International Students
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Am I required to file income taxes?
Yes, just like Americans, international students in the USA are required to file a tax return. It is important to understand that filing tax returns is mandatory for international students, and not filing them by the deadline could result in problems with or a revocation of your visa. The Internal …
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How do I request a letter of enrollment from the University of Lynchburg?
Students can request a letter of enrollment by completing the Enrollment Verification Request form from the Office of the Registrar’s Forms webpage. …
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How do I request a transcript from the University of Lynchburg?
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How can I get a ride to a location off campus (airport, train station, bank, social security office, etc.) ?
During the semester students are encouraged to use the public transportation system, Greater Lynchburg Transit Company. GLTC bus passes are $2.00 each and can be purchased at the Solutions Center, located on the 2nd floor of Drysdale Student Center. Other alternatives include, but are not limited to, Lyft, Uber or contacting one …
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Do I need to be enrolled in courses full time to remain on my F1 VISA?
Yes. Undergraduate students must be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours per semester (9 credit hours must be in person) and graduate students must be enrolled in 9 credit hours per semester (6 credit hours must be in person) to maintain full-time status. There are exceptions for a reduced …
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Who do I notify if I want to change my major and would that affect government documents?
A student should first talk to an advisor so they can get all the requirements of whatever program they are interested in studying. Then if there is a change in major, you MUST alsonotify the PDSO or a DSO to make the change in SEVIS and print you a new …
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Who do I contact if my flag is not represented or if I would like to borrow a flag to represent me/my culture for an event or program?
We want you to use our flags. You just need to sign our flag contract and abide by the flag use policies. Please contact the International Student Support office located on the 2nd floor of Hundley Hall or email [email protected]. …
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Who do I contact for wifi, device setup, or computer issues?
Information Technology Resources (ITR) provides comprehensive technology services, including help with device set-up and troubleshooting. …
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What comes in the rooms?
The University provides each resident with a bed, mattress (twin x-long), dresser, desk, desk chair, and closet or wardrobe. University-issued furniture cannot be removed from the rooms. …
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Where do I do my laundry?
Laundry facilities are located in each traditional residence hall. For Southside residents, laundry facilities are located in Peaksview, Rainsford Townhouse, and within select University-owned houses. Our laundry service provider, Caldwell & Gregory, has installed high efficiency front-load washers and dryers in all laundry rooms. …
