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University of Pennsylvania

Nuts and Bolts of U.S. Immigration Law

This course begins by exploring short term entry and long term entry into the United States. We will cover the various means of short term entry and long term entry, as well as the general application processes. We will also examine exclusion and deportation in the United States. In particular, we will discuss how and why individuals may not be admitted into the United States and possible reasons for deportation or removal. Lastly, we will cover the process of how to become a United States citizen and the various requirements for naturalization.

Status: Adjudication
Status: Family Law
IntermediateCourse10 hours

Featured reviews

LL

4.0Reviewed Mar 30, 2024

Very good information, outside resources. However, one of the links did not work. I didn't see much point in sharing my personal information at the start of the course.

PO

5.0Reviewed May 23, 2024

Great course explains pretty well the type of visas the US have, and how they can be requested, it is a very useful and informative course.

RL

5.0Reviewed Feb 29, 2024

The best course I have done in coursera. Highly recommended to everyone who wants to know about immigration to the U.S.

LR

5.0Reviewed Jun 23, 2023

One of the most simplified was of learning. I highly recommend anyone looking to learn new skills to try coursera.

U

5.0Reviewed Dec 30, 2022

Thank you so much for covering all the visa categories and detail with very basic examples. It was very helpful and easy to understand, complete all the modules.

JM

4.0Reviewed Feb 22, 2024

Good course, nicely organized, definitely went over the subject in broad strokes, while discussing some of the finer points. Highly recommend.

HB

5.0Reviewed Nov 12, 2022

This class was great. I learned a lot about the US immigration system. I know this knowledge will stay with me throughout my career.

AH

5.0Reviewed Nov 11, 2023

An excellent educational program that gives a clear, in-depth knowledge of the complicated US immigration system.

MP

5.0Reviewed Dec 21, 2023

Based on my research prior to this course what I learnt here solidified my findings added light to the info that I was not aware of.

KH

5.0Reviewed Jun 6, 2022

This was a great course! I learned a lot about immigration law that can be helpful to my students.

SP

5.0Reviewed Jan 6, 2025

Really helpful course, helped me learn a lot more about Immigration Laws and processes

AK

5.0Reviewed Mar 6, 2024

Very helpful for anyone who is working or interested in U.S. Immigration Law.