All students are required to submit the following documents and form to the UAMS Graduate School in order for their record to be updated in SEVIS for required immigration reporting.
Required Documents Are:
- Most recent I-20 with University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences listed as your current University
- Copy of Passport
- Copy of I-94 information (this can be printed off here: I-94 Document
- Proof of Health Insurance (if not purchasing from UAMS)
You will also need to fill out the following form.
New International Student Orientation Registration
All information has to be received in the UAMS Graduate School and your record has to be ACTIVE in the SEVIS immigration system before you can apply for a Social Security number. This number is required for employment on campus for all students who will be working while they study at UAMS. Processing of your social security card once you have submitted documentation for receiving this can take up to two weeks. You can find more information on receiving your Social Security number at the Social Security website.