Overview
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This page explains how to submit the required documentation in order to verify the semester of graduation for the following purposes: purpose of applying for Optional Practical Training verificationif the Form I-20 needs ot be shortened before the student may apply for OPT. For help with this process, please contact International Programs at international@uwf.edu. |
Instructions
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Log into MyUWF to Access the International Student Graduation Verification Form
The form can be downloaded below.
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Indicate the purpose of the verification form. Check all reasons that apply.
- Insurance Verification
- Optional Practical Training Verification
Submit the form to your Academic Advisor
You must be logged into MyUWF to access the International Student Graduation Verification Form. Once logged into MyUWF, click the linked text to open the International Student Graduation Verification Form.
Complete The Student Section of the Form
You will complete the student information portion of the form. See the example below of the student information. Name and UWF ID will autofill. You will need to confirm your academic major. Click Next at the bottom of the page to submit the form. You will sign the form electronically.
UWF Registrar Review
The UWF Registrar will complete the Registrar Section of the formYour academic advisor completes and signs Part 2, verifying the expected date of program completion.
Below is an example of a correctly completed Graduation Verification Form.
Submit the Graduation Verification Form
This includes confirming if you have submitted an application for graduation and the semester (Fall, Spring or Summer) and year for which your graduation application has been submitted. The Registrar selects the next button at the bottom of the page and electrically signs the form.
International Programs Review
International Programs will review your formSubmit the completed form to international@uwf.edu or drop it off at the International Center. International Programs will review your documentation, shorten your program and issue a new I-20 with an updated end date if necessary. Students should simultaneously review and submit the OPT Start Date Request Form. When International Programs has completed the review and confirmed a new Form I-20 has been issued, they will click next and electronically sign and complete the form. You should maintain communication with International Programs while the form is pending and when it has been completed.
Please note that it : It is important to for you to keep all Forms I-20 for your records. You will need them to apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT).
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