M-2 Dependents - Status Maintenence

 

F-2 dependents are in status only as long as the F-1 student is in status.

 

Employment

F-2 dependents may not engage in employment of any kind

 

Study

• Minor children are allowed to attend public schools through Grade 12
• Spouses and children who have graduated from high school may only study part time for recreational or avocational purposes (e.g. an ESL class or a craft class). They may not pursue specific academic goals (degrees, certificates) in F-2 status. If a dependent is interested in pursuing a degree program, he or she should apply for a change of status to F-1. Contact an International Student Advisor for more information.

 

Travel Abroad

• M-2 dependents may travel with the M-1 student or on their own. To re-enter the United States, M-2 travelers must present:
• Passport
• Valid I-20 form with a current signature on page 3
• Valid M-2 Visa
• Recommended Documents:
• Copies of documents showing M-1's continuing legal status (I-20, I-94, visa, passport, transcript, etc.)
• Current financial support documents