprehensive 12-step checklist to help students cut through the red tape and
make getting their I-20 and F-1 student visa faster and easier.
"The
process, which once took only a matter of hours, began taking several months
after nine-eleven," said Ruth Harrold, director of the English Language Program
at the University of North Florida (UNF) in Jacksonville. "That’s why we
developed our I-20, F-1 visa checklist, which is downloadable from our website
(www.studyenglishinusa.com/student_visa_checklist.pdf).
"The checklist lays out the total process, step by step," she said, "and
includes tips and insights for successfully getting through it. This includes
making application to the school, securing the form I-20 and submitting a
statement of financial responsibility, satisfying the U.S. Department of
Immigration and Customs Enforcement requirements, making an appointment to go to
the U.S. embassy or consulate office, having a successful interview, and what to
do if you get denied.
"Advisers in our English Language Program are
available at every step in the I-20, F-1 visa process to answer questions, give
advice and help qualified students in any way possible," she said.
"Our
staff is thoroughly trained to assist either in person, by telephone, through
e-mail, or via our program’s website. We provide accurate, complete, and timely
information not only about our English Language Program but also sound guidance
on how best to get enrolled. We receive constant updates about United States
immigration law and security requirements, so we’re fully equipped to provide
guidance on the student visa application process, the interview and anything
else," said Harrold.
Since 1997 nearly 1,000 international students from
35 nations have studied English at the University of North Florida in
Jacksonville. Students can choose from beginning or advanced, full-time or
part-time, academic, business or vocationally-oriented programs, as well as
programs for working professionals who need to upgrade their positions back home
or professionals who need to obtain their licenses to practice in the United
States.
For more information, contact:
University of North Florida /
Division of Continuing Education
English Language Program-Institute
(ELP-ELI)
12000 Alumni Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224-2678
Phone:
904.620.4281
Fax: 904.620.4210
Website: www.studyenglishinusa.com
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Source : http://www.prweb.com/releases/2005/7/prweb263413.htm