F-1 and J-1 status international student extensions
International students in F-1 and J-1 status can request an extension of their I-20 if additional time is needed to complete their degree.
How do I extend my I-20?
- Determine the reason for the I-20 extension.
- Unacceptable reasons for extension can be found on this page (I-20 Extension Guidelines).
- Complete the additional documents on this page (I-20 Extension Guidelines).
- Submit this document to your Academic Advisor or Graduate Coordinator for completion by emailing robotics-sso@umich.edu.
- In the email, please provide the reason for the delay so your advisor can complete the form appropriately.
- PhD students only: To complete the funding letter the Graduate Coordinator will need the following:
- the student’s expected final term of enrollment
- email from the student’s faculty advisor committing to funding the student through this date
- Submit documents to the International Center.