What type of STUDENT VISAS does the US have? There are mainly three…
What type of STUDENT VISAS does the US have?
There are mainly three types of Visas: F, M and J. Most commonly issued Visas are the F1 and F2 Visas. Both F Visas are nonimmigrant Visas which allow the F1 Visa holder to study for an amount of time in the US and if they want their spouse or child to accompany them, they need to apply for the F2 Visa.
How does the process of applying for the Student Visa go?
First you need to submit and have all your Forms ready, which are the I-20 and DS-160 Forms. After that you need to pay for the Visa Fee and keep the receipt. The next step is to schedule the Visa interview and while you wait for it, gather all the documents you need. Last but not least you have to attend the interview at the US Embassy or Consulate.
Which Universities in the US have a HIGH Acceptance rate?
Getting accepted by a university sometimes might be hard so it is a great alternative to check universities who have the highest acceptance rate to ensure your studying abroad dream! In the US the highest acceptance rate universities are: Academy of Art University in San Francisco, Bismarck State College in Bismarck, Blue Mountain College in Blue Mountain, Boston Architectural College in Boston, Broward College in Fort Lauderdale and many more.
Can you study in the US with a F2 Visa?
If you are the spouse of the F1 Visa holder, then you cannot pursue a degree in the US with that type of Visa. If you are a dependent child of the F1 Visa holder, then yes you can go to school in the United States. That includes elementary, middle school and high school. If you want to continue your studies, then you must change your Visa status which isn’t difficult to do.
Why are so many international students in the US?
The US is renowned for its incredible international reputation, and its culturally diverse colleges that provide fantastic support facilities, job opportunities and specialized services to international students from all over the world.
How long does it take to get F1 visa?
Remember that the sooner you apply the better it is because the Visa process may take longer than expected. The time you take to apply for the F1 visa is up to you but after the interview it usually takes 1 week to inform you and if there are any complications it could last more.
How can you finance your studies in the US?
If you don’t have the funds to study in the US some of the best options are to go to your home country education authorities where they offer their own nationals students money to study abroad, the international admissions office where they can assist you and scholarships and grants offered by American organizations.
What documents do you need for the F1 Visa?
As a F1 Visa applicant you need these documents: a passport (original and photocopied), nonimmigrant visa application which you can complete online (DS-160 form), application fee receipt, a photo (if it failed to be uploaded online in the DS-160 form then you need to bring it to the interview) and a certificate of eligibility for nonimmigrant Student Stays for academic language students (F1).
