International Students

MSU welcomes great diversity and a thriving international community. Music students from other countries inevitably face unique challenges. Please take the time to review the many requirements and forms needed.

NOTE: CPT Forms should be sent to Ms. Hoekstra at shoekst@msu.edu. Please allow 24-48 hours before a reply.

CPT Forms need to be signed by Ms. Hoekstra once a semester or break. If you receive a gig after you have already applied for CPT, you simply need

CPT Form only

CPT Guidelines for music students

SAMPLE CPT packet

Sample CPT Letter for Employers

Employer Guide for hiring International Students

J-1 Form

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Enrollment Requirements/Online Course Policy

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Visiting Scholars - If you are interested in becoming a J-1 scholar at MSU, the first step is to establish a relationship with a professor in the College of Music. Once that professor has decided to host you and notified us, the Graduate Office will compose a letter and work with you to get the necessary paperwork to submit an application to OISS on your behalf.

Visiting Scholars Checklist