University of Michigan - Flint

International students in F or J status must maintain full time enrollment. For continuing students, Spring/Summer is generally considered the vacation term while the main academic year is Fall and Winter terms. During the academic year, Undergrad students must take 12 credits, Grad students must take 6 credits.

In some cases, international students may receive permission from the U-M International Center to drop below full-time enrollment, including reduced course load, full time equivalency for graduate students, and concurrent enrollment.

There are a few options for verification of student status. If you need proof of your enrollment, Office of the Registrar may issue an official enrollment certification for course registration. Your academic department may also be a helpful source to verify your program progress or academic standing. The International Center offers an “enrollment letter” that verifies your F-1 immigration status. You can request this by stopping by our office.

If you need longer than the end date listed on your current I-20 to complete your program, you must request an “Extension” of your I-20 to continue your studies. To do so, please submit a request form.

You should meet with an International Student Advisor to request extension before your current I-20 expires. For more information about maintaining legal status, see “Maintaining Legal F-1 Status” regarding I-20.