Welcome [Back] to CWRU!

For all returning international students, don't forget to report any substantive changes to your academic plans and personal contact information since last semester.  There are many electronic forms here to help you report changes and you can update your address and emergency contact information in SIS.

Whether you're a new or continuing student, we're happy to have you here. We look forward to working with you while you study here at CWRU!

Registration & Your Visa Status

The VISA Office wants to remind you that, as international students, you are required to be properly registered for a full-time course load while you're studying in the United States as an F-1 or a J-1 student. This is mandatory by US Federal Regulations.

There are very few exceptions to full-time registration requirements and only the VISA Office can determine whether you qualify for one of them.  Always register for full-time and never drop below a full-time courseload without first speaking with an advisor in the VISA Office.   Improper registration could have serious consequences, including termination, for your visa status.

If you have already completed coursework abroad through online learning during previous semesters, you must still be registered full-time unless the VISA Office determines that you qualify for an exception. 

We will be verifying each student's registration over the next several weeks. If we detect a problem with your registration or have questions, we will be contacting you by email. It's extremely important that you follow up with us promptly and work to quickly resolve the matter so that your visa status is not negatively impacted.

If you have questions, never hesitate to stop by our office or contact us at visa@case.edu.

The VISA Office will be closed on Monday, September 4th

The University will be closed on Monday, September 4 in observance of Labor Day. The VISA Office will be closed as well.

Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, September 5th.

Chat with VISA Staff Online During Advising Hours

Virtual Chat Advising is available Monday, Thursday, and Friday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., EST.

If you have a question or concern that you need to address during that time frame, reach out to an advisor through the chat box. The chat box (it looks just like the picture) will be available on our website.

Manage Tuition Payments & More

Student-Focused Access Services Center Now Open

An Access Services center specifically for students is now open in the Tinkham Veale University Center. Located directly across from the Information Desk in the Tink, the center will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekdays. 

Students can visit the Student Access Services Center to:

• Purchase parking permits;
• Have photos taken for student IDs;
• Replace lost, stolen or damaged IDs, and;
• Obtain an RTA sticker.

Access Services is dedicated to serving the entire Case Western Reserve University community. While the satellite location in the Tink specifically serves students, faculty and staff will continue to be served at the main service center on the lower level of Crawford Hall. Students also are still able to visit the main service center.

Free Access Program

Cleveland Air Show, Labor Day Weekend

This weekend is the Cleveland Air Show.  You may see or hear military jets flying over campus- do not be alarmed! They are practicing for the show. If you are interested in attending the event, please visit their website for more information: 

Cleveland National Air Show

It's a great opportunity to see planes up close and watch professional pilots perform amazing feats!!