Apply for Your I-20

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Apply for Your I-20

Apply for Your I-20

The Form I-20 is one of the most important documents you will encounter as an F-1 international student. You must receive an I-20 before you can apply for a visa and enter the U.S. to study.

If you are a Change of Status student – meaning you are in the U.S. and will be changing status to F-1 from a different status without departing the country – you MUST reach out to the International Center before applying for your I-20!

I-20 application submission deadlines:

  Fall 2026 Spring 2027

For students outside the U.S. 

July 15, 2026 December 7, 2026

For current F-1 students already inside the U.S. 

September 1, 2026 January 19, 2027

Already in the U.S. on F-1 status at another university? CLICK HERE!

What is the I-20?

The Form I-20 is the Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant (F-1) Student Status. It is required to apply for and receive the F-1 visa. You must also obtain a Form I-20 for any eligible dependents you plan to bring to the United States with you.

Please see below for detailed instructions on how to access the Terra Dotta portal and apply for your Rowan-issued I-20.