Q&A

Can I enroll in a class at Barry being an

international student (I.S.) from another
institution?
Yes. Ask your international advisor at
your institution for a transient Letter and
bring it to us.
I did not receive my OPT card yet. What
should I do?
Visit this
link:http://www.uscis.gov/portal/site/uscis
Click on check my case status
Enter your receipt number and click
check status.
If you still on INITIAL status, they will
provide you with an 1800 number so that
you can call and have further information.
IMP is not responsible for issuing the OPT
card but to send it to the student when it
arrives.
Can I take elective classes and still
maintaining my status?
YES, but your advisor has to approve it
and you have to follow: (12 credits for
undergrad / 9 credits for graduate/ 6
credits for Doctoral students)

I’ve got a job. What now?

Now you need to ask your employer for
an employment letter and bring it to the
International department so that we can
update you in the system and issue you a
new I-20.

I want to apply for OPT. When and how is

it?
You have to apply for OPT 3 months
before your graduation date. Gather the
following documents:
 • $380 money order payable to USCIS
(you can get the money order in any
gas station or Publix)
• Two photos (passaport size)
• Letter from academic advisor with
your name, department, major and
anticipated date of program
completion
• Copy of your recent I-94
Second step: schedule an appoint with
IMP and bring all these documents with
you.