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The College of Idaho is certified by the U.S. government to host F-1 visa holders. The following entities all work to enforce and monitor international student immigration: Department of Homeland Security (DHS); Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE); Customs and Border Protection (CBP); U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS); and the Department of State (DoS).
The official program associated with this is called the Student & Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP), and collaborates specifically with DHS to oversee the Student & Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS). SEVIS is the web-based system that the government uses to maintain all information regarding F-1 visa students studying in the U.S.
At The College of Idaho, we want to ensure our F-1 Visa students are set on a path to be as successful as possible while at the College. As it is the responsibility of each student to be familiar with the immigration requirements related to their status, our DSO Office will help you avoid violating your F-1 status and navigate various immigration-related issues throughout your academic career at the College. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to our DSO Team!
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Rhodes Scholars, 18 Truman, Fulbright and Goldwater Scholars, 3 Governors and 1 Pulitzer Prize winner among our illustrious alumni.
Countries and 23 U.S. states represented among the College’s student body.
In Social Mobility by U.S. News & World Report, highlighting our dedication to empowering students from diverse backgrounds, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
As The College of Idaho is certified by the U.S. government to host F-1 visa holders, become familiar with the immigration requirements related to the F-1 status to ensure you are set on a path to be as successful as possible while at the College.
Yaxeny Lopez ‘24, Ange Emmanuel Beure ‘22 and Anna Lobworong ‘22 share their experiences at The College of Idaho in their native language.
I chose The College of Idaho because of its tight-knit community. I always wanted to study in a college where I could know my professors and have face-to-face interactions with my peers. I recall my first phone call with my admissions counselor. Despite the fact that I was on a Zoom call in China, he introduced me to classmates and took me around campus with his phone. It was a life-changing experience as I made the decision to enter this prominent institute.
B.A in Business Administration with minors in Communication and Health Promotion and a specialization in Finance.
Model UN has been both a rewarding and challenging learning experience. As a biomedical sciences major with no background in international political economy, I was initially intimidated by the idea of representing countries whose foreign policies I often knew little about. However, with the exceptional training from Dr. Dayley and the support of my peers, I was able to quickly adapt and thrive in the program. This led to several successful UN simulations, where I contributed to passing progressive resolutions.
B.A. in Biomedical Science with minors in Psychology & Health and Spanish.
The moment I set foot in college, I knew that I needed more than just an education; I craved a sense of belonging and community. Fortunately, The College of Idaho provided me with exactly that – a tight-knit, supportive YoteFam of faculty and students who were dedicated to helping me reach my full potential. The people here take a leap of faith in each other, lifting each other up and celebrating their differences.
B.A. in Business Administration and Computer Science with a minor in Theatre.
I appreciate The College of Idaho for providing me with a family so far from home and a family of my own choosing, no less. I was able to experience new faces as well as some familiar ones in a safe and comfortable environment. I am challenged daily by the cadre of dedicated professors who have pushed my abilities to their furthest extent and have been paragons of pedagogy to me in my academic exploits.
B.A. in Business Administration and Political Economy with minors in Natural Science and Philosophy.
What I’ve come to appreciate the most is the diverse atmosphere present at the College. Serving as the AFRO Club President, I was able to offer a safe environment that celebrated culture and inclusivity for our students while also improving my personal leadership skills. I was able to immerse myself in my studies and campus involvement, while also pursuing excellence above all.
B.A in Business Administration and International Political Economy with minors in Communication and Environmental Studies.
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