A new federal immigration rule has been published. The effective date of this rule is delayed due to a preliminary
injunction order issued on September 14, 2026.
We will update our webpage as more information becomes available.
The rule replaces Duration of Status (D/S) with fixed‑date admissions for student
and exchange visitor visa holders in the U.S., and makes changes to regulations related
to educational objectives, including requirements affecting transfers, changes of
major, and changes of degree level.
End of Duration of Status and Changes to Academic Mobility | Zoom Meetings Every Wednesday and Thursday
Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. | Thursdays at 3:30 p.m.
MEETINGS WILL NOT BE HELD OCTOBER 7 OR OCTOBER 8
Ranked a Tier One research university by the Carnegie Classification, UNT is one of the largest public research universities in the United States.
Located in Denton, Texas, UNT is home to thousands of international students from 120 countries, many of whom remain in North Texas upon graduation to to begin their careers in the vibrant DFW business and tech economies while on OPT and STEM OPT.
Once you are fully admitted to UNT, you will receive an automated email from iNorthTX with login information to request immigration documents or to submit documents relating to your current immigration status.
Step-by-step instructions for all visa types can be found on our iNorthTX Help Page. Please allow at least 5-7 business days for document evaluation. Prospective F-1 visa students will receive an email once their I-20 has been issued.
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