Important Information About Your Visa Document Request

Once you accept your offer of admission, your information is automatically transferred to the International Services Office (ISO) system through a process initiated by your program or admissions liaison. This automated data transfer typically takes 1–2 business days, though in some cases it may take slightly longer.

After your information is received in the ISO system, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access the ISO Gateway and submit your request for an I-20 or DS-2019.

Please note:

• Each academic program has its own timeline for initiating this data transfer.
• The earliest the ISO typically begins contacting students is late February or March, even for early admits.
• If you have not received an email from the ISO within 10 days of accepting your admission offer, we recommend reaching out to your designated admissions advisor for assistance.

We appreciate your patience as we coordinate with your program to begin the visa sponsorship process.

Applicants must submit documentation demonstrating sufficient liquid funds to cover the estimated cost of attendance for one academic year. Furthermore, they must provide evidence of financial resources to support the cost of attendance for the remaining duration of their program. Acceptable sources of funding include personal savings, financial support from family, scholarships, stipends, or sponsorships from third-party entities such as government agencies, employers, or nonprofit organizations. For more information, please review the Financial Documentation Requirements for International Students.

You must submit the following:

Bank Statement:

• A statement issued by your financial institution within the last six months. It must include:
  • Bank’s address and phone number
  • Account holder’s name
  • Date the account was opened
  • Current balance
  • Funds must be in liquid assets (e.g., checking or savings accounts).

Note: Investment or retirement accounts are not acceptable unless the sponsor is retired and can access the funds without penalty.

For ongoing financial support, you should provide:

• Income Statements or Pay Stubs:
  Recent documentation showing the sponsor’s income.
• Statements of Holdings or Investments:
  Documents reflecting the current value of the sponsor’s financial assets.
• Sponsor’s Employment Verification:
  A letter on official company letterhead, written in English, confirming the sponsor’s employment and annual salary in U.S. dollars.
  • • If the sponsor is self-employed, a statement from a bank or certified accountant confirming the sponsor’s self-employment status, business capacity, and annual income.
      Note: Only 50% of the reported income will be considered, to account for sponsor expenses.

Sponsors living in the U.S. who are not citizens must provide:

• Immigration Documents:
  Copies of their current immigration documentation (e.g., I-94, visa stamp).
• Passport Copy:
  A copy of the biographical page of the passport, including expiration date.

Yes, if your spouse or dependents will accompany you for the duration of your academic program or an extended period, they will require non-tourist visas.. You must demonstrate additional funds as follows:

• $5,000 USD for a spouse
• $3,000 USD for each child

Acceptable documents include, but are not limited to:

• Bank statements or official bank letters
• Loan approval letters
• Scholarship award letters
• Financial aid award notices
• Financial guarantees from home governments or sponsors

All financial documents must:

• Be dated within the last 12 months
• Show funds available for immediate withdrawal (e.g., checking or savings)
  • Note: Investment accounts, mortgage documents, or lines of credit are not accepted.
• Be written in English, or accompanied by a certified English translation
• Clearly indicate the monetary currency