On July 17, 2026, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security published a final rule eliminating Duration of Status for certain nonimmigrant students and exchange visitors. The rule takes effect on September 15, 2026. Please visit our Duration of Status Rule Change webpage for additional information and updates.
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Required Homebase Course for F-1 Students - Due August 31, 2026
The Changes to Duration of Status for F-1 Students Homebase Course is designed to help F-1 students understand the recent changes to federal immigration regulations governing Duration of Status and academic limitations. Because these changes may affect your immigration status, this course is required for all F-1 students and must be completed by August 31, 2026.
Access the Changes to Duration of Status for F-1 Students Homebase Course
Completion of the The Changes to Duration of Status for F-1 Students Homebase Course is mandatory and will be recorded in your international student record. Until you have completed the course and received a score of 100%, you will not be eligible for:
- Advising
- ISSC will not be able to assist you during Drop-In Advising until we have verified your completion of the F-1 Rule Change Homebase Course. After completing the course, you are welcome to meet with an advisor if you have questions about any F-1 immigration topic.
- Email Inquiries
- ISSC will not respond to email questions about the new rule until we have verified that you have completed the F-1 Rule Change Homebase Course.
- ISSC will not respond to email questions about the new rule until we have verified that you have completed the F-1 Rule Change Homebase Course.
Once you have completed the course, we are happy to answer follow-up questions about how the changes affect your specific circumstances.
Homebase is an interactive online platform that provides important information about maintaining your immigration status, university expectations, and key resources available to you. Completing this course is an essential step in preparing for your success at ASU and during periods of authorized OPT to ensure you remain in compliance with U.S. immigration regulations.
Access the Changes to Duration of Status for F-1 Students Homebase Course