New Student Intake Form

This form must be completed by all international students after they have been accepted to Rice University. Students requiring Rice’s visa sponsorship, on an F-1 or J-1 visa, must also submit supplemental documentation, including evidence of adequate financial resources to receive their immigration documents (Form I-20 or DS-2019).

Please complete this form and return it with the requested documentation to OISS via your OISS Portal account (http://oiss.rice.edu/oissportal). Be sure to also keep copies of all financial documents submitted, as you will need to present them to the U.S. consulate/embassy when applying for a visa and possibly to U.S. immigration officers upon arrival to the U.S.

If you have had F-1 or J-1 status previously, but are no longer eligible for a SEVIS transfer, please respond "No". In addition, if you have a current J-1 with an Exchange Visitor Category other than "Student", please respond "No", since your SEVIS record cannot be transferred from category to another.
If you will begin your program at Rice with an externally sponsored J-1 visa (e.g., Fulbright/LASPAU), please select "I have/will have a J-1 visa sponsored by Fulbright for my studies at Rice."
E.g. student, professional title, etc.

Please provide information about the institution that sponsors your current F-1 or J-1 visa.

Academic program and funding requirements
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Please note that you will be asked to provide more information about each dependent, and to upload copies of the passport ID pages and marriage certificate for spouse and birth certificate(s) for child(ren), in the OISS Portal (http://oiss.rice.edu/oissportal).
Click for additional information for funding requirements for F-1 and J-1 students
F-1 students must show proof of funding for one academic year. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of a degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.

J-1 degree-seeking students must show proof of funding for the full program. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of your degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. For full program expenses, calculate estimated expense x  years required for your program. If you are unable to show funding for the full duration of your program, you may provide proof of funding for one academic year, and be issued a DS-2019 in one year increments. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.
Click for additional information for funding requirements for F-1 and J-1 students
F-1 students must show proof of funding for one academic year. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of a degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.

J-1 degree-seeking students must show proof of funding for the full program. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of your degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. For full program expenses, calculate estimated expense x  years required for your program. If you are unable to show funding for the full duration of your program, you may provide proof of funding for one academic year, and be issued a DS-2019 in one year increments. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.
Click for additional information for funding requirements for F-1 and J-1 students
F-1 students must show proof of funding for one academic year. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of a degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.

J-1 degree-seeking students must show proof of funding for the full program. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of your degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. For full program expenses, calculate estimated expense x  years required for your program. If you are unable to show funding for the full duration of your program, you may provide proof of funding for one academic year, and be issued a DS-2019 in one year increments. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.
Click for additional information for funding requirements for F-1 and J-1 students
F-1 students must show proof of funding for one academic year. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of a degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.

J-1 degree-seeking students must show proof of funding for the full program. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of your degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. For full program expenses, calculate estimated expense x  years required for your program. If you are unable to show funding for the full duration of your program, you may provide proof of funding for one academic year, and be issued a DS-2019 in one year increments. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.
Click for additional information for funding requirements for F-1 and J-1 students
F-1 students must show proof of funding for one academic year. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of a degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.

J-1 degree-seeking students must show proof of funding for the full program. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of your degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. For full program expenses, calculate estimated expense x  years required for your program. If you are unable to show funding for the full duration of your program, you may provide proof of funding for one academic year, and be issued a DS-2019 in one year increments. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.
Click for additional information for funding requirements for F-1 and J-1 students
F-1 students must show proof of funding for one academic year. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of a degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.

J-1 degree-seeking students must show proof of funding for the full program. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of your degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. For full program expenses, calculate estimated expense x  years required for your program. If you are unable to show funding for the full duration of your program, you may provide proof of funding for one academic year, and be issued a DS-2019 in one year increments. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.
Click for additional information for funding requirements for F-1 and J-1 students
F-1 students must show proof of funding for one academic year. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of a degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.

J-1 degree-seeking students must show proof of funding for the full program. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of your degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. For full program expenses, calculate estimated expense x  years required for your program. If you are unable to show funding for the full duration of your program, you may provide proof of funding for one academic year, and be issued a DS-2019 in one year increments. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.
Click for additional information for funding requirements for F-1 and J-1 students
F-1 students must show proof of funding for one academic year. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of a degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.

J-1 degree-seeking students must show proof of funding for the full program. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of your degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. For full program expenses, calculate estimated expense x  years required for your program. If you are unable to show funding for the full duration of your program, you may provide proof of funding for one academic year, and be issued a DS-2019 in one year increments. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.
Click for additional information for funding requirements for F-1 and J-1 students
F-1 students must show proof of funding for one academic year. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of a degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.

J-1 degree-seeking students must show proof of funding for the full program. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of your degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. For full program expenses, calculate estimated expense x  years required for your program. If you are unable to show funding for the full duration of your program, you may provide proof of funding for one academic year, and be issued a DS-2019 in one year increments. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.
Click for additional information for funding requirements for F-1 and J-1 students
F-1 students must show proof of funding for one academic year. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of a degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.

J-1 degree-seeking students must show proof of funding for the full program. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of your degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. For full program expenses, calculate estimated expense x  years required for your program. If you are unable to show funding for the full duration of your program, you may provide proof of funding for one academic year, and be issued a DS-2019 in one year increments. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.
Click for additional information for funding requirements for F-1 and J-1 students
F-1 students must show proof of funding for one academic year. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of a degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.

J-1 degree-seeking students must show proof of funding for the full program. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of your degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. For full program expenses, calculate estimated expense x  years required for your program. If you are unable to show funding for the full duration of your program, you may provide proof of funding for one academic year, and be issued a DS-2019 in one year increments. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.
Click for additional information for funding requirements for F-1 and J-1 students
F-1 students must show proof of funding for one academic year. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of a degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.

J-1 degree-seeking students must show proof of funding for the full program. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of your degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. For full program expenses, calculate estimated expense x  years required for your program. If you are unable to show funding for the full duration of your program, you may provide proof of funding for one academic year, and be issued a DS-2019 in one year increments. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.
Click for additional information for funding requirements for F-1 and J-1 students
F-1 students must show proof of funding for one academic year. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of a degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.

J-1 degree-seeking students must show proof of funding for the full program. This is the current estimated expenses for one year of your degree-seeking academic program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. For full program expenses, calculate estimated expense x  years required for your program. If you are unable to show funding for the full duration of your program, you may provide proof of funding for one academic year, and be issued a DS-2019 in one year increments. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.
J-1 exchange students must show proof of funding for the total amount of the program. This is the current estimated expenses for your exchange program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.
J-1 exchange students must show proof of funding for the total amount of the program. This is the current estimated expenses for your exchange program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.
J-1 exchange students must show proof of funding for the total amount of the program. This is the current estimated expenses for your exchange program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.
J-1 exchange students must show proof of funding for the total amount of the program. This is the current estimated expenses for your exchange program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.
J-1 exchange students must show proof of funding for the total amount of the program. This is the current estimated expenses for your exchange program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.
J-1 exchange students must show proof of funding for the total amount of the program. This is the current estimated expenses for your exchange program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.
J-1 exchange students must show proof of funding for the total amount of the program. This is the current estimated expenses for your exchange program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.
J-1 exchange students must show proof of funding for the total amount of the program. This is the current estimated expenses for your exchange program, including tuition, fees, living expenses, etc. Please note that this estimate is subject to change and you may be asked to show additional funds if actual figures are higher.
Sources of funding
Select all that apply. Please note that you will be asked to upload supporting documents for each funding source in the OISS Portal. Please see http://oiss.rice.edu/oissportal for guidance on acceptable documentation.
Select all that apply. Please note that you will be asked to upload supporting documents for each funding source in the OISS Portal. Please see http://oiss.rice.edu/oissportal for guidance on acceptable documentation.

By typing your full name below, you confirm that you understand all of the following conditions regarding your proof of funding:

1) Funding documents provided to OISS cannot be older than 6 months.

2) Only liquid funds (i.e., checking or savings account, or funds that can be easily converted into cash in a short amount of time) can be accepted for I-20/DS-2019 admissions processing.

3) You may not submit documents showing non-liquid funds, such as income/salary letters, tax returns, land/property deeds, etc.

4) If providing documentation for an education loan, it should be the final, approved loan agreement, properly signed. Conditional loan approvals are not accepted.

5) All documents must include the name of the account holder, type of currency, the available amount, and the document issue date.

6) Funding documents that are not under your own name (e.g., bank statements from family or friends) must be accompanied by a signed letter of support from the financial sponsor (see oiss.rice.edu/oissportal for a template).

7) A family member or friend currently in F-1 status themselves cannot act as a financial sponsor.

For more information on acceptable proof of funding documents, please see http://oiss.rice.edu/oissportal.

Type your full legal name here to indicate that you have read and understood the requirements for the financial documents as listed above, and will only submit documents that are in compliance with these requirements.
This information should be confirmed on your official Rice offer letter.
As long as your official Rice offer letter confirms a full tuition waiver, you may consider this amount to go towards meeting the funding amount required.
As long as your official Rice offer letter confirms a full tuition waiver, you may consider this amount to go towards meeting the funding amount required.
As long as your official Rice offer letter confirms a full tuition waiver, you may consider this amount to go towards meeting the funding amount required.
As long as your official Rice offer letter confirms a full tuition waiver, you may consider this amount to go towards meeting the funding amount required.
As long as your official Rice offer letter confirms a full tuition waiver, you may consider this amount to go towards meeting the funding amount required.
As long as your official Rice offer letter confirms a full tuition waiver, you may consider this amount to go towards meeting the funding amount required.
You may consider this amount to go towards meeting the funding amount required.
You may consider this amount to go towards meeting the funding amount required.
Guidance on Summer Activities for Music Students

Many music students engage in summer activities before starting their program at Rice while already on Rice-sponsored F-1 visa status. Failure to comply with immigration regulations, including securing proper work authorization, can result in a termination of your F-1 visa status that would require an immediate departure from the U.S.

To ensure compliance, please read through the information provided at https://oiss.rice.edu/summermusic. By typing your full name below, you confirm that:
1) You have read and understood the information at https://oiss.rice.edu/summermusic about Summer Activities.
2) Your summer plans are purely recreational in nature and therefore would not adversely affect your immigration status.
3) If your plans change, you will notify Rice OISS immediately and before participating in any activities that may require work authorization.

Type your full legal name here to indicate that you have read and agree with the Music Student Summer Activities Statement of Understanding above.