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Suspension or Dismissal

The following information pertains to international students who have been suspended or dismissed from William & Mary: 

Immigration Implications
Immigration Implications
  • The student’s SEVIS record is terminated for Suspension/Dismissal up to 21 days after the effective date (i.e., change is reflected in student’s BANNER record).
  • Student has to depart the country by the date of the SEVIS record termination. There is no grace period to depart the U.S.
  • If you return to W&M after a suspension or dismissal, your OPT and CPT eligibility will reset. You must be in F-1 status for at least 2 additional semesters to be eligible.
Procedure
  • W&M notifies the Office of International Students, Scholars & Programs (ISSP) of suspension or dismissal.
  • ISSP advisor contacts student to support and advise student on immigration implications.