Supporting Student and Scholar Immigration Requests
Academic departments play an important role in supporting immigration-related requests
for international students and scholars. Many immigration benefits require verification
from faculty, supervisors, or departmental administrators to confirm academic relevance,
employment details, or funding arrangements. This section provides guidance on completing
CPT course confirmations, preparing employment verification letters, and supplying
funding documentation needed to support immigration processes. Understanding these
requirements will help ensure that requests are processed accurately and efficiently
while maintaining compliance with federal regulations.
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CPT Course Confirmation
Faculty and academic departments can verify that a proposed internship, practicum,
or training experience is directly related to a student's curriculum. Learn when CPT
course confirmation is required and how to submit it.
Access guidance on preparing employment letters needed to support immigration benefits
and work authorization requests. Review required content and sample language to help
ensure accurate documentation.
Learn when departments must provide funding information to support immigration requests.
Review documentation requirements for appointments, financial support, and visa sponsorship
processes.
