Effect on Full-time Enrollment Requirement

F-1 students must continue to maintain on-campus physical presence in Ann Arbor, and enroll in a full course of study, during every fall and winter semester, regardless of any CPT opportunities. The Department of Homeland Security considers engaging in a full course of study, physically attending classes in person on-campus, and making normal progress towards degree completion to be the foundation of maintaining a lawful and valid F-1 status.

Please note, students with an approved Final Term Reduced Course Load are eligible to apply for CPT, provided they remain in compliance with on-campus physical presence requirements.