1. What do I need to do to work on campus?
In order to work on campus, you must have a social security card.  If you already have a card, you can come to the Student Service Center once you have been hired by a department to complete your paperwork.  If you do not have one, you can get a letter from the department you wish to work for that says they will hire you.  Bring that to our office and the International Student Services (ISS) staff can provide you with an official letter of hire from the school.  This takes 24 hours.  You can take this to the Federal Reserve Building here in Boston to apply for your social security number.  Typically you should be able to receive your social security card in five to ten business days.  Visit our Employment page for more information.

2. When should I get my I-20 signed and who should I speak with?
You will need to have your I-20 signed any time you plan to travel outside the country.  You will need to speak with the ISS staff at least two business days prior to your departure.

3. How can I reach the ISS Staff?
You can come in to the Student Service Center or Admissions Office to make an appointment to speak with an advisor. Visit our Staff page for their direct contact information.

4. Can I be registered for less than full-time classes?
You can only be enrolled in less than twelve credits when you have been authorized to do so by a member of the ISS staff in cases of extreme economic hardship or if you are in your last semester and are preparing to graduate.

5. If I wish to transfer to a new college, what should I do?
You should complete a transfer release form and meet with a member of the ISS staff.  Once all of your paperwork is completed, your SEVIS record will be released to the new school.

6. What do I need to do to prepare for Optional Practical Training (OPT)?
You must make an appointment with a member of the ISS staff and complete the I-765 EAD form.  You will need two photocopies of all prior I-20's along with two passport sized photographs.

7. I'd like my relatives to attend my graduation.  How can I help them enter the country for the ceremony?
The ISS staff can issue an official letter of invitation that will provide your family with proof that you are graduating along with the ceremony date, time and location.

8. What can I do if I do not receive financial aid?
If you do not have financial aid, you may apply for alternative financing or set up a payment plan through Tuition Management Systems or visit www.afford.com.

9. How do I participate in the health insurance program?
You must complete a health insurance reply online at www.universityhealthplans.com. Information will be mailed with your first Statement of Account. 

10. When do I expect to receive my bill?
Bills will be mailed mid-June for the Fall semester and mid-November for the Spring semester. Summer bills will go out at the end of March.

11. What happens if my account is not paid in full by the due date?
You are not officially registered. You cannot attend classes or move into the residence halls until full payment is received. Failure to pay tuition and fees by the due date will result in cancellation of your class schedule.

12. Where do I get my ID?
Replacement IDs cost $15 and can be paid for at the Student Service Center.

13. What is my student ID used for?
IDs are used for identification as well as library access, meal purchases, book purchase, Leopard Connection (online access to student records) etc. In addition, you can use your Student ID to go to all WIT sports events.

14. Where do I get my Leopard Connection password?
Passwords can be obtained at the Student Service Center in person (a picture ID is required).

8. What information is available using the Leopard Connection?
You can register and pay for classes, obtain grades, check financial aid status and get class schedules.

15. How can I check my schedule or grades?
You may check your schedule on the Leopard Connection:

a) Go to http://lconnect.wit.edu
b) Enter Username
    Enter Password
c) Click on the Leopard paw located on My Pipeline
    page.
d) Click on Student Services & Financial Aid
e) Select Grades to view your grades (at end of
     grading period)
g) Select Student Registration & Schedule to view
    your schedule
h) Select term from pull-down menu
i) Select Detailed Schedule
j) Log Off

16. When is the last day to Add/Drop a class or to withdraw from Wentworth?
The last day to drop or add a course is listed in the Registrar’s calendar of Important Dates. This calendar:
a) Appears in the Leopard Print (student newspaper)
b) Is on the Academic Calendar
You may refer to the current Wentworth Catalogue for additional information about the drop/add or withdrawal process.

17. What classes are offered next semester?
For a comprehensive listing of all courses offered by Wentworth, please see our Catalogue.
The schedule of courses for a specific semester is available on Leopard Connection. It is usually available one week prior to start of registration. You may access the schedule by:
a) Going to http://lconnect.wit.edu
b) Entering Username
    Entering Password
c) Clicking on the Leopard paw located on My
    Pipeline page.
d) Clicking on Student Services & Financial Aid
e) Selecting course
f) Selecting term
g) Logging Off

18. Can I register if I have a hold on my account?
No. All holds must be removed from your account before you will be able to register. You may check your account for any holds by checking your "Registration Status" using Leopard Connection. If you have questions regarding your "Registration Status", please contact the Student Service Center staff at (617) 989-4020.

19. What information will I need to register using Leopard Connection? (http://lconnect.wit.edu)
a) Your Username
b) Your Password (6-Digit PIN Number). Visit the SSC with a photo ID if you do
     not know your Password.   Remember: Passwords can NOT be released over the phone.
c) The 5-digit Call Numbers for all the courses for which you would like to register.
    (Call Numbers can be found in the Schedule of Classes or on the Leopard Connection.)

20. How will I know that I am registered for all of my courses?
You may confirm that you are registered for your courses by viewing your schedule on Leopard Connection. Schedules will not be mailed. You may print a copy of your on-line schedule. You are encouraged to review your schedule periodically for any changes.

21. When do I petition to graduate?
The earlier you petition, the better. The deadline for submitting your petition is the final day to add a class at the start of the semester you plan to complete your degree.

REGISTRATION
You can register online from your residence hall or from home, if you have a valid access number.  Use the following steps to register for courses during published web registration periods.

a) Go to http://lconnect.wit.edu
b) At the initial login screen enter both your Username and your Password (6-digit personal identification number.
c) Click on the Leopard paw located on My Pipeline page.
d) Click on Student Services & Financial Aid.
e) Select Student Registration & Schedule
f) Select Drop/Add
g) Select term from pull-down menu
h) Enter the 5-digit Call Numbers for all the courses for which you would like to register and click on Submit.    (Call Numbers can be found in the Schedule of Classes or on the Leopard Web.)
i) To log off, click on “Log Out” located at the top of the page.