New F-1 Students

Welcome to Texas State University! We proudly welcome international Bobcats from around the world.

Who is an F-1 Visa for?

Non-immigrants admitted to the United States temporarily to pursue full-time academic studies in colleges, universities and other academic institutions and language training schools represent the F-1 visa category.

Spouses and minor children accompanying or planning to join an F-1 Student are eligible for admission in F-2 status. For more information on applying for an F-2 I-20, contact us by email

I-20 Issuance Dates

  • Fall 2025 Last Issuance I-20 Date: August 18, 2025 (Exception for Transfer-In Students)
  • Spring 2026 I-20 Issuance Start Date: July 1, 2025