We are now accepting applications for Summer 2024 CELOP programs

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Full-time students needing an I-20 and F-1 visa will follow this procedure:

  1. Complete the online CELOP application
  2. Set up your BU email account
  3. Access your I-20
  4. Begin the F-1 visa application process
  5. Notify CELOP of updates to your visa application
  6. Arrive in Boston within 30 days of the program start date

CELOP will provide detailed instructions to guide you through each of these steps. Please contact celop@bu.edu if you have any questions about any of these processes.

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