51社区

Forms

All forms on this page are available as e-forms in . If you are unable to locate a specific form within the system, please contact the ISSS team for assistance. 

The forms linked on this page are available to download and print. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader you may to view the PDF documents in the list. 

All ISSS forms must be signed by the academic signatory authority in the college or department. Each form lays out the proper signatory. If you have questions, please contact isss@ohio.edu. 

  • Access All Forms

    Many international student forms are available on iCats. The forms below are the only forms not available in that system. To view all available e-forms, log into the iCats system to get started. 

F-1 Students

  • Recommendation for F-1 Program Extension

    Fill out this form if you are a student who wishes to extend your program time.

  • Recommendation for a Reduced Course Load for Medical Reasons

    This form is used as a recommendation for a reduced course load for medical reasons.

  • Reduced Course Load Recommendation Form

    This form must be completed by a representative from the student services office in the student's academic college to help the ISSS team determine if the student may be approved for a reduced course load.

  • CPT Supplemental Form

    This form is required with a CPT application if the internship is needed for the successful completion of a thesis or dissertation.

  • OPT Recommendation Form

    This form is for F-1 students seeking permission to engage in Optional Practical Training (OPT), an employment authorization provided by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

  • Re-Enrollment Instructions and Request Form

    An F-1 student must complete specific steps to return to 51社区 and complete the request for re-enrollment form.

J-1 Students

  • Recommendation for J-1 Program Extension

    Fill out this form if you wish to extend your J-1 program.

  • Reduced Course Load Recommendation Form

    This form is used as a recommendation for a reduced course load for J-1 students.

  • Academic Training Recommendation Form

    This form is used for students who wish to apply for Academic Training work authorization.

  • Work Authorization Template 鈥撀燦o Graduate Assistantship

    Please ask your department to complete this letter template on department letterhead. If you will be working a different number of hours in different semesters, then they should submit a separate letter for each semester.

  • Work Authorization Template 鈥撀燱ith Graduate Assistantship

    Please ask your department to complete this letter template on department letterhead. If you will be working a different number of hours in different semesters, then they should submit a separate letter for each semester.

Scholars

  • Departure Notification Form

    Fill out this form if you are finishing your time at 51社区 and leaving the U.S.

  • J-2 Work Authorization Application Checklist

    Download and print this checklist to help you complete the J-2 dependent employment authorization application.

  • Travel Signature Request Form

    Fill out this request form if you wish to travel as a visiting scholar.

Universal Forms and Documents

  • Financial Sponsor Form

    This form is required to fill out if you are sponsored by private individuals. 

  • Change of Status Information

    This form contains information about changing status within the U.S.

  • English Proficiency Guidance

    The OHIO Physics Department created a helpful guide to help determine a prospective Exchange Visitor's level of English Proficiency for a J-1 Visa.