![Prospective F-1 International Students](/sites/default/files/styles/default/public/2023-07/IMG_6156.jpg?itok=FHJzdZU9)
RUSH University welcomes international student applicants! Begin your application process here.
![New & Transfer F-1 Students](/sites/default/files/styles/default/public/2023-07/ISS-New-Transfer.jpg?itok=NHdXonY0)
Information for newly admitted RUSH University students on obtaining an F-1 visa, arriving in the U.S., transferring an I-20 and traveling when transferring an I-20.
![Current F-1 Students](/sites/default/files/styles/default/public/2023-07/ISS-Current-Students.jpg?itok=xTgXfGko)
Information on academic support services, maintaining F-1 student status, requesting a reduced course load, annual vacations and on-campus employment.
![Employment & Practical Training](/sites/default/files/styles/default/public/2023-07/ISS-Practical_0.jpg?itok=Y4d1_FaM)
Check here for information on applying for Curricular Practical Training (CPT), Optional Practical Training (OPT) or the STEM OPT Extension.
![ISS Forms and Student Resources](/sites/default/files/styles/default/public/2023-07/ISS-Student-Resources.jpg?itok=ESXdBGE6)
- ISS forms
- Life in Chicago
- International travel reminders
- Dependent (F-2) family members
- Federal guidance from the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP)