Midwestern State University is a SEVP-certified school that hosts eligible F-1 non-immigrant students. In order for a student to obtain a Form I-20 from our university, a non-U.S. resident student must first be accepted to the university in an academic program compliant with F-1 regulations. Students are required to provide proof of funding for one full year of study at MSU Texas, before a Form I-20 can be issued, and attend a visa interview with the U.S. Department of State.
The following information is intended to help guide students on the documentation needed to obtain a Form I-20.
What are acceptable forms of financial proof?
- Bank account (checking, saving, CD’s):
- Should be official and clearly identify account holder’s name, type of account, bank name and branch
- Should contain the specific amount of money available (statements with non-liquid assets, property, credit card, bonds, stocks, retirement account are NOT acceptable)
- Originals may be requested at the discretion of MSU Texas.
- University funds:
- The main types of funding that a student may receive will be scholarships, or assistantships (graduate students). Please contact the Graduate school, Office of Admissions, or your academic department for more information.
- The university issues a written offer letter to students. If you have been offered an award by MSU Texas then you may use that award toward the funding requirement for your Form I-20. If your award does not cover the required amount, you will be required to show additional funding from another source to cover the balance.
- Sponsor living in the U.S.:
- Sponsors living in the U.S. will be REQUIRED to also submit the Form I-134 Affidavit of Support and any supporting documents required with this form.
What are the documents that I need to submit?
- Are you transferring from another U.S. institution?
- MSU Financial Certification Page
- Supporting financial documentation
- Copy of your valid passport, F-1 visa stamp and most recent I-94
- MSU Transfer-In form
OR
- Are you coming directly from outside of the U.S.?
- Financial Certification Page
- Supporting financial documentation.
- Copy of your valid passport
How do I submit my documents?
Email all PDF documents to dso@msutexas.edu.
When sending proof of financial via email scan, please be sure to identify yourself by providing your name, Mustang ID, and stating the purpose of your message.
What is the deadline to submit my financial proof?
- Accepted Spring 2025 students (outside the U.S.): December 1, 2024
- Accepted Spring 2025 students (inside the U.S.): January 7, 2025
- Accepted Fall 2025 students (outside the U.S.): July 1, 2025
- Accepted Fall 2025 students (inside the U.S.): August 11, 2025
What are my steps if I am transferring from within the U.S.?
Your active SEVIS record must be released to MSU Texas no later than two weeks prior to the start of classes for the term accepted.