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Prospective Students
Admission
Financing Your Education
Newly Admitted Students
Pre-Arrival
Upon Arrival
F-1 Visa FAQ
Immigration Essentials
Current Students
Maintaining Status
Employment
Travel and Visas
Life in the U.S.
Social Security Number
Driver's License
Taxes
Insurance
UAH Alumni
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Life in the U.S.
Adjusting to life in the U.S. is exciting but also challenging getting accustomed to the different practices and procedures necessary to get settled. There are many wonderful experiences to be had. It is not uncommon to feel overwhelmed in a new environment. It takes time to “adjust” to a new culture and being far away from family and friends.
The U.S. is considered a legalistic country. Our nation has many rules and regulations that its people are expected to obey. As temporary worker you will be expected to comply with rules and laws from various sources including immigration. There are federal laws, state laws, and university policies intertwined with immigration and other governmental agency regulations. This section is dedicated to helping you obtain basic information to help you in areas that you will come into contact with regularly while living in the U.S. including understanding and applying for a Social Security Number, filing taxes, health insurance and medical care and getting an Alabama Driver’s License. |
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