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Check out our FAQs page for more information on how to navigate COVID-19 changes relating to F-1 and J-1 status. 

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International Student Resources

As an F-1 student or J-1 exchange visitor in the U.S., we know you have a lot of new, and sometimes confounding, information to keep track of.  The OIS is here to help!  From employment, to F-1/J-1 status requirements, and even navigating leaves of absence, find the information you need to stay informed and maintain your status in the pages below.  If you have any questions, please email us at ois@amherst.edu.