International Applicants
Immigration Documents
International applicants applying to the following online programs will not be able to obtain an I-20 to apply for an F1 Visa but may enroll while residing in their home: virtually only
- Health Informatics (HI)
- Post Professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate (PPOTD)
Additionally, the following conditions apply:
- SUNY Downstate does not sponsor student visas for online only programs.
- HI (online students only) and PPOTD students are not permitted on campus.
- Attendance at graduation is subject to U.S. Customs and Border Control policies, with no visa sponsorship from SUNY Downstate.
- Optional Practical Training (OPT) cannot be supported after program completion.
- If accepted, applicants who have received an F-1 Visa in an in-person program must maintain full-time student status every semester while enrolled.