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Extending Your I-20
If you are an F-1 student who has not completed your degree requirements by the completion date noted on your most current I-20 you must apply for a Program Extension.
Any F-1 student who has continually maintained status and who has a compelling academic, medical or other reason for not completing the degree requirements by the completion date on the I-20 is eligible for a Program Extension. A "compelling reason" may include such things as a change of major or research topic, unexpected research problems, or a documented illness, which has interfered with full-time study. Academic suspension and probation are not considered acceptable reasons for a Program Extension.
You need to apply for an extension prior to your current I-20 expiring. ISSS will process extensions as early as one semester before the I-20 document will expire.
1. Complete the Program Extension Approval form
2. Submit the above form along with proof of finances to ISSS. Information related to the financial estimates and the affidivat required if you are using an account listed in someone else's name can be found on this Affidavit of Support form.
3. Approximately 7-10 business days after you submit the application you will receive an email informing you when your new I-20 is ready for pick up.
Note: If you fail to extend your program of study before the completion date listed on your I-20 you may lose your F-1 status, and lose student benefits such as on-campus employment and other employment benefits. If this happens, you must apply to USCIS for reinstatement. See an ISSS advisor for information on reinstatement.