Why does the US have an increasing number of international students? The US…

Why does the US have an increasing number of international students?

The US has always offered incredible opportunities for hard-working students, so it is no wonder that the number of foreign students continues to grow. Apart from its outstanding and developing curriculum, many students from all over the world are drawn by the many career opportunities, internships and specialized services it offers them.

Is it difficult to get a F2 Visa?

Considering that the F2 Visas are dependent student visas, it is not difficult to get one as long as you have all the right documentation with you. It is important to be able to financially take care of yourself if you go to the US, therefore financial proof is needed.

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 high do the US universities RANK?

The US has been number one in global university rankings for a long period of time. At number one we have Harvard University which is located in Cambridge, then number two is Massachusetts Institute of Technology also located in Cambridge, number three is Stanford University in Stanford and number four University of California in Berkeley.

Do you need an immigrant Visa to study in the US?

The type of Visa most students apply for to be able to study in the US is the F1 Visa. The F1 Visa is a nonimmigrant Visa which permits you to enter the United States and study there for as long as the course lasts. After your course ends you are asked to leave the country but you can choose to apply for the immigrant Visa if you wish to stay and change your status.

What should YOU do before you apply for a Student Visa?

Before applying for a Student visa you need to research all of your options, finance your studies, complete your application, apply for you visa and prepare for departure. Make sure you find an educational advising center or a college navigator to help you with whatever you need!

IMPORTANT info before entering the United States?

It is important to remember that getting your Visa issued isn’t a 100% guarantee that you will be able to enter the United States. Even though it is highly likely you will be allowed to travel as an international student to the US with the F1/F2 Visa, the Department of Homeland Security or Border Protection officials might deny you entry. It is important to have your documents with you all the time to avoid such situations.

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).