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Application
- Do you want to study at Approach?
- How long does it take to process all the documentation?
- How much money do I need to show to apply for a program at Approach?
- If I am applying for a change of status, what will my starting date be on the I-20 form?
- What are our programs apart from ESL?
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Enrollment
- Arriving in the U.S. and Reporting to the School
- Can I study at two schools at the same time?
- Can I take undergraduate or graduate-level classes at another school on concurrent enrollment?
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- Grace Period After Termination
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- I applied for 3 months, but now I would like to sign up for the Academic Year. Is that possible?
- IF I AM A NEW STUDENT AND I START IN THE MIDDLE OF A TERM, WHAT WILL BE MY TUITION?
- Record Termination
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Classes
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- Choose your schedule according to your needs.
- How can I change my schedule?
- I am repeating the level, can I have new books? Because this one has the answers already.
- I didn’t receive my books. What should I do?
- Materials delivered to your doorstep.
- My initial ESL level is too low and too easy. What should I do?
- What are our programs apart from ESL?
- What is the maximum number of students per class?
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Attendance
- Can I register for a part-time degree program at another school while attending classes at Approach?
- Do I qualify for vacation?
- Going back home for an emergency situation.
- How can I take a break from my studies?
- How do I request a medical leave?
- I am breastfeeding, can I have RCL because of it?
- I traveled for less than two weeks but I need to extend my stay at home. What should I do?
- If I have NCL (no course load) will this affect my status with immigration?
- My friend is getting married this weekend - can I miss 2-4 days of classes to travel for one week to the wedding?
- Requesting a medical leave or a reduced course load.
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- What are the academic and attendance requirements at Approach?
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F1 Student
- Grace Period After Termination
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- How do I extend my I-20?
- How do I schedule my interview at the U.S. consulate?
- How Do I Update My Address With SEVP?
- How to Apply for a Driver's License?
- I am not graduating from my current program, but I am moving to another state. Can I have time off to move?
- I changed my status while here in the U.S. Can I travel abroad in case of an emergency?
- I graduated from the ESL program and requested a grace period, but decided not to go back home anymore. Can I apply to another program at Approach?
- What happens during the interview?
- When do I need authorization from the International Student Advisor?
- Your immigration responsibilities as an F1 student
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Resources
- How do I apply to Approach from abroad?
- How do I navigate my stay in the U.S.?
- What are the guidelines I need to follow as a student at Approach?
- What responsibilities do I have as an F-1 student?
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Student Handbook
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- Grading policy
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- Student Orientation
- Course enrollment and course schedules
- Class sizes and class conversion
- Attending classes online
- Books, materials and supplies
- Understanding the US Classroom
- Attendance policy
- Observance of religious holidays
- Class conduct, etiquette and participation
- Grading policy
- Progress reports
- Graduating from your program
- Certificates and transcripts
- Satisfactory progress and good academic standing
- Progressing through program levels
- Consequences of Failure to Meet Satisfactory Progress Standards
- Academic Probation
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- Document requests
- Main office supporting services
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- F1 visa and F1 status
- Finding the correct information about visa benefits and requirements
- Filing taxes
- Social security information
- Health Insurance
- Mental Health and resources
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Health Insurance
PostedMarch 14, 2022
UpdatedMarch 21, 2022
ByApproach Activities
Health Insurance
Since September of 1989, Massachusetts law, G.L. c.15A, § 18, has required every full-time and part-time student enrolled in an institution of higher learning in Massachusetts to participate in a qualifying student health insurance program or in a health benefit plan with comparable coverage.
A part-time student is defined as a student participating in at least 73% of the full-time curriculum. Given the high cost of health care in the United States, APPROACH International Student Center students and their accompanying dependents are responsible for acquiring a valid health and accident insurance.
A few companies offer affordable plans meeting the minimum acceptable coverage. You may google “International Student Health Insurance” to find a comprehensive list of providers or look at:
www.isoa.org www.cignaglobal.com
www.internationalstudentinsurance.com
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