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.
How much do I need to show as financial proof?
I will be:
- An undergraduate (bachelor degree) student
- A graduate (master degree) student
- A language training (IELI) student
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?
OR
- Are you coming directly from outside of the U.S.?
How do I submit my documents?
Email all PDF documents or fax documents to 940-397-4087.
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 Fall 2021 students (outside of the U.S.): May 31, 2021
Accepted Fall 2021 students (inside of the U.S.): August 1, 2021
What if I am unable to get the financial certification page notarized due to shelter-in-place?
What are my steps if I am transferring from within the U.S.?
You must submit:
- Completed Transfer Information Form
- Filled out and notarized Financial Certification Page for each sponsor.
- Your active SEVIS record must be released to MSU Texas no later than August 9, 2021.
Failure to complete the transfer-in process in a timely manner can pose a risk to your legal F-1 status.