Departments & Faculty
International Student Overview for USF Faculty and Staff
USF's international students (studying on F-1 or J-1 visas) are part of our diverse community and share a special connection with the university. Since USF has agreed to host these students and support them in obtaining a visa for study, the school takes on the important role of helping them stay on track with their visa requirements throughout their time here. These students have certain enrollment requirements and employment restrictions that can be important to keep in mind when advising them on academic and career options. Academic advisors, professors and staff from different departments often assist international students with letters and documentation for their visa status. To make this process easier, we’ve gathered resources on the most common topics you may come across when working with international students: