Obtaining a Visa

When you receive an I-20 and admission letter from Park University, go to the U.S. Embassy/Consulate and present the documents along with a valid passport and proof of financial support. The consul will stamp the Visa (F-1) in your passport and return the I-20 to you. You may wish to ask for a "Multiple Entry" stamp if you plan to leave and reenter the U.S. during your period of study at Park University.

At the port of entry to the U.S., an immigration inspector will collect the I-20 and issue an I-94. The I-94 will specify your length of stay in the U.S.

When you use an I-20 issued by Park University to secure an F-1 Visa, you must report to Park for initial registration by the report dated listed on the I-20. You may not apply for transfer to another college or university until you complete one semester at Park University.

View information about the U.S. Embassy/Consulate nearest you.

Friendship Families

Students interested in having a "family" within the community are matched with friendship hosts. The host assists the international students and Park University by meeting and greeting new students, assisting students in their orientation to Parkville and the Kansas City area, and occasionally providing weekend and holiday overnight stays in their homes.

Travel to Park

The university is located 15 miles from the Kansas City International Airport. Please refer here for more information about KCI and the carriers that fly there.

Upon arrival, a member of the university staff will meet you and transport you to the campus. It is important that you forward your travel plans to the International Student Services Office prior to leaving your home country so that the staff can make arrangements for your arrival.

Climate/Clothing

Missouri's temperature varies from 0°F to 45°F in the winter (-18°C to 7°C) and 60°F to 95°F in summer (16°C to 35°C). Fall and spring temperatures are usually in the 50°F to 60°F range. There is occasional snow in the winter and thunderstorms in summer.

Dress is casual on campus. Cool cotton and other light fabrics are suggested for spring and summer and wools for fall and winter. After the students arrive, it is suggested that they buy a warm winter coat, boots for snow and rain, and an umbrella.

Contact information

Kimberly Connelly
Assistant Director
International Student Services
Phone: (816) 584-6834

Tatiana Woldman
Phone: (816) 584-6508

Michael B. Hernandez
Director
International Student Services
Phone: (816) 584-6379

Email: international@park.edu

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