Documents for study permit for a PhD student

[swar789]

Hello all,

I have recently got acceptance for a PhD program for fall 2018, funded for 20k. But I am currently in US, staying out my first year of OPT. As i will be applying for the visa from US do I need to give some extra proof of my immigration status here? My employment authorization here would be ending on July 24th, which means i would have to leave the country in next 60 days. Would that be a problem if I am applying from US?
What financial support documents should I be presenting owing that I am being funded? Do I still need to show the financials of my parents back in India?
Any help is much appreciated. Thank you!

 

[Anna828]

Hi,

Yes,you need to show proof of your legal status here. Your visa, copy of passport, and your current I20. You also need a letter from your employer if you are applying before 7/24. I would just explain in a letter what your status will be like after and what you are planning to do.