Thank you for considering a transfer to Avila University. We understand that moving your SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System) record from one U.S. university to another can feel overwhelming, so weโve created a straightforward guide to help you navigate each step with confidence.
Hear From Our Students
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Hi, my name is Caitlin. Iโm a second-year student in the Graduate Psychology program, and Iโm also an RA on the 16th floor of Wiley.
The reason I came to Avila was because I heard about their Graduate Psychology program through a relative. She was saying that the program was really good and that maybe I should apply and see what happens.
And so what I liked the most about the programโI mean, honestlyโare the professors. The professors are very nice and willing and open to help you learn the material, and so they go out of their way to help you in your future career.
What I think about Avila, honestly, is actually the people here. Iโve made so many great lifelong friends here at Avila. Also, people here are in general just really friendly. Youโll walk to class and people will just smile and say hi to you. And also people are always inviting you โ theyโll always invite you to programs on campus or just hanging out and talking, getting to know each other better.
So thatโs like my favorite thing about everybody here โ everyone is very nice and friendly.
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My name is Regan Esterworks. I am a senior here at Avila. I play softball here, and my major is history with a minor in secondary education and womenโs studies.
I chose to come to Avila because of the small class sizes. I think with a smaller class size you get more of a relationship with your professor, and thatโs really nice when you need help with homework or anything.
I also was really interested in the softball program. They were successful in past years, and I was really excited to be coached by someone really great.
The thing I like the most about Avila is probably the people I meet here. You make some great connections. The school is really great about getting you involved, and you always meet people in your classes. And if youโre on a sports team, you kind of come in with like a tight-knit group of friends to begin with.
Being a student athlete at Avila is super rewarding. There are a lot of people at Avila who are student athletes. Softball for me is really fun โ the girls are amazing. We were really tight-knit through the girls. We get up early together, we condition together, and we work out togetherโalways early morningsโand then we go to class. And it can be tough sometimes, but itโs super rewarding. I love the sport, and I wouldnโt know what to do without it.
Learn How It Works
- Obtain admission to the new U.S. university where you plan to transfer.
- Receive the new Form I-20 from the admitting university.
- To review entry requirements and apply, please click here
- Inform the international student advisor at your current university about your intention to transfer.
- Work with your current international student advisor to initiate the SEVIS transfer process in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS).
- Your advisor will update your SEVIS record with the transfer-out information.
- Complete the and send Avila Transfer Form when you advise your current university about transferring out. โ Students transferring in are to follow the transfer procedures set forth by the transfer-out school.
- Agree on a SEVIS transfer release date with your current international student advisor.
- The release date is the date when your SEVIS record is transferred to the new university.
- Continue to maintain your F-1 student status until the SEVIS transfer release date.
- Attend classes and follow all immigration regulations during this period.
- After the SEVIS transfer release date, Avila will issue a new Form I-20 with the SEVIS transfer pending remark.
- This I-20 indicates that your SEVIS record is in the process of being transferred.
- If you leave the U.S. after the SEVIS transfer release date, you must use the new university’s Form I-20 for reentry.
- Ensure that you have all necessary documents for reentry, including a valid visa.
- Upon arrival at the new university, complete any required check-in procedures with the international student office.
- Avila has created a pre-arrival form to help facilitate easy arrival.
- Complete any required SEVIS registration processes at the new university.
- Ensure that your SEVIS record is transferred and active at the new institution.
- Update your local address in SEVIS and with the new university’s international student office.
- Participate in Avila Orientation for International and new students.
- Continue to comply with all F-1 visa regulations to maintain your status at the new university.
Remember, it’s crucial to work closely with the international student advisors at both your current and new universities throughout this process, as they can provide specific guidance based on their institution’s procedures. Additionally, always check with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) or the designated school official (DSO) for any updates or changes to the SEVIS transfer process.
Note- A deposit will be required to secure your place on the program. This information will be provided to you after you have been admitted into Avila University.