F-1 and on medical leave.

[rani2005]

Hello Everyone,
I have a valid F1 visa and I-20 from University A. But after a semester, I was not able to resume my studies in Univ. A because of a medical condition. I was a full time student in Fall 2007. I did not take any classes in Spring 2008. Now I want to transfer from Univ A to Univ. B. Questions are:
1. Do I have to take summer classes since I did not take Spring 2008 classes to keep my student status. I know you can take medical leave of absence for a semester.
2. Since I do not want to go back to Univ A and I want to transfer to Univ B, what do I need to do?

I know this is complicated but I'm hoping someone here will have some answers.

[txh1b]

Your university would have updated your sevis record to say that you are no longer in status and would require a re-instatement on your student status by applying to USCIS or by going outside and re-entering. You may have to get a new sevis ID number if you want to transfer to the new university.

The university international student advisor should be the best person to talk to about the procedure.