About F-1 at WAU

At Washington Adventist University, we have students from more than 40 countries who join our campus and become part of the distinctive opportunities that you will not find at any other university. We are a learning community, committed to the Seventh-day Adventist vision of excellence and service. This cosmopolitan institution challenges students to seize the opportunities for learning in the nation’s capital in order to become moral leaders in communities throughout the world. We hope this page will assist you in finding out how to make that dream of a U.S. education a reality at Washington Adventist University.  The entire university is happy that you are interested, and we look forward to seeing you.

Washington Adventist University follows all regulations and policy guidance in the usage of the Student Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS).  SEVIS is an internet-based system providing the government, educational institutions, and exchange programs an automated means to exchange timely information about foreign students, exchange visitors, and their dependents.

All individuals seeking F-1 status have a SEVIS record. Below are the steps for getting a SEVIS ID number and obtaining a WAU I-20:

International Student Transferring to WAU from a US college/university & Dependent Forms

What Happens Next?

Once all your forms and documents are received and Admissions DSO will review your request and create your I-20 in 3-5 business days. You will receive an email with the information needed to schedule your U.S. visa appointment: