H1-B Certification
The Office of the University Registrar provides an H-1B Degree Certification Letter for eligible Winter Quarter graduates applying for the H-1B visa, ensuring all degree requirements are met before the applicable deadline. For graduates of other terms, official transcripts and degree certifications can be requested via Axess.
Policy Statement
As the H-1B application deadline is April 1 and Winter Quarter degree conferral does not occur until after this date (or just before), the Office of the University Registrar provides an H-1B Degree Certification Letter for eligible students graduating Winter Quarter who are applying for the H-1B visa and have completed all school/department and University degree requirements.
Students conferring degrees in all terms except Winter Quarter should request an official transcript in their student Axess account after the degree conferral date of their graduation term. The official transcript indicates the results of all work completed and degrees awarded. Students can also request an official degree certification via Axess, or by completing a Degree Certification Request form. See Transcripts & Certifications for details on requesting a degree verification.
An Enrollment Verification is included with the H-1B Degree Certification Letter. The Enrollment Certification states a student’s enrollment history, current program of study, major, expected degree, and expected degree conferral date. This document bears the University seal and signature of the University Registrar.
Bechtel International Center organizes H-1B workshops which students are encouraged to attend if they have any questions regarding H-1B issues.
Implementation Information
Students interested in obtaining a certification letter can learn more on the H-1B Certification Letter page.