Congratulations on your admission to Texas Christian University!
All international students admitted to eligible degree programs will be issued a Form I-20 (Certificate of Eligibility for F-1 Student Status). In certain cases, students may qualify for J-1 Student Status instead. To learn more about the differences between the F-1 and J-1 visa categories, click here.
How to Receive Your Visa Document (DS-2019)
- Accept Your Admission Offer
Confirm your acceptance to a TCU in person degree program and submit any required enrollment deposits or fees. - Visa Sponsorship Initiation
After your program/admissions liaison initiates your visa sponsorship request with the International Services Office (ISO), you will receive an email from the ISO with instructions on how to submit your visa document request. The ISO will typically send this email within 24 hours of receiving the departmental request. - Submit Required Information via ISO Gateway
Complete the New International StudentDS-2019 Profile and upload all required documentation through the ISO Gateway (TCU’s international student portal). - Document Review and Processing
An ISO advisor will review your submission and, if everything is in order, your DS-2019 will be issued. Our standard processing time is within 5 business days of receiving a complete and error-free request. - Receive Confirmation and Next Steps
Once your document has been issued, you’ll receive a confirmation email with next steps, including guidance on scheduling your visa appointment and preparing for your arrival at TCU.