International Students FAQs

Congratulations, you’re a 'Cane! But now what? You have questions. We have answers. Here are the most common questions we get from newly admitted international students.

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Are international students eligible for financial aid?

All admitted students received information related to their need- and merit-based financial aid award. Please be sure to review that award carefully. Any questions related to merit-based aid can be sent to intladmission@miami.edu and questions related to need-based aid should be sent to newstudentaid@miami.edu. Finally, click here for information on the International Student Grant available through the Office of Financial Assistance and Student Employment.
How do I obtain my Initial Form I-20?

Please log into your Applicant Portal with your student credentials and review your Road to UM (RTUM) checklist for more details.
How long will it take to obtain my Initial Form I-20?

The Initial Form I-20 will be issued to admitted international students within a minimum of 10 business days from the date that the appropriate documentation is completed, submitted, and verified by the Office of Undergraduate Admission.
What supporting documentation is necessary to obtain my Initial Form I-20?
- Nonrefundable enrollment deposit
- Photocopy of the biographical page of your current valid passport (an example from the Department of Homeland Security )
- Bank or government sponsorship letter (Sample Bank Letter / Sample Sponsor Letter)
  - Types of acceptable proof of financial support
- SEVIS Transfer Form, if applicable
If I am already in the United States, how do I obtain my most recent Form I-94?

Please review this Department of Homeland Security webpage.
How do I pay my SEVIS transfer fee?

Please review this video from the Department of Homeland Security.
How long will it take to get my visa appointment?

Wait times for visa appointments vary by location. Please review this U.S. State Department website for wait times near you.

Please note that the Office of Undergraduate Admission is here to support you from your application until you arrive on campus. Once you arrive on campus for your start term, you will receive an advisor in the Office of International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS). For more information related to how ISSS will support you upon arrival, please review their website for newly admitted students.

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