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1. Can I drop a class? 

If you are an F-1 student, you must study full-time. This means at least six credit hours per semester and your CPT course. You cannot drop below this level and remain in student status. CPT courses are required during the residencies that take place each semester.

2. How do I register for classes? 

You are automatically registered for classes each semester in a prescribed order. Please do not request to take classes out of order or attempt to self-register. 

3. Where can I find the academic catalog? 

The academic catalog is available online. 

1. What options do I have for transferring credits from another master's program? 

²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù welcomes transfer students and offer flexible options for applying previous graduate coursework toward your degree. 

Transfer Credit Evaluation 

We conduct comprehensive reviews of your previous graduate work to maximize eligible transfer credits. You can transfer up to nine credit hours from accredited master's programs, helping you complete your degree faster and more affordably. 

How It Works 

Submit official transcripts from your previous institution along with detailed course descriptions. Our academic team evaluates each course individually based on content relevance, academic rigor, and alignment with your chosen program requirements. 

What You Can Expect 

• Thorough evaluation of all eligible coursework 
• Clear communication about which credits transfer 
• Personalized degree planning to optimize your academic path 
• Dedicated advisor support throughout the process 

Getting Started 

Ready to see how your previous coursework applies? Contact our admissions office with your transcripts. Our team will provide a preliminary evaluation and guide you through the next steps. 

1. How do I transfer my SEVIS record to ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù? 

Transferring your SEVIS record to Southeast Baptist University is a step-by-step process that requires coordination between you, your current school, and ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù. 

• Step 1: Contact Your Current School's DSO
  • Start by reaching out to the Designated School Official (DSO) at your current institution. They will explain their specific requirements for transferring your SEVIS record. To help start the process, download and submit our I-20 Transfer Form to your DSO. 
• Step 2: Gather and Submit Required Documents
  • Key documents you will need to submit to your current institution are a copy of your ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù acceptance letter and the completed I-20 Transfer Form. Please download your copy of the  
• Step 3: Complete Transfer Forms
  • Some schools require additional transfer-out forms to be completed by both you and a DSO at your new school. Contact our DSO, Levi Fox (lfox@sbuniv.edu) at ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù for assistance with any required paperwork. 
• Step 4: Meet Your Current School's Requirements
  • Submit all required documents and complete any additional requirements specified by your current institution's DSO. 
• Step 5: Schedule the Transfer Date
  • Work with your current school's DSO to agree on the official transfer date. They will initiate the SEVIS transfer on this agreed-upon date. ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù will issue you new I-20 on that date.  

Important Notes About Your Status 

• You'll remain in legal status during the transfer process 
• Current employment authorization ends on the transfer date 
• New employment authorization begins on your first day in the ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù program 

Need Help? Contact Levi Fox (lfox@sbuniv.edu) at ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù for assistance with your SEVIS transfer process. 

2. How do I get a travel endorsement? 

Students planning to leave the U.S. must notify a DSO before traveling. I-20 travel endorsements are for return travel to the U.S. to continue a program of study, not for leaving the United States.  

Students should plan travel outside the required residency dates. Students planning to travel across two separate terms, must request authorization for both terms.  

·¡³¾²¹¾±±ô: lfox@sbuniv.edu to request your travel authorization.  

3. When will I receive my I-20? 

New SEVIS students will receive their I-20 after being admitted to ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù. Once admitted, students will create their SEVIS account and schedule their embassy interview. 

Transfer SEVIS students from another US institution will receive an updated I-20 once they work with their current school's DSO to agree on the official transfer date. The DSO will initiate the SEVIS transfer on this agreed-upon date, and you will receive your new I-20 on that same date. 

4. How do I know that ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù has received my SEVIS record? 

Your previous institution will confirm that your record has been transferred. Retain your existing I-20 until you are issued the updated document. Also, you will get a new I-20 from ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù on the date your pervious institution agreed upon with you.  

Important Notes About Your Status 

• You'll remain in legal status during the transfer process 
• Current employment authorization ends on the transfer date 
• New employment authorization begins on your first day in the ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù program 

1. What is the residency requirement? 

Hybrid courses require face-to-face time with your professor and classmates. Residencies occur once per semester, three times per calendar year. Attendance is required for all students. For F1 student visa holders, attendance is a SEVIS requirement.

Residency is a two-day class time designed to help you achieve success both academically, and socially. Class time and location varies. Be sure to watch your student email and your Canvas course for updates on residency dates and locations. 

2. Where will the residency classes meet?

Face-to-face courses that meet the residency requirement will be held on our Springfield Campus, which is located at 4431 S. Fremont, Springfield, MO 65804. The campus features modern classroom settings and is conveniently located 20 minutes from the Springfield-Branson National Airport. 

3. Is the program orientation mandatory? 

Orientation is held virtually via Microsoft Teams shortly before the launch of a new semester. The time and information link will be sent out roughly one week before Orientation. 

Attendance is strongly encouraged and recommended, but a recording will be available within your 1st course. 

4. When will I receive a physical student ID card? 

All students will receive a physical student ID card at their initial residency.

1. What career support services are available? 

Our Career Center provides comprehensive support designed specifically for international students entering the U.S. job market. 

Employment and Visa Support 

• Guidance on visa regulations and work authorization options, including OPT and H-1B processes 
• Job search assistance focused on visa-sponsoring employers 
• Information on navigating U.S. employment requirements and regulations 

Professional Development 

• Workshops on U.S. business etiquette and workplace culture 
• Resume and interview preparation tailored to American job market expectations 
• Professional networking strategies and LinkedIn profile optimization 
• Guidance on professional social media use in the U.S. context 

Employer Connections

Our Career Center facilitates connections with employers who actively hire international graduates, helping you leverage your global perspective as a competitive advantage in the American job market. 

2. Where have graduates from ²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù worked after completing their degree? 

²»Á¼Ñо¿Ëù STEM program graduates have secured positions at leading companies including Walmart, Microsoft, IBM, Boeing, Google, Lockheed Martin, Intel, Motorola, and many other industry leaders across various sectors.