Proof of Financial Resources | international@uwf.edu
| Request an I-20 The first step is to submit a copy of your passport and proof of financial support for your study program. When this is complete, you will receive your I-20 by email. If you plan to transfer your I-20 to UWF, please review Steps to Transfer an I-20 | We recommend that you complete this step as soon as possible so that you can schedule a visa appointment. If your plans change, please email international@uwf.edu with details.
Scholarships and Funding Opportunities Awards and Scholarships: Undergraduate International Affairs Scholarships and Linkages Graduate Funding Opportunities Additional Scholarship Information Please note that F-1 students are not eligible for federal work study and some types of aid or scholarships. It is important to read the eligibility requirements for each opportunity.
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Apply for your VISA |
international@uwf.edu | Schedule a Visa Appointment There are several steps to apply for a visa. You need your I-20 to make the appointment. Please consult the instructions on the embassy or consulate website for information for that location. If the earliest visa appointment is too late for you to arrive on time: 1 Schedule the first available appointment 2. Follow the instructions to schedule an emergency visa appointment You can find more information on the website of your embassy or consulate | Four Steps to Help You Apply for a Visa Five Ways to Prepare for your Visa Interview 10 Points to Remember When Applying for a Student Visa This resource also has videos available through some US Embassy websites.
If you have a valid F-1 visa, you may use it to enter the United States. |
F-1 Check-in | Check In Steps for F-1 Students | All new international students, including transfer students, must complete check in with UWF International Affairs. Most of the check in steps can be done before you arrive in Pensacola. | After you complete check in, you will get a new I-20. This I-20 shows CONTINUED ATTENDANCE. This means that you are enrolled and studying at UWF. |
Health Insurance | international@uwf.edu | Maintaining Required Insurance as an F-1 or J-1 Student
You can enroll in a Pre-approved insurance plan by the UWF. OR You can Use your Own Insurance, as long as you complete a waiver form by the deadline. | After the posted waiver deadlines: - alternative insurance WILL NOT be accepted.
- Students will need to enroll in the IFS plan for UWF students.
Resources to understand US Healthcare and Insurance UWF Student Health Services Frequently Asked Questions Local Urgent Care and Emergency Room Facilities - If you are experiencing an emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room (ER).
- For non-emergency care, visit Student Health Services, an urgent care or doctor's office.
Overview of the US Healthcare System for International Students
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Transfer your I-20 to UWF | international@uwf.edu | Contact your current international student advisor. They need a copy of your admission letter to transfer your I-20 to the University of West Florida. Transferring a Form I-20 to UWF This page has Transfer Instructions and the UWF SEVIS school code. | Email international@uwf.edu to inform the advising team that you will be transferring your I-20. |
Arrival at a US Port of Entry
Arrive in Pensacola | international@uwf.edu | You should always present your I-20 to a Customs and Border Protection Officer when you arrive in the US and state to the officer that you are entering as an F-1 student.
Arrive in Pensacola If you arrive by plane, you can take a taxi, Uber or Lyft to your room. UWF International Affairs is not able to provide airport pick up. If you plan on using bank cards and accounts from abroad, make sure they will work in the U.S. before travel. You will only need cash for food, taxi services, and emergencies. Do not travel with large amounts of cash. After you have your new address, you may open a checking account at a local bank.
| I-94 Arrival Form The Form I-94 shows your current admission to the U.S. You must print a new copy each time you arrive in the U.S. Contact International Programs immediately if your I-94 does not show D/S or Duration of Status for the Admit Until Date. Check out Study in the States for more information and the link to print your I-94: F-1 Students: Remember to Check for “D/S” on Your Form I-94.
UWF Campus Map If you are confirmed to live on campus, enter the building number or the name of your residence hall. Google Maps If you are living off campus, be sure to have the correct street address. |
