Change of Education Level
You will need to complete a change of level request, if you completing one academic program at SUNY New Paltz and are planning to pursue another degree or program without interruption. This may happen if you complete the ESL program and are admitted to a degree program or if you complete an undergraduate degree program and continue for a graduate degree. Your I-20 must always reflect your current academic program. You must obtain the I-20 for your new program no later than the end of your 60-day grace period of your current program.
Eligibility
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You must be admitted to a new program at SUNY New Paltz.
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You must be in lawful F-1 status under the visa supervision of SUNY New Paltz.
Required Materials
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Your admission letter for the new program
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Updated financial documents dated within the past 3 months showing available funds to cover all costs for one year of your new program (not necessary if you submitted them to the Graduate or Undergraduate Admissions Office with your application).
Procedure
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Ensure that your address is current in my.newpaltz.edu and that no holds exist on your record
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Log in to your ISS-Profile
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You will need to upload Updated financial documents & International Student Financial Statement
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Submit Request for Change of Education Level
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You will receive an email from the International Student Services office once your new I-20 is ready for pick up.
