Glossary of Terms

Term	Meaning
F-1	International Student Visa
Form I-20	Certificate of Eligibility for F-1 international students
SEVIS	Student & Exchange Visitor Information System
EAD	Employment Authorization Document
DHS	Department of Homeland Security
Within DHS:
	USCIS: U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services
	ICE: Immigration & Customs Enforcement
	CBP: Customs and Border Protection
DCF	Declaration & Certification of Finances
D/S	Duration of Status
DSO	Designated School Official (your immigration advisor)
CPT	Curricular Practical Training
OPT	Optional Practical Training
IRS	Internal Revenue Service
SSA	Social Security Administration
ISSS	The International Student & Scholar Services Office
Form I-94	Arrival and Departure Card (white card stapled in your passport by CBP)

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