Jenzabar University

Prospective International Students

Interested in studying with Cambridge College? Learn more about the application process and required documents, or contact an Admissions Counselor for assistance.

Go to Prospective International Students

Current International Students

Already a member of the Cambridge College community? The International Student Office is here to support you throughout your educational journey.

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Maintaining F-1 Status

International students must act in accordance with the rules and regulations set forth by the US Department of Homeland Security. Each international student at Cambridge College are held responsible for following these 10 rules:

1. To enter the United States, use the I-20 issued by Cambridge College.
2. Students are responsible for keeping their passport and I-20 valid at all times. Any time when there is a change in the information listed on I-20 (i.e., name, major, sponsor, etc.).
3. Students must maintain a full course of study during their first term, as well as every term from September to May. Undergraduate students must be enrolled in minimum of 12 credit hours per semester. Graduate students must be enrolled in minimum of 8 credit hours per semester.
4. When changing one educational level to another within Cambridge College (i.e., bachelor’s to master’s), a new I-20 must be issued to reflect the next degree level.
5. On-campus employment cannot exceed a total of 20 hours per week while school is in session.
6. Off-campus employment authorization may only be obtained from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) through the International Student Office. International students may not be employed off campus without authorization from USCIS.
7. In order to re-enter the United States when traveling abroad, student must obtain a Primary Designated School Official (PDSO) or a Designated School Official (DSO) signature on the I-20 prior to departure. New travel signature is required for each term.
8. Students are responsible for keeping track of the expiration date on their I-20. I-20 can be extended under certain circumstances.
9. Students must report a change of residence to the PDSO/DSO and the USCIS within 10 days of the change.
10. Students must file a tax form by April 15 for each year, regardless whether the student was employed during the previous year or not.

You can find more information about our International Student Services Office on this webpage.

Questions about maintaining your status? Email the International Student Office

Need to make an appointment with the International Student Office?

Click here to request a meeting.