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International Students
Information concerning Visa
Visa F-1: In order to be able to study in the United States it is necessary to obtain a student F-1 visa issued by the Embassy or the Consulate of the United States in your country.
When applying for the visa, you must present a passport, the I-20 form, and demonstrate that you have suitable economic solvency to be able to cover all expenses while studying.
Form I-20: After being accepted to Antillean, and after having made the required deposit of $4,000 to the University you will receive the I-20 form. At the Embassy or the Consulate of the United States you will be required to present the I-20 form, letter of acceptance from Antillean, and evidence of payment of the $100 fee for the I-190 that the Department of National Security of the United States (Homeland Security) requires.
United States requirements for all students with an F-1 visa are the following:
- The student must show evidence of economic solvency to cover expenses while studying. The student must register for no less than 12 credits each semester.
- After being officially registered the student will be able to work on campus a maximum of 20 hours per week (subject to availability).
- Dependents of the student, with visas F-2 will not be able to work.
- The student must attend at least a semester at the university as stipulated in the I-20 form used to enter the United States.
Services offered
- Office of Student Affairs:
The Office of Student Affairs assists International Students while they are in the United States and in Puerto Rico, providing guidance in regards to student life at the university, as well as everything related to their rights and responsibilities, according to immigration regulations. - Financial Responsibility:
It is necessary that you carefully plan your finances in order to successfully complete your studies. - Medical Insurance:
Enrolled International Students are required to have a medical plan. The university offers SSBV Health Care Plan. - Lodging:
Dormitories: For students under 21.
Apartments: Available for married students accompanied by their families.
Off-Campus: You may find rooms and apartments in the community at reasonable prices.
NOTE:
Students who wish to study at Antillean Adventist University are required to make a deposit of $4,000. This requirement must be completed before issuing the I-20 form, necessary to obtain an F-1 visa.
In addition, to be able to make your registration official, the registration fee must be paid in full. Should the student not receive the F-1 visa, the $4,000 deposit will be reimbursed after subtracting the cost of document shipment (DHL, Ex- Fed or any other used).
After completing the first year, the student's account will be accredited $500 each semester from the total amount of the required deposit. All international students are expected to make the registration fee payment like any other student.
Contact
- Tel.: 787.834.9595 ext. 2208
- Email: admissions@uaa.edu
- Address:
Admissions Office
Antillean Adventist University
PO Box 118
Mayagüez, PR 00681
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