student status, you must address your Form I-515A within the time provided to you. If you receive a Form I-515A, alert your designated school official (DSO) as soon as you arrive on campus. It is critically important you work with your DSO to address the Form I-515A within the 30 days given to you. For more information, you can visit US Department of Homeland Security website regarding the Form I-515A (https://studyinthestates.dhs.gov/what-is-a-form-i-515a).

To help you with a successful entry to the United States, we have some tips for your entry preparation:

  • Make sure you have the following documents with you in hand
  • Valid passport with a US visa stamp
  • Original signed Form I-20
  • Evidence of financial support
  • KSU admission/acceptance letter
  • Proof of payment of the SEVIS I-901 fee
  • Do not bring any restricted items like alcoholic beverages, firearms, fish, plants, seeds, soil, animal products, fruits, and vegetables.
  • Have in hand with you the contact information for KSU:
  • Ms. Keymia Herve (DSO), Director of International Student Advising and Transition Services

Office phone 502-597-5795, WhatsApp 954-560-5438; email

Keymia.herve@kysu.edu

  • Dr. Eric Yang (DSO), Director of International Affairs, office phone 502-597-6327, Cellphone 502-545-5003, Fax 502-597-6763, email eric.yang@kysu.edu