change of immigration status Forum

[IamIn]

Hi guys!

I am an international student and currently on student visa. I've heard that it is considered a disadvantage because adcomms think that it will be much harder for me to find a job and obtain loans. However, after I finish my applications, I will be in the process of applying for a green card. I didn't find a way to indicate this change of status on the applications. Where would I mention that I will become a permanent resident in the next few months?

[icpb]

Hi guys!

I am an international student and currently on student visa. I've heard that it is considered a disadvantage because adcomms think that it will be much harder for me to find a job and obtain loans. However, after I finish my applications, I will be in the process of applying for a green card. I didn't find a way to indicate this change of status on the applications. Where would I mention that I will become a permanent resident in the next few months?

You can write an addendum, but I doubt that it would matter at all. The general rule is either you have a green card or you don't (just like in college admissions). When your status is adjustment of status, they treat it as you not having a green card (which you don't have and may not have for a long time due to uncertain timeline and backlog). I wouldn't worry about it though. Not having a green card wouldn't make much difference during admissions.

[IamIn]

Thanks! I appreciate the advice.