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• J-1 Regulations by Department of Justice, INS.
• Immigration Basics for J-1 Students handout by ISS.
• J-1 Reinstatement handout by ISS on reinstatement regulations and application procedure.
  If you fall out of status, speak to an ISS advisor as soon as possible.
  Proof of Financial Support is required; refer to Estimated Expenses for 2009.
• Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status: Form I-539 used for change of status and reinstatement.

A J-1 student can co-enroll in two schools. Please read the instructions and fill out the form in the ISS handout:

• J-1 Co-enrollment (Concurrent)

Students requesting permission to attend classes at another university during a vacation while remaining an J-1 student at Texas A&M University should request Other School Enrollment Letter through the Online Letter Request System.

An extension of program application must be submitted to ISS before the Form DS-2019 expires. Please read the ISS handout:

• J-1 Extension of Program

Proof of Financial Support is required; refer to Estimated Expenses for 2009.

A J-1 student may be considered out of legal immigration status if the J-1 student drops below full-time enrollment without prior approval from ISS. To see options regarding your full-time enrollment and how to meet DHS requirements to maintain your legal status, please refer to the chart in:

• Compliance with Full Time Enrollment Rules

Any J-1 student who wishes to drop below full-time enrollment should complete the form below. The authorized exceptions to the full course of study requirement and the rules for reduced course load are included in this ISS handout:

• J-1 Reduced Course Load Form