Important Update: Court Action on Duration of Status (D/S) Rule:
On Monday, September 14, 2026, a federal judge in the U.S. District Court for the
District of Massachusetts (Presidents' Alliance et al. v. DHS) has issued an injunction,
temporarily blocking DHS from implementing this rule for F and J visa holders. As
a result, the rule ending D/S will NOT take effect on September 15th as originally scheduled, and the current D/S framework
remains in place for now.
What this means is that:
- You and your dependents may continue to be admitted and to remain in the U.S. for Duration of Status, as long as you continue to comply with the terms of your program.
- You do not currently need to apply for an Extension of Stay under the fixed-admission-period system the new rule would have created
- If you are an F-1 student, you are not subject to the rule's new limits on changing your educational objective, transferring institutions, or pursuing additional programs of study – these restrictions also do not go into effect while the preliminary injunction is in place.
- No action is required on your part at this time.
On July 17, 2026, DHS published a final rule establishing a fixed time period of admission and an extension of stay procedure for F nonimmigrant academic students and J exchange visitors. This rule is effective on September 15, 2026, and will impact several aspects of the F-visa and J-visa program regulations. For detailed information regarding the DHS Final Rule, we encourage you to visit Study in the States, the official online resource managed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) by clicking HERE. Accordingly, updates to our website content are in progress.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Office of International Affairs (OIA) is to develop, facilitate, and oversee high quality innovative international programs, initiatives and partnerships by providing leadership, coordination, and service to students and faculty both on and off campus.
Core Values
The OIA fosters campus internationalization and serves as a central support, advisory, and information center for all students with its two divisions, the Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) and Sharks Abroad. The OIA also collaborates with faculty and staff on campus, at our Regional Campuses, and our international instructional sites to promote and facilitate international education programs and initiatives, celebrate diversity, promote multiculturalism, and create opportunities for students that encourage the development of a global mindset.
Office of International Students & Scholars
The Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) is your dedicated resource for immigration guidance and support at NSU. As a division of the Office of International Affairs, we serve as a bridge between the NSU community and the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), ensuring a smooth and seamless experience for international students and scholars.
Our commitment to excellence extends beyond immigration services. We also offer a range of support programs and events, including international student orientation, international education week, networking opportunities, and more, to enhance your overall experience at NSU.
Contact Us
Phone:
(954) 262-7240 or
800-541-6682, ext. 27240
Email:
intl@nova.edu
Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Closed weekends and major holidays
Address:
Nova Southeastern University
3300 S. University Drive
Horvitz Admin. Bldg, 2nd Floor
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33328-2004