Financial Documentation Requirements

All students requesting an I-20 or DS-2019 from UTEP must submit proof of sufficient financial resources to cover tuition, fees, and living expenses for at least one academic year. The Confirmation of Financial Resources (CFR) must be uploaded through the Admission Checklist in the Sunapsis portal.

You will also need these same documents during your F-1 or J-1 visa interview.

Newly Admitted and Transfer Students

• Submit a copy of your UTEP Admission Letter.

Returning Students

If you have been away from UTEP, submit either:

• Eligibility of Enrollment document, or
• Admission Letter.

Proof of Funding

Students may use any of the following documents to demonstrate sufficient financial support:

• Teaching or Research Assistantship (TA/RA) offer letter
• Scholarship or award letter
• Official financial statements or bank letters showing liquid funds only

Family or Sponsor Support

If your funding comes from a family member or sponsor, they must submit a Sponsor Certification Form.

Important: If a student has a room and board sponsor in the El Paso area, they may deduct $11,000 USD from the total cost. The sponsor must provide:

• A photo ID or a recent utility bill showing their name and address, and
• The completed Sponsor Certification Form.

Note: The sponsor cannot be another international student.

Current estimated cost per dependent: $5,000 USD

Financial Statement Guidelines

Acceptable Sources

• Checking or savings accounts
• Certificates of deposit (CDs) that mature before the start of the semester

Unacceptable Sources

• Tax documents
• Income letters or pay stubs
• Investment accounts
• Property or real estate
• Life insurance or pension plans
• Stocks or bonds

Additional Requirements

• Documents must be dated within 6 months of submitting the CFR.
• Statements must clearly show the name of the account holder, account type (checking/savings only), balance, currency type, and date of issue.
• Funds must be liquid and available for immediate withdrawal.