Departure from the U.S.

The University of Northern Iowa is required to notify SEVIS when a student is no longer enrolled. SEVIS requires a reason any time a student’s record is terminated. It is important we provide the correct reason. For example, departed the U.S. or changed status.

This reason will be a permanent part of the record, and it may have an effect on a student’s future eligibility to enter the U.S.
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regulations state that an absence from the U.S. of five (5) months or longer constitutes a permanent departure, even if the student has maintained enrollment.

Please inform the immigration & advising coordinator of your situation as it pertains to your permanent departure from the University of Northern Iowa.