Who is eligible for the F1 Visa? To be eligible for the F1…
Who is eligible for the F1 Visa?
To be eligible for the F1 Visa you must apply and be accepted by an academic educational program such as a university or college, a vocational program or a language training program. Not all academic/nonacademic institutions are eligible for international students therefore you must check if the school you want to apply to is approved by the Student and Exchange Visitors Program, Immigration & Customs Enforcement.
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 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 to apply for a F1 Visa?
First you have to complete the Online nonimmigrant Visa application, the DS-160. After that you need to upload a picture and print it out to bring it with you to the embassy interview. After the completion you Schedule an interview at the US embassy or consulate, prepare for your interview and last but not least attend the Visa interview.
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 are the 3 most liked subjects by INTERNATIONAL Students in the US?
The first subject which most international students choose to study in the US is Engineering with more than 200,000 students. After that we have Business and Management with 200,000 and last but not least Math and Computer Science with close to 200,000 students.
What will increase your chances of getting a Student Visa?
Besides the good grades and extracurricular activities what increases your chances is selecting the right university for you. If you struggle with that you can go to an educational advising center in your country where they have college navigators so that way you can get all the help you need.
What are the BENEFITS of the F1 Visa?
With a F1 Visa not only can you study in the United States you can also legally work on campus part-time which is different from F2 Visa holders who are not allowed to work at all. You can also switch schools if you deem appropriate and travel outside the US whenever you want. The best benefit is that you can bring your children or spouse to the US with the F2 Visa!
