Current International Students
Immigration v.s. Academic Counseling
Immigration Advising
- In-Person Drop-In Hours: Tuesday to Thursday 8am-2pm
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Zoom Appointment: Please email foothillinternational@fhda.edu with your topic/issue to request an appointment with the Immigration Advisor.
Academic Counseling
For quick help with academic-related issues, join the queue to meet with a counselor during the Quick Question drop-in hours.
How to Join the Queue for a 15-minute Quick Questions Session
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Call 650.949.7423
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Use the FH Counseling Chat feature
Have your CWID ready. Your request will be placed in the order received. Meetings are limited to 15 minutes via telephone or Zoom.
Important Notes
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The queue opens 5 minutes before sessions start.
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The queue stops 15 minutes before closing.
Note: All Quick Question dates and times are subject to change. Please check the Counseling Department webpage for updates.
F-1 International Quick Questions Hours*
Monday: 12pm–1pm
Tuesday: 1pm–2pm
Wednesday: 3pm–4pm
Thursday: 8:30am–9:30am
When to Schedule a 30-Minute Appointment
Please scheduling a 30-minute appointment for the following topics. This allows our counselors to give you the personalized attention and accuracy you deserve!:
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Educational Plans
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Academic Probation Issues
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Excess Units Request
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Petition for Graduation
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Transcript Evaluations
Appointments must be scheduled specifically with an international counselor:
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I-20 Extension: counselor recommendation & educational plan
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Optional Practical Training (OPT) & educational plan
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Reduced Course Load (less than 12 units) for Academic Reasons
Note: Students requesting a reduced course load for medical reasons must meet directly with the Immigration Advisor in the International Student Office, not a counselor.
Questions?
We're Here to Help!
International Student Programs Office
650.949.7293
foothillinternational@fhda.edu
Administration Building 1900 Room 1933
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