POLICY TITLE: International Student Policy

APPLIES TO: International Students (Undergraduate, Graduate, Exchange, and Visiting)

ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY: Office of Global Strategies and International Affairs

APPROVED BY:

President Koffi C. Akakpo (Interim Approval)

EFFECTIVE DATE:

September 26, 2025

EXPIRATION DATE:

Sixth Months from Approval if Not Renewed or Made Permanent

NEXT REVIEW DATE:

POLICY STATEMENT:

Kentucky State University (KSU) provides academic opportunities for international students in compliance with federal law and University regulations. This policy ensures international students are supported with clear admission procedures, visa processes, and ongoing guidance to maintain lawful status and academic success.

This policy applies to all F-1 and J-1 international students enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, degree, non-degree, and exchange programs.

DEFINITIONS:

International Student: A student who is not a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, admitted on an F-1 or J-1 visa.

Form I-20: Certificate of Eligibility for F-1 student visa status, issued by KSU as a SEVP-certified institution.