One of the conditions governing your entry into the United States is evidence of sufficient funds to cover all expenses. As you probably already know, it is quite expensive to live in the United States. You must be prepared to pay the entire cost of schooling and, if at all possible, you should bring the entire year's resources with you. While you may be able to find a job and be given permission to accept it, you should not depend on financing your studies and living expenses by working in the United States alone.

In order for UW-Superior to issue a Form I-20, which is needed to apply for a U.S. student visa, a student needs to demonstrate that he/she can be financially responsible for all educational and living expenses while in the United States. The purpose of this requirement is to prevent the student from having financial difficulties after arriving at this university. Students should not rely on financial assistance in the form of part-time work on campus because such employment cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants need to submit the following documentation:

1. Completed Financial Verification Form
   
   
2. An original bank letter or statement from the student or sponsor indicating opening date of the account, deposits over the previous three month period, and the current balance.
   
   
3. For sponsors who do not live in the United States, an original letter of sponsorship verifying the intention to cover expenses (Letter of Sponsorship SAMPLE)

OR for sponsors who live in the United States, a completed, signed Affidavit of Support, i.e. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Form I-134, available online (http://www.uscis.gov/files/form/i-134.pdf)

Financial documents must:

• be original letters/statements with ink signatures and stamps (photocopies and fax copies cannot be accepted)
  
  
• be written in English (or in original language accompanied by an official translation)
  
  
• show money amounts in local currency with conversions into U.S. dollars
  
  
• include both the sponsor’s name and your name exactly as it appears on the application
  
  
• be dated within six months of initial enrollment at UW-Superior
  
  

Please note you should request additional original documentation to present to the U.S. Consulate or Embassy when requesting a student visa and to the immigration officials when entering the United States.