What can YOU benefit from studying in the US as an international student?…

What can YOU benefit from studying in the US as an international student?

The US is known for its diversity which is the ideal environment for international students. As an international student, studying in the US it will not only give you experience with their flexible studying methods, it will also open up a wide range of career prospects for you. Universities in the United States offer many internship programs, therefore studying there can help your professional career get started.

How long can you stay in the US with the F1/F2 Visa?

Students who have finished their course of study in the US need to return to their home country within 60 days of the end date listed in their I-20 Form. If the students wish to extend their stay, then they must send a request to the USCIS.

How to extend your Student Visa stay?

If you want to extend your stay in America, then you can do that by applying through the US Citizenship and Immigration Services website (USCIS). You will have to fill a I-539 Form as well as submit financial proof to be able to stay in the US.

What are the 6 steps needed to apply for the F2 Visa?

The first step is to get the I-20 Form from the F1 Visa holder, the second step is to submit the DS-160 Form online and upload a picture of yourself. Don’t forget to print it out and bring it with you at the interview! Third, you pay for the Visa fees and save the receipt. Fourth, you Schedule the visa interview and while you wait you gather all the documents you need and lastly you attend the interview at the US embassy or consulate.

What are the general requirements of the Student Visa?

The general requirements of the Student Visa are: a passport, nonimmigrant visa application- DS-160 form, application fee receipt, a photo, a form I-20 which must be signed by the school you’re admitted to and your bank statements showing financial stability.

What kind of Visa is the F1 Visa and who can apply for it?

The F1 Visa is a nonimmigrant Visa which allows students to enter the United States for a long period of time until they finish their course of study. Students with this type of Visa are allowed to work in the US up to 20 hours a week during Fall and Winter, and 40 hours during official holidays and breaks.

5 important tips to pass your Student Visa interview!

First you need to gather all the documents needed for the interview, this includes the I-20 forms or the study permit by the university you applied to. Second, pay attention to all the questions being asked and keep your answers short and clean. Third, before you go to the interview prepare and explanation as to why you want to study in the US beforehand so you don’t get stuck while being interviewed. Fourth, talk about your family and how you want to return to your country after graduating and last but not least be positive and confident, don’t forget to smile!

How many International students have been ACCEPTED in the US?

The number of international students in the US keeps increasing but the peak was in the year of 2018/2019 where more than one million international students got accepted. In that year there was an increase of 0.05% where they contributed 5.5% more than last year.