Criteria for Admissions – Taking the first steps
After thinking it over, you’ve decided to go to the United States to continue your education. But where to begin? Know what you need to do to start the admissions process and let us help you take those first steps before applying for a visa.
A college education can be expensive. And trying to figure out how to pay for it can be challenging. At Southeastern, we’ve streamlined our scholarship process with guaranteed four-year scholarship packages for beginning freshmen who qualify based on their ACT or SAT scores and secondary school grade point averages.
Housing Options- Your home away from home
Whether you decide to live on or off campus, international students have many choices when it comes to living in Hammond.
Applying for a Visa – Knowing what to do
Applying for a visa to enter the United States can be a confusing process. Don’t get overwhelmed with knowing what to do or where to go. Let us guide you through the process after you have been admitted to Southeastern.
Financial Matters – Anticipating the unexpected
Now that you have been accepted to Southeastern, received your visa, and are starting to pack, don’t forget about those overlooked expenses that you might face once you arrive.
Preparing for Travel – Don’t forget to …
Whether or not this is your first stay in the U.S., you certainly have a lot on your mind as you get organized. It is a very busy and exciting time as you say your goodbyes to friends and family.To soothe your pre-departure worries, review our travel information so that you know what not to forget, when to arrive, and how to get here.
ARO: Alternate Responsible Officer. Acts as an advisor and maintains SEVIS record of J-1 exchange visitors.
DHS: Department of Homeland Security. Has jurisdiction over immigration services as well as other functions.
DS-2019: Issued by foreign student advisor for students who wish to apply for the J-1 exchange student/scholar visa.
DSO: Designated School Official. Acts as an advisor and maintains SEVIS record of F-1 students.
I-20: Issued by foreign student advisor for students who wish to apply for the F-1 visa. Notes program of study and duration of status.
I-94: A Department of Homeland Security Arrival/Departure Record issued to aliens who are admitted to the U.S., who are adjusting status while in the U.S., or extending their stay, among other things.
NOTE: Changes to the process of receiving I-94 Admission number went into effect in April 2013. Please go to U.S. Customs and Border Protection for information on how to obtain your number.
ICE: Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Responsible for immigration inspections, border patrol, and customs services.
PDSO: Principle Designated School Official.
RO: Responsible Officer.
SEVIS: (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System) A web-based solution, to track and monitor schools and programs, students, exchange visitors and their dependents while approved to participate in the U.S. education system.
