IMMIGRATION INFORMATION
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DIPLOMATIC APPOINTEES
اﻟﺪﺑﻠﻮﻣﺎﺳﯿﯿﻦ اﻟﻤﻌﯿﻨﯿﻦ Mansour Jaragh, PhD Cultural Counselor / Director
Ext. 4195
[email protected] Report to your university by the date indicated on your I-20. You must have a valid I-20 that reflects your correct name (as it appears in your passport), birth date, level of education, program, and major. Enroll in a full course of study (minimum of 12 credit hours per term). If you plan to leave the United States, please notify your advisors (Kuwait Cultural Office and university). Before leaving the United States, make sure your designated school official (DSO) signs your I-20.
RESOURCES
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Passport & Legal Questions:
Anwar Alkhurainej, PhD Cultural Attaché
Ext. 4194
[email protected]
DEPARTMENTS
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Jinous Kasravi, PhD
Director of Program Evaluation & University Outreach
Ext. 4190
[email protected]
Molly Okuneff, M.A.
Director, Advising & Counseling
Ext. 4797
[email protected]
SURVIVAL GUIDE
For MOHE Scholarship Students
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General Consulate of the State of Kuwait 130 El Camino Drive Beverly Hills, CA 90210 TEL (310) 556-0300 TEL (310) 556-0306 TEL (310) 279-3644 (After Hours Emergency) FAX (310) 556-0400
[email protected] www.kuwaitconsulate.org
Health Insurance Questions:
Kuwait Embassy Health Office 4301 Connecticut Ave., NW. #330 Washington, DC 20008 TEL (202) 464-3353 TEL (202) 686-5126 FAX (202) 733-1157
[email protected] www.kuwaitembassy.us
Mimi Yang, M.B.A.
Director, Advising & Counseling
Ext. 4781
[email protected]
Hilda Blanco, M.Ed.
Director, Placement Department
Ext. 4796
[email protected]
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CONSULATE GENERAL OF THE STATE OF KUWAIT
KUWAIT CULTURAL OFFICE | LOS ANGELES 2029 Century Park East, Suite 2500 Los Angeles, CA 90067 TEL (310) 746-4789 FAX (310) 789-1159 www.kuwaitculturela.org
SCHOLARSHIP RULES
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To hold a high level of good conduct and behavior.
ESL STUDENTS
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TIPS FOR SUCCESS
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Students are authorized to study English language for one year. During this time students must:
To safeguard Kuwaiti reputation while abroad. To abide by Ministry Scholarship decrees and regulations.* To respect rules and laws of the country of scholarship and abide by the policies and regulations of the College or University currently attending. *Please refer to the Ministry of Higher Education Scholarship rules & regulations handbook for a complete list of rules you must abide by.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Attend English language courses. NO ABSENCES. Do not leave before the end of the session. Take the TOEFL or IELTS; it is necessary for academic admission. Apply to an approved 4 year university in your decreed major for academic admission and receive unconditional admission.
ACADEMIC STUDENTS
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Class Participation: Attend class and be on time from the first scheduled day, as required by U.S. immigration laws. Arriving
Academic students are expected to complete their Bachelor’s degree in four years.
late may count as an absence.
Contact your academic advisor before transferring schools, changing major, and before registering for any non-traditional courses (i.e. online, independent study, community college) to ensure approval.
Time management: Organize your study time, free time, and required class time! Cell Phones: Save calls for after class. It is disrespectful and inappropriate for students
All scholarship students are responsible for: Attending mandatory Program/University Orientation. Maintaining 2.0 GPA or above per semester/ quarter. Sending Verification of Enrollment (VOE) or class schedule to your advisor at the beginning of each term. Mailing your grade report or official transcript to your advisor at the end of each term.
DIVERSITY
to take phone calls or text messages
The United States is a very diverse country. Experiencing various racial and ethnic cultures can be the most fascinating aspect of your educational experience. We encourage you to broaden your point of view by learning, exploring, and interacting with individuals of diverse backgrounds. This is your chance to better understand how other people view the world and live their lives.
Budget: Create a monthly budget and
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during class.
always pay your bills on time! Your salary is released around the 20th of the month. Please allow 1-2 days for processing. Be sure to budget yourself accordingly! Emails: Read emails received from your academic advisor and university/program.
