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      Employment is divided into two categories by USCIS, on-campus and off-campus

    On-campus employment

    An international student may accept employment on the campus where he/she is currently enrolled in a full course of study. On-campus employment means work that is performed on the school premises including "on location" commercial organizations providing a service for the institution such as a food service and bookstores.

    On-campus work is limited to a maximum of 20 hours or less per week during the academic year and full time or 40 hours per week during vacation periods. Employment is not permitted after completion of the degree unless it is part of a designated practical experience suggested by the student's academic adviser.

    Students may apply for campus employment in any seminary department such as the United Library, Buildings and Grounds, or other specific offices that employ students. The student must have the necessary qualifications for the position and must interview with the supervisor of the department to be accepted for a job. If accepted for the position, the Dean of Students must be notified immediately. See Eligibility and Procedures.

    Off-campus employment

    A request to work off-campus may be based only on practical training required for completion of the degree or unforeseen severe economic hardship.

    Students may not work off-campus without permission from United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Most employers are aware of the regulations regarding employing F-1 students (non-resident aliens).

    A student requesting employment due to economic hardship must be able to demonstrate to the Dean of Students that she/he:

    1. Has been in F-1 status for one full academic year
    2. Has maintained a good academic standing, is enrolled full-time and the acceptance of employment will not interfere with course work.
    3. Can demonstrate that employment is necessary because of severe economic hardship due to unforeseen circumstances beyond the student's control.
    4. Has explored the possibility of on-campus employment and there are no opportunities sufficient to meet his/her needs.

    The Dean of Students must certify to the USCIS that on-campus employment is unavailable or insufficient to meet the student's needs. Appropriate USCIS forms must be completed and submitted to the regional USCIS office. Supporting documentation from the student and the adviser must be attached to the application requesting permission for employment. The USCIS will notify the student of the decision.

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