Incoming Students

Information for international students who are applying to LSU or were recently admitted.

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Costs and Finances

Find information about the financial documents you need to provide to qualify for an LSU I-20 or DS-2019.
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I-20 and DS-2019

Learn about the LSU documents for F-1/J-1 visa applications, maintaining F-1/J-1 status as a SEVIS transfer, or if seeking a change of status with USCIS to F-1 student status.
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Visa Process Resources

Learn about the process of applying for a student visa.
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Travel and Arrival

F-1 and J-1 students who are new to LSU can find travel information and next steps to take after arriving to the United States and LSU.
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Pinned Article Pre-Arrival Checklist: Next Steps after Academic Admission

Once you have been officially and unconditionally admitted to LSU, there are several steps you need to take to officially let us know you plan to attend LSU and to prepare for your first semester. This Pre-Arrival Checklist will take you through those steps.

Important Deadlines

LSU and ISS have different deadlines depending on when an applicant intends to join LSU. View a chart for the admission deadlines and the deadlines to request an I-20/DS-2019 based on the semester of admission.

Summer Admission: Important Notes

If you are considering starting your studies at LSU during a summer semester, please view these important notes.

Changing Status to F-1 Student

Individuals who are admitted to LSU and are in another non-immigrant visa category may need or want to change their status to F-1 student. This article explains the options on how admits can change status, provides timelines and costs, and gives links to additional resources.