Office of Public Health Practice

Practicum–Related Special Requirements for International Students on F-1 Visas: Houston & Regional Campuses

Students at regional campuses should allow time for processing and mailing.

  □  See Practicum Checklist and follow additional steps below.

  □  Obtain a letter from the Community preceptor specifying the beginning and ending dates of the practicum, learning objectives, hours per week, paid or unpaid and location. If an unpaid position converts to a paid position during the semester, contact the Office of International Affairs immediately.

  □  Register for the practicum - PH 9997 after completion of the online orientation and learning contract

  □  Forward a copy of the completed Learning Contract, Community preceptor letter and completed Enrollment Verification Form to the Director of Enrollment in the Office of Student Affairs (John Adams: 713-500-9033; email: John.Adams@uth.tmc.edu)

  □  Receive documentation required for the Office of International Affairs from The Office of Student Affairs

  □  Receive endorsement of I-20 from the Office of International Affairs.  For further details click here.