How do I retain my student status again after becoming out of status?
Reinstatement may be possible, but not guaranteed in this situation. It appears you have been out of status for over 5 months. Under federal USCIS regulation 8 CFR 214.2(f)(16), an F-1 student is only eligible for reinstatement if all of the following conditions apply to the student: Has not been out of status for more [...]