Type of Non-Immigrant Student Visa

As an Indian student intending to study in the U.S.A., one will need to acquire a U.S.A.
student visa from a U.S. Embassy . The U.S. Embassies in India are located in New Delhi,
Hyderabad, Kolkata, Chennai, and Mumbai.
F-1 Visa: Academic Studies
AnF1 Visais the most common type of nonimmigrant student visa. F-1 visas are issued to
students or researchers who wish to study or conduct research at an accredited US college,
university, high school, private elementary school, approved English language school, or
other approved academic institutions. Students issued an F-1 visa are expected to
complete their studies in the nominated time.
In order to be qualified for an F-1 visa, students must be accepted by a recognized school,
college, or university as a full time student and have proof of sufficient financial support
during their stay in the US.An F-1 student can stay in the US as long as he/she is enrolled
in a school, college, university, seminary, conservatory, or other academic institution.
F-1 visa applicants must obtain an I-20 form from their college or university in order to
apply. F-1 visas are only issued in US embassies and consulates outside the US.
Excluding any training required by a course, F-1 visa holders cannot work in the United
States. F-1 students are only eligible to work part-time on campus for up to 20 hours per
week.

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F1 Visa Cycle
The USA education system
Types of Institutions

Public Universities:- State-affiliated institutions financially supported by

public taxes, usually large in size. All levels of degrees with different fields of
study are offered. Public colleges and universities are relatively easy on the
pocket for residents of a state where the schools are located. Foreign students
pay "out-of-state" tuition, which is higher. There are many notable public
universities across the country just a few examples: Pennsylvania State
University, Ohio State University, University of California, Kansas State
University, University of Texas , California State University.
Private Universities:- Private Institutions run without the control of the
Government entity. Tuition fees of these institutions are higher but the
international as well the domestic students pay the same amount of fees. The
notable private institutions are Long Island University, George Washington
University, New York University, Carnegie Mellon University.
Technical Institutes: -These are schools emphasizing principally on
engineering and science they are known for their research and graduate
programs. Most International students who attend these schools are of
graduate level. Undergraduates admitted to these schools usually have
incredibly strong backgrounds in math and sciences, as witnessed by grades
and standardized test scores (e.g. SAT or GRE). M.I.T. (the Massachusetts
Institute of Technology), Cal Poly (California Polytechnic Institute), Georgia
Tech (Georgia Institute of Technology), NYIT New York Institute of Technology)
Entry Criterion

Academic requirement To apply for undergraduate programs candidates

require 10+2 or equivalent and also SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) scores. To
apply for masters program 16 years of education (4 year bachelors degree
or equivalent) is required. Some universities also require GRE scores
(Graduate Record Examination) for engineering related courses. Past
academic record in the same field is preferable although students can
change their field of study if they can substantiate it through a strong SOP.
Admission into management field is open to all students. However some
universities may additionally require past work experience and/or GMAT
(Graduate Management Admissions Tests) score.
Intakes
Main Intakes Fall (August / September) all courses are available.
Other Intakes Spring (January) and Summer (Mid April) few universities
and few courses are available. Few universities offer rolling intakes as well.

Requirement for USA Study Visa

Application Procedure

English Language Requirements

All students must have the required English language proficiency with
regards to the course. TOEFL score of 90 or above for Postgraduate and
80 above for Undergraduate studies is a decent score. IELTS score of 6.0
or above for Undergraduate degrees and 6.5 or above for postgraduate
degrees is required. Over 2500 institutions in USA recognize the IELTS
exams including several top ranked institutions.
Entry Requirements + Eligibility
Undergraduate: 10+2
Graduate:16 years of education required (10+2+4)
Some institutions accept 15 years education into their Bridge
/Masters Programs
Good & strong academic background
Good scores in entrance exams like SAT, TOEFL, GRE, GMAT, IELTS etc
Strong recommendation letters for masters
To the point Statement of Purpose/Personal Statement, essays &
resumes

Costs

Living Expenses $11500 to $20000 pa depending on

lifestyle and location.
Tuition fee $12000 to $28000 pa.
Funds to be shown:- $30,000 approx. for UG and
$32,000 approx. for PG.
Documents for Admission
Application Fees, Application Form, Statement of
Purpose, Essays, Resume, Recommendation Letters,
Transcripts, Mark sheets & Certificate, Bank Statements,
Affidavit of Financial Statements, Test Score Report

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Application Process

USA universities follow First come first serve basis while recruiting students.
Therefore students who apply early stand a stronger chance during
admissions. For Fall intake students should start the admission process about
8 months in advance.
Students need to fill an online application. Most universities have an
admission fee which has to be paid online. The online confirmation along
with physical copies of admission documents have to be sent to the
university. The documentation for admission s fairly detailed and varies with
university. It usually covers academic documents, financial documents
recommendations, SOP etc (for a detailed list, contact any of our offices).
Many universities also require online score reporting. It usually takes 3
months for the university to process application. Some courses and
specializations may take more time.
The admission confirmation document is called I20 and this document is the
basis for visa processing.

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Work Options

USA F1 Student visas are generally valid for a period of 5 years including
OPT (optional practical training).

During study program students can work only under certain conditions and
in accordance with complex guidelines and restrictions issued by the
United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS). After meeting
the guidelines and taking permission from the university where they are
studying students are eligible to work for a maximum period of up to 20
hours per week during the academic year. Students can work full time (40
hrs) only during holidays. The average wage for part time jobs is between
$10 and $12 per hour. Students can opt for OPT which is related to their
field of work. International students who have graduated from a university
in USA are eligible to work full time for the remaining period of their visa in
USA. On completion of their OPT; the student can later apply for work on a
H1 B visa (work permit visa).

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Stages of Visa Application

In general, prospective students will go through five stages

when applying for a US student visa:
1. Apply to and be accepted by a Student and Exchange Visitor
Program (SEVP)-approved school in the US (six to twelve
months prior to US study);
2. Pay the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System
(SEVIS) fee;
3. Complete a US student visa application along with recent
photo(s);
4. Pay the visa application fee;
5. Schedule and attend a visa interview.

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 Steps to obtain US Student Visa

Step
1: Paying the F1 VISA application fee
Every Indian student wishing to pursue higher education in US must pay the non-immigrant VISA

application fee (F1 VISA application fee)i.e $160 which will be INR 10,880 and the SEVIS fee. Both
these payments are mandatory for F1 VISA.
Step 2: Complete the DS-160 form

The US non-immigrant VISA application form, commonly called as the DS-160 form, needs to be

filled, reviewed and submitted. An aspirant does not need the VISA application and SEVIS fee
receipts while filling or submitting this form. So, one can even complete this form before the
payment of fees.
Link to complete DS-160:- http://www.ustraveldocs.com/in/in-niv-ds160info.asp

Step 3: Schedule 2 appointments

Now, an aspirant has to schedule 2 appointments instead of 1 according to the new process

adopted by the US consulate. The following 3 details are required before the two appointments
are scheduled:
a) Passport number

b) Date of application fee payment

c) DS-160 form 10 digit barcode number

The first appointment that is scheduled is called the Offsite Facilitation Center(OFC) wherein

fingerprints and a photo are taken at the OFC. The OFC appointment must be at least 1 day
before the actual VISA interview appointment.
The second appointment called the normal VISA interview appointment, This appointment is the

actual VISA interview appointment where one has to take all the financial and academic
documents for the VISA stamping.
Steps to obtain US Student Visa

Step 4: Student has to pay $ 200 as SEVIS fee. Please see the link
www.fmjfee.com for further details. It is to be paid via credit card
only.
Step 5: Visit OFC (Offsite Facilitation Center) for fingerprints
and photo
After scheduling of the appointments, one has to visit the OFC for
fingerprints and photograph.
Step 6: Visit the US consulate for your VISA interview
After successful photograph and fingerprint scanning at OFC, one
has to visit the US consulate that one selected during scheduling of
the first appointment. The documents verification and F1 VISA
interview will take place and whether the VISA is accepted or
rejected will be immediately informed after the VISA interview.

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