Independent International Students You must submit your application electronically to our Office of Admission. Please see the Office of Admission website for specific application instructions. The Office of Admission issues the I-20, the document that is required to obtain your visa, allowing you to study in the U.S. You will also be assigned a student identification number. This number is in lieu of an American Social Security number and will be the ID number used on all official school documents. The original I-20 will be sent to you via express mail to your permanent home address. Make sure this address is complete and clearly filled in on your application. After you are officially admitted to Fort Lewis College, you will be sent the following information in the same packet as your I-20. Housing information and an application/contract. This form is for on-campus housing only. Send forms directly to the Housing Office. Housing will notify you directly of your on-campus housing placement about one month prior to your arrival. Medical requirements and immunization verification card. IMPORTANT! Independent Students must apply through the Office of Admission. They do not go through the International Programs Office at any time in the application process.