Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) from International Students about the ...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) from International Students about the

Young Scholar Program (YSP)

Thank you for your interest in the Young Scholar Program (YSP) at UC Davis. International students who participate in the program have additional requirements required to enter and stay in the United States while they participate in the program. The following Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) may help you decide whether or not to participate.

Q: What if I am an international student who is already studying inside the U.S.? A: If you are already in the United States, please contact Services for International Students and Scholars at siss@ucdavis.edu for more information on how to participate in the YSP.

Q: What timeline should international students expect once accepted to the YSP? A: Because the time required to obtain a U.S. visa varies based on the availability of visa appointments and because some visas require additional time to process, it is very important to get an I-20 as soon as possible. To allow adequate time, international students wishing to participate in the program should:

? By April 15th: Accept their offer of admission and pay the required deposit. ? By April 20th: Once assigned a University ID, request an I-20 by submitting a copy of the passport and

funding required (instructions will be emailed to you). ? Mid-May: Once the I-20 is received, the student and parent must sign the I-20 acknowledging that they

will follow all F-1 student regulations, pay the SEVIS I-901 fee and make a visa appointment. We recommend checking the current wait time for obtaining a visa as well as prepare for your visa interview. ? Enter U.S. with F-1 visa May 20th-June 19th: Wait to make travel arrangements until the visa has been issued OR make sure the travel plans can be adjusted if the visa takes longer than expected.

Q: What items can be prepared while waiting to be accepted to the YSP? A: Minimum requirements for an I-20:

? The student should have a passport which is not expiring until at least 2017. ? A recent bank statement no older than 3 months old showing the amount of at least the program expense

of $6,200 plus the cost of any health insurance purchased for the duration of the program. ? If the funds are not in the student's bank account, prepare a letter from the owner of the bank account

stating that they will sponsor the cost of the YSP for the student.

Q: Do international students have any additional costs to participation in the YSP? A: Yes. There is a $159 UC Davis fee, a SEVIS I-901 fee, a visa fee, and any additional costs associated with maintaining the required health insurance.

Q: What are the health insurance requirements for international students participating in the YSP? A: International students are required to have health insurance that covers at minimum:

? Medical benefits per accident or illness of at least: $100,000 minimum ? Repatriation of Remains: $25,000 ? Expenses related to Medical Evacuation: $50,000 ? Deductible per accident or illness not to exceed $500

SISS, UC Davis, University House, One Shields Avenue, Davis, CA 95616 530-752-0864 siss.ucdavis.edu

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Q: What should you expect during your visa interview? A: You will be expected to bring documentation and answer questions during your interview:

? Bring your passport, I-20 signed by the student and the parent, original bank statement(s), sponsor letter(s) if applicable, your acceptance notification into the Young Scholar program, and anything else you were asked to bring when filling out the I-160 appointment request.

? Be prepared to answer questions about why you want to participate in the Young Scholar program at UC Davis and how you are prepared for the program.

? Be prepared to answer questions about how you will finance this program (show financial documents). ? Be prepared to talk about what you will do after the program is finished and what will bring you back to your

home country when you are finished. Most students talk about returning to school, family, investments (money in a bank account), or property (your home) to show strong ties to your home country.

Q: How early can an international student enter the U.S. to participate in the YSP? A: If the visa is issued in a timely manner, students can enter the U.S. up to 30 days before the program begins, but are not eligible to check in to the program before the program start date.

Q: Can parents accompany their international students to the U.S.? A: Yes, parents are welcome to accompany their students to the U.S. but will need their own visas.

Q: How can parents obtain a visitor visa? A: Visitors who are not eligible for a visa waiver must apply for a B-2 visa.

Q: Are there any additional requirements for international students once they arrive at UC Davis? A: Yes. International students must:

? Attend an orientation arranged by the YSP ? Activate their SEVIS record by completing an online check-in discussed during the mandatory orientation ? Maintain the required health insurance for the duration of the YSP ? Maintain their SEVIS status by fully participating in the YSP

Q: Can an international student stay in the U.S. following the completion of the YSP? A: Yes, students who complete the program must check out of the program on July 30th, but are not required to leave the U.S. until the end of their 60 day grace period.

Q: What if I have additional questions about international student requirements? A: Email your question to siss@ucdavis.edu. Identify yourself as an applicant to the Young Scholar program.

SISS, UC Davis, University House, One Shields Avenue, Davis, CA 95616 530-752-0864 siss.ucdavis.edu

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