The campus will remain closed until 12 noon Thursday, 02/13/25. Students should log into Canvas for specific class information from their instructors. Please contact event organizers for information on specific activities. Normal operations will resume at 12pm on Thursday.
We are excited to welcome you to Lawrence Tech. Please time your arrival for one week before the start of classes, so you can attend the mandated International Student Welcome Week, but no more than the 30 days before the starting date of classes listed on the I-20.
Lawrence Tech is excited to welcome you to campus, but the first step to arrival is to obtain your visa. Click here to see what the estimated wait time for your city according to the US Department of State. It is important to remember that a visa does not automatically guarantee admission into the United States. There are two types of visas that Lawrence Technological University international students use to enter the United States:
F-1 Visa – Non Immigrant Student
To obtain an F-1, a student needs an I-20 issued by Lawrence Tech as evidence that you are accepted to be a student. The I-20 form is used to apply for an F visa at U.S. consulates and it is also required if you leave the US and need to re-enter.
J-1 Visa – Non Immigrant Exchange Visitor
To obtain a J-1 Visa, a student needs a DS-2019 issued by Lawrence Tech. It works similarly to the I-20 in that it is needed to apply for a J visa at U.S. consulates abroad and is also required if you leave the U.S. and need to re-enter.
Dependents
Both F-1 and J-1 students may bring their spouse and unmarried children under the age of 21 to the U.S. for the duration of time that they are studying at LTU, provided they are financially supported.
Upon receipt of your I-20 or DS-2019, you can begin the process of applying for your visa. The I-20 or DS-2019 are issued electronically with a digital signature from a Designated School Official(DSO). This will be emailed to you directly once it is issued.
Pay the I-901 Fee
You can pay your I-901 Fee (commonly referred to as the SEVIS fee) at www.fmjfee.com. Be sure to print your receipt to bring to your visa interview
Attend you visa interview
With your I-20 or DS-2019, and your I-901 receipt, you can apply for your visa. You will submit the online form, required documentation, and fee through the U.S. Department of State. You will then book a time for your interview, and meet with the consular officer.
There is a lot of important information to know about being an international student in the United States. The United States’ government also has specific information that you should read before beginning the application process.
When you are preparing to depart to the U.S., please ensure you have made plans for housing. If you wish to live in the University’s on-campus housing, you must complete and submit an application along with a $250 deposit before your arrival at Lawrence Tech. Housing cannot be guaranteed for students who have not completed an application. Apply online at your status page: www.ltu.edu/status.
Your visa allows you to book travel to the United States. Detroit Metropolitan Airport (code: DTW) is approximately 30 minutes by car from Lawrence Tech. Be sure to confirm your move-in date with University Housing if you will be residing on campus prior to scheduling travel. Taxi service is available from the airport to Lawrence Tech. Please be sure to have a copy of the address of the University or the hotel where you will be staying until you check into University Housing or other living arrangements. We recommend having at least $90 to cover the cost of a taxi ride. Ride share services such as Lyft, and Uber are common in Metro Detroit as well if you prefer to use those services.
Be sure to have your necessary information in your carry-ons. Do not pack them in your suitcases. You will need the following readily available:
Program participants and their dependents are required to have medical insurance coverage with the following minimum benefits:
Students can visit the following websites to review information and purchase a medical plan:
Compass Benefits Group
iNext International Health Insurance
International Student Insurance
ISO Student Health Insurance
LewerMark Student Insurance
PSI Health Insurance
If you are a student athlete, please review their page here for additional information. ISO insurance will not meet your athletic coverage requirements.
Students may contact T.W. Lord Associates for Emergency Medical Evacuation, Repatriation of Remains, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance at 1-800-633-2360.
Be sure to have your necessary information in your carry-ons. Do not pack them in your suitcases. You will need the following readily available:
You must attend International Student Welcome Week. It starts one week prior to the opening of classes. During Welcome Week you will learn how to access campus resources, and maintaining your international student status.
Missing Welcome Week may jeopardize your ability to enroll at Lawrence Tech.
We understand you are making big decisions and we are here to help you find the information you need.
Call: 248.204.3160
Text Line: 248.450.0116
Monday – Friday:
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