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SPECIAL REGISTRATION & TRAVEL What to Bring When you enter or depart from the U.S, bring the items below: REQUIRED: -Passport -I-94 -I-20 (for F-1) or DS-2019 (for J-1) with a current travel signature from your advisor -any other form of government-issued identification you have, e.g. driver's license, state ID card, national identity card OPTIONAL: -proof of residence, e.g. apartment lease or rental agreement, transcript of academic courses showing current address -Credit Card, if any -PSU Transcript (you can print this from Banweb / PSU Information System) -status letter from your international student advisor if you have had past problems with your academic or immigration status At the Portland airport: Check in, go through security and proceed to your departure gate (where your plane is waiting). At the departure gate use a telephone in the area, or your mobile phone, to call the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Officer. The officer will meet you at your gate. Allow extra time for security and your interview. If you are leaving from an airport other than Portland check the travel information posted outside of 101 East Hall for specific instructions. The immigration officer may ask questions about your studies, where you live, or other information, which you must answer. The immigration officer may record your answers. The immigration officer may ask you to produce other information or documents at a later time. Do NOT board your plane until you have met with the immigration officer. Portland Airport Customs and Border Protection (CBP): 503-326-3230 ___________________________________________________________ ***We strongly recommend that you try to arrange your travel, if possible, so that you depart the U.S. from the Portland Airport, as our office has a good working relationship with CBP at the Portland airport.*** 4. SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS The ISSS administers 3 scholarships that are available to qualified F -1 and J-1 students: International Student Retention Scholarship The International Cultural Service Program Scholarship: http://www.icsp.pdx.edu The Keith Morden Memorial Scholarship The International Admissions office administers 1 scholarship: The International Achievement Scholarship Many of these scholarships require that students maintain a minimum GPA and are sometimes based on financial need. A full list of the scholarships specifically for international students and the accompanying application information can be found at: http://oia.pdx.edu/intl_students/scholarships Diversity Scholarships recognize students who demonstrate outstanding achievement, service to school and community, leadership qualities and the potential to contribute to the diversity of the campus community. A specific goal of the scholarship is to attract and support students from diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to the learning environment by sharing their strengths and diverse perspectives. International students often qualify for these scholarships as well. Another great resource for information on national scholarships is http://www.fastweb.com. (While many scholarships are available only to U.S. citizens, there are often a few scholarships that are available to international students as well. Be sure that any scholarships of interest to you are not limited to applicants with U.S. citizenship). You should also check with your academic department and to look at the PSU Scholarship website: http://www.sa.pdx.edu/scholarships/
TEXT BOOKS & TUITION 3. TEXTBOOK & TUITION Textbooks are available from the PSU Bookstore, located on the corner of SW Fifth Ave. and Montgomery Street. Full refunds are given for returned books during a short time at the beginning of each term. SAVE YOUR RECEIPTS for proof of purchase when returning books. Your used books may be sold back for a percentage of the price paid at the end of each term. Ask for details at the PSU bookstore. Student Finances Tuition and Fees Tuition and fees are determined by the State Board of Higher Education and are subject to change. Each year, the Offices of Admissions and International Student and Scholar Services determine how much money international students will need for tuition, fees and other normal living expenses. For more information on tuition and fees see: www.pdx.edu/registration/tuition.html How to Pay Tuition and Fees You have four options for paying: 1. Online: You can pay using the PSU Information System for $25.00 at http://banweb.pdx.edu 2. U.S. Mail: You can send a check in the mail. 3. In Person: You can visit the Cashier’s windows in the Neuberger Hall lobby and pay using cash or checks. (Note: during the first several weeks of each term, lines can be very long.) Tuition and Fees Payment Policy All students who enroll incur a financial obligation. Oregon University System and Portland State University policies require payment of tuition and fees by the designated due date. Students who cannot meet fee payment deadlines may choose the Revolving Charge Account Plan. For more information on the payment policy see: http://www.pdx.edu/bao/payments Students are financially responsible for all classes for which they are registered prior to the second week of each term. Students who discover that they cannot attend must cancel their registration prior to the second week of each term to avoid financial obligation. Tuition Refunds Students may receive a complete to a partial refund of their tuition, depending on when they drop a course. For more information on tuition refunds see: http://www.pdx.edu/bao/tuition-refunds II. EMPLOYMENT OPTIONS 1. On-Campus Employment On-Campus Employment is granted to full-time students so long as it will not interfere with the student’s full program of study or delay the degree. Permission must be obtained from ISSS before beginning work. At your request, we will review your eligibility and then issue a letter authorizing you to work on campus. If you do not already have one, you will need to present this letter (along with a letter of offer from your employer) to the Social Security Administration Office to obtain a Social Security Number. You can find your closest Office here : http://www.ssa.gov/ The PSU Human Resources Office will also need to see your on campus employment authorization letter. Federal regulations limit your on-campus employment to 20 hours per week while classes are in session. While you are in your annual vacation term, you may work full time on campus even if you choose to take a class or two (if you are enrolled full time in a term which would have been your vacation term, then you are not allowed to work full time on campus). International students are not eligible for “work study” positions on campus. A listing of work study positions can be found in the Office of Financial Aid in the Lobby of Neuberger Hall and at Human Resources Office, which is located at 1600 SW 4th Ave., Suite 518. New international students are eligible to work on-campus as soon as they report to the Office of International Student and Scholar Services, but no sooner than 30 days prior to the start of the term. Transfer students may work on campus as soon as PSU has issued an I-20 for them. Located within the Career Center, the Student Employment Office posts hundreds of part-time jobs, many of which are degree related. Please note that you MAY NOT work off-campus without prior authorization from ISSS and/or the USCIS. For more information contact: The Career Center 617 SW Montgomery University Services Building Room 402 askcarc@pdx.edu 503-725-4613 EMPLOYMENT OPTIONS
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