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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Initial Documents

Learn about the initial documents you'll need for your visa application.
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Visa Process Resources

Learn about the process of applying for a student visa.
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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.

Deadlines: Application vs Admission

Learn more about the differences between application and admission deadlines here.

Reporting Your Arrival: SEVIS Check-in

As a new F-1 or J-1 student at LSU, one of the first things you need to do after arriving in the U.S. and/or Baton Rouge is to report your arrival to LSU and to the Department of Homeland Security. At LSU, this step is done by completing the SEVIS Check-in Form.

SEVIS Check-in Form Help Guide

This help guide provides a list of the information and materials that students need to provide to International Student Services for arrival reporting purposes.

Summer Admission: Important Notes

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

Travel to LSU and Accommodation

Once you have all items necessary to travel to LSU, you can make your airline reservations and prepare for your arrival to the United States and Louisiana! Learn more about the travel process here.

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.