ECS International Student Support

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: My Cultural Office is requesting a Study Plan, Extension Letter, and/or specialized letter from the College. Who can complete these documents for me?

A: Please email the ECS International Advisor your request and include your: a) CWID b) Cultural Office Advisor name and c) the Cultural Office Advisor contact information. Requests are handled in the order they are received and require three business days to complete.

 

Q: How do I obtain a Verification of Enrollment (VOE) document?

A: Please download the Verification Request Form , make the fee payment, and submit the completed form to the Office of Registration and Records at arsc@fullerton.edu.

 

Q: Who can answer questions about my Visa status and/or Form I-20?

A: All visa related inquires may be addressed to the ISS Office. You may also make a virtual appointment to meet with an ISS Advisor.

 

Q: I have a “Hold” on my registration. Who can remove this?

A: Please visit Titan Online to identify the office placing your Hold as well as the reason for the Hold. (e.g. If the Hold is from the ISS office, you may make an appointment to meet with an ISS Advisor to discuss the status of the Hold.)

 

Q: Who do I contact to request a Tutoring Support letter required by my Cultural Office?

A: Students must contact the professor of the course for which tutoring is requested to request a letter verifying the necessity of a private off-campus tutor. This letter should be sent to the ECS International Advisor and must include: a) the course number and academic semester b) the reason why the student must seek a private off-campus tutor c) the name or signature of the professor. *A letter will not be issued to the Cultural Office if tutoring for the designated course is available through a College or campus tutoring center.

 

Q: Where can I find information about internship and job opportunities for international students?

A: You may attend an ECS Career Workshop for International Students, visit the campus Career Center.

 

Q: How can I learn more about Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT) work authorizations?

A: You may read about CPT and OPT requirements on the ISS website as well as attend an ISS Workshop in person/virtually.

 

Q: Where may I find information about events and activities for ECS International Students?

A: The ECS International Advisor will notify all students of upcoming academic events, workshops, and activities for international students by email, portal messages, and flyers. Additionally, all students may join the ECS International Titan student club which holds special events, activities, and career prepration opportunities for undergraduate and graduate international students.  Please follow the ECSIT Instagram account.