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Student Visa Requirements In USA
A front runner in numerous fields, a global trendsetter, and land with umpteen opportunities. This is the United States of America. The USA is world-renowned for providing top-notch education
With the added benefit of a variety of opportunities, it is no surprise that the USA is the second most popular study destination for Filipino students.
Institutions are not governed by a central authority like many other countries, but function autonomously. Accreditation is granted by independent accrediting bodies of national or regional levels. There are at least 4000 accredited institutions in the U.S.A.
To begin your study abroad journey, here are the important things you should know about the requirements for getting your student visa for the USA
Types of USA Student visa
F Student Visa: For those who wish to pursue a program at an accredited college or university, or study English at an English language institute.
M Student Visa: For those who wish to undergo a non-academic or vocational study or training.
With either one of the above mentioned Visas, you can study in the U.S.A.
The USA student visa requirements:
- Apply to a Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) approved school. Once your SEVP school accepts your enrollment, you will be registered for the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS).
- Pay the SEVIS I-901 fee, after which you will be issued a Form I-20 from the SEVP approved school.
- After this, you can apply for an F/M Student Visa at the U.S Embassy or Consulate.
Note: The Form I-20 must be presented to the consular officer at the USA student visa interview.
Student visa requirements for the US
The US Government offers three different student visa types:
S.No. | Types of student visa | Description |
1 | F-1 Student Visa | to study at an accredited US college or university or to study English at an English language institute |
2 | J Exchange Visa | for participation in an exchange program, including high school and university study |
3 | M Student Visa | for non-academic or vocational study or training in the US |
*For detailed information, please visit the US Government’s Department of State website.
How much will it cost to study in the US?
School | Tuition fees in USD (indicative) |
English language studies | $700 to $2,000 a month |
Community colleges | $6,000 to $20,000 per year |
Undergraduate | $20,000 to $40,000 per year |
Graduate programs | $20,000 to $45,000 per year |
Doctoral degree | $28,000 to $55,000 per year |