Why are so many international students in the US? The US is renowned…
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.
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.
Where do you apply for a Student Visa and what happens next?
Before you apply for a F1 Visa you have to be accepted by a university in the US first. In order to be accepted you need to do all your research and prepare yourself for the funding and the application process. After that you have your Visa Appointment where you must pass the interview in a US embassy or consulate. If you pass that one, then you need to prepare for your departure!
For a student visa before your Visa interview you need these documents: a passport (original and photocopied), a nonimmigrant visa application which is a DS-160 form, application fee receipt, a photo which you have to upload online on the DS-160 form, also based on the type of school you applied to you need their study permit and proof of financial stability.
Which Degrees are POPULAR to International Students in the US?
The most popular degrees in the US chosen by international students definitely are: Engineering with 200,000 students, Business and Management with 200,000, Math and Computer Science with less than 200,000, Social Sciences with close to 100,000, Physical and Life Sciences with about 80,000 and Fine and Applied Arts with around 60,000.
What are the restrictions of F2 Visa holders?
Besides the flexibility and freedom F2 Visa holders have, there are a few restrictions they also have to face. Some restrictions are: they can’t be employed in the US with the F2 Visa, pursue a degree there, get a Social Security Number and they are not allowed to enter America before their F1 Visa Holder.
Where do you apply for the F1 Visa?
Even though you submit your application online, you need to print it out because the application of the visa is made at the US Embassy or Consulate, the day of the interview. Keep in mind that you need to schedule an interview and gather all the documents needed which you will find in our page!
How much does the F1 Visa cost?
An F1 visa enables foreign students to study full time in the United States at a university accredited by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP). The cost of F1 visas is about 510 dollars per application, and you should apply at least three months’ prior to the start date of your course.
