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2023-2024 COVID-19 UPDATES FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

 

A comprehensive overview of the frequently asked questions (FAQS) about how COVID-19 impacts international students studying at UC San Diego.

 

SEVP/DOS Guidance for the 2023-2024 Academic Year and UC San Diego Operational Plans

(Updated August 2023)

In late spring of 2023, the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) and the Department of State (DoS) ended its Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) guidance, consistent with the end of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency, following the end of the COVID-19 National Emergency on April 10, 2023. This guidance had allowed for certain flexibilities for students in F-1 status as it pertained to employment, enrollment, and travel.

While this COVID-19 guidance has ended, Active F-1 and J-1 students will be able to complete the 2022-23 academic year under the COVID-19 flexibilities through the end of Summer 2023 term, which for UC San Diego ends on September 24th, 2023.

As of Fall 2023 term, starting on September 25, 2023, Active F-1 and J-1 students will need to adhere to F-1 and J-1 regulations that were in place prior to March 2020.

The following FAQs have been updated to provide information on how these changes might impact you.

Enrollment and Maintaining F-1/J-1 Status

FAQs related to enrollment requirements, such in-person/hybrid class requirements, etc.

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Travel and Housing

FAQs related to eligibility to seek entry to the U.S. and housing arrangements.

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Employment Eligibility

FAQs related to eligibility to seek employment while enrolled at UC San Diego.

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Health, Safety, and Other Impacts

FAQs related to vaccine requirements, health considerations, and various other impacts of COVID-19-related policies.

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