****Statement of Understanding (Please read
entirely prior to hitting the SUBMIT button at the bottom of this page)***
Statement of
Understanding
(Revised August 2008)
Please read each statement carefully. By
agreeing to these conditions for admission, you understand fully the UCO
academic, administrative, and immigration regulatory policies to become a UCO
student on F-1 visa.
1.
I understand that I must submit all application forms and supporting
documents to the UCO Office of International Student Services (OISS) before the
deadline date listed. If my application failed to meet the deadline, it will be
considered for the next earliest semester.
2.
I understand that all information given on the application forms must be
accurate. Failure to list all colleges previously attended, or falsification of
application information or any of my academic records will result in my
suspension for academic misconduct and immediate dismissal from UCO.
3.
I understand that I must submit
official academic credentials from all schools I am currently attending and/or
have attended in the past. I understand that I must meet the grade point
average requirement for the program I intend to pursue .
4.
I understand that if English is not the primary vernacular in my country,
I must meet the English proficiency requirement outlined before the admission
will be granted. However, I may submit the application for admission to UCO
without having met the English requirement but only for evaluation of my
academic credentials. If I have met all the admission requirements except for
the English proficiency and wish to attend an intensive English program, I must
apply to the English language school approved by the State Board of Regents to
receive the I-20 and the provisional acceptance letter from UCO.
5.
I understand that if I enter the U.S. on I-20 issued by UCO, I must
enroll and complete 12 credit hours before I am eligible to transfer to another
institution in the U.S.
6.
I understand that during my first semester at UCO I must complete English
1153 – English Composition for Internationals. This class will help me in
cultural adjustment as well as improving my English skills. I further
understand that English 1223 should be completed during my second semester.
7. I
understand that I must be prepared to bring with me to UCO sufficient funds (a
minimum of $6,000 deposit) to cover tuition, fees, textbooks and supplies, and
health insurance for one sixteen-week semester. I further understand that
remaining funds must be at my disposal for my subsequent semester study at UCO.
I understand that I am required to bring additional funds for living expenses
separately, in addition to the deposit.
8.
I understand that if I am younger than 21 years old and have not
completed 32 semester credit hours, on-campus housing which includes meal plans
may be the best way to adjust to campus life.
9.
I understand that I must have made a housing arrangement, either reserved
a room with UCO Housing Office or with a friend off campus, prior to arrival in
the U.S.
10.
I understand that I must attend a mandatory informational meeting for new
students at the beginning of my initial semester at UCO.
11.
I understand it is very important to maintain my visa status by making
good academic progress at all times during my stay in the U.S. I am required to
enroll and complete successfully a minimum of 12 credit hours as an
undergraduate student during Spring and Fall semesters. I further understand
that while I am at UCO, I must comply with the university Code of Student
Conduct.
12.
I understand that I must be in proper status with the U.S. Immigration
and Customs Enforcement (ICE) while I am in the U.S.
If reinstatement of
F-1 visa status or change in visa classification is required, I must consult the
UCO Immigration Advisor and file appropriate application with the ICE. I will
not be permitted to enroll until I have completed all the paper work for
reinstatement of student status with the UCO Immigration Advisor. If I am
changing from any of other non-immigrant visa status to student visa status, I
will not be permitted to enroll until the ICE notification of approval is
received.
13.
I understand that I must maintain
a valid passport at all times by applying for the renewal at least 6 months
prior to its expiration .
14.
I understand that my I-20 must be valid throughout the duration of my
study. The extension must be requested at least 30 days prior to its expiration
at Office of International Student Services.
15.
I understand that I must always
provide the current address information to UCO and ICE by informing the Office
of International Student Services when there is any change either in my
residence in the U.S. or in my family address in my home country .
16.
I understand that my F-1 visa status will prohibit my engaging in
off-campus employment without prior authorization from the ICE. If I am found
to be working off-campus without a proper authorization, I will lose my visa
status and may face immediate deportation.
17.
I understand that I am required to have a health insurance coverage while
I am a student at UCO. This mandatory insurance plan is offered through UCO as
a part of my school fees.
18.
I understand that I must submit the proof of required immunization or
sign the waiver before enrollment.
19.
I understand that I am required to complete a tuberculosis skin test
during my first semester at UCO Student Health Center before I am permitted to
enroll for subsequent semesters. I understand that if X-Ray is required as the
result of testing, I must visit an off-campus facility at an appointed date and
time to meet the testing requirement for enrollment.
ADMISSION
STATEMENT AND AGREEMENT
I authorize any
educational institution to release to the University of Central
Oklahoma enrollment offices any information pertaining to my
academic and personal records. I agree to submit all required
credentials; failure to do so will result in my being denied
admission or readmission and will restrict release of my UCO
transcript until missing credentials are provided.
Failure to list all
colleges previously attended, or falsification of this application
or any of my academic records will result in my suspension for
academic misconduct and lead to my withdrawal from the University of
Central Oklahoma with complete forfeitures of fees.
I further agree as
a University of Central Oklahoma student to obey all University
rules and regulations made by properly constituted authorities and
realize dishonesty is unacceptable behavior, will not be tolerated
and may result in penalties up to and including expulsion from the
University.
I am submitting
this application electronically. By checking the following box I am
submitting my electronic signature of this agreement and confirming
that I have read, understand and
agree to the
conditions for admission, you understand fully the UCO academic,
administrative, and INS regulatory policies to become a UCO student
on F-1 visa
Yes
Yes
No
I
would like information about services for students with
disabilities.
Yes
No
I
am interested in living on campus. Please send me housing
information/contract if I am admitted to UCO.