Chapman University

International Student Services

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The ISS office at Chapman provides support to international students who are studying in the United States on an F-1 visa. This support includes:

  • Advising to maintain your immigration status.
  • Updating and processing of immigration documentation.
  • Assistance in getting started at Chapman and living in the United States.

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Ends Duration of Status and New Academic Restrictions

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has published a rule that ends “duration of status” (D/S) for F and J nonimmigrants, effective on September 15, 2026

The rule eliminates the D/S policy for international students, scholars, and dependents replacing it with a defined period of stay, plus a 30-day grace period. Anyone who wishes to remain in the U.S. beyond that time must apply to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for an extension of status (EOS). The rule also limits academic mobility such as changes in major or level of study.

For more information, see our page on this topic.

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Prepare for your first semester

Our office can assist you with the visa application process and moving to Southern California. Visit the Applying for Visa or Post-Arrival sections to get started!

Living in Orange County, California

All students study at our campuses in Orange County, California. You can learn more about the area from current students in our video!


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Maintaining Your Visa Status

As a sudent studying on an F-1 visa, you must meet certain obligations top maintain your status.Our Maintaining Your Status section will help you stay in compliance with those obligations.

Maintaining Your Status

  • Travel

    Whether you are traveling within the United States or out of the country, we can help make sure you stay compliant with immigration regulations.

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    Employment

    As an international student, you have several opportunities to be employed in the United States. Learn more about those opportunities below:

     

    Contact Us

    Find contact information for our office or make an appointment to meet with one of our team members.

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    International Student Services provides general guidance. Any advice provided to you by the ISS should not be construed as legal advice.

    Additionally, due to the fluid nature of governmental interpretation, government agencies such as USCIS/ICE/CBP may change their interpretation of immigration laws/regulations and eligibility requirements for benefits at any time. We will do our best to provide the most current guidance.

    Each case is fact-specific and it is advised that you contact an experienced immigration attorney if you have questions regarding your situation.