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Here’s a comprehensive guide for all Indian students who want to study in the USA
Home to diverse ethnicities, highest number of top ranked universities, and picturesque landscapes, the USA is truly a land of opportunities. Choosing to study in the USA offers you the wonderful avenue of growing academically, culturally and socially.
Student Visa Requirements for UK
The US Government provides an opportunity to all Indian students to study in the country but as a prerequisite, you’ll have to obtain a student visa first. The visa you need will depend on your age and the type of study you wish to pursue in the US.
| S.No | Type 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.
As a primary step, you must first apply and be accepted by a US school or university that is certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP). Once accepted, you will receive a Form I-20 from the institution’s international student office, which is a paper record of your information in the database called the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS).
Documents required for a US student visa
- A valid passport that is valid for at least six months beyond your period of stay in the US (unless exempt by country specific agreements)
- Acceptance at a SEVP approved school and your Form I-20
- Application fee payment for the SEVIS
- Non-immigrant visa application and the Form DS-160 confirmation page
- Your photograph in the requested format, and number
Some additional documents that might be required include
- Academic preparation documents such as transcripts, diplomas, degrees or certificates
- Evidence that you have sufficient funds to maintain your living expenses throughout the period of your stay in the US. This may include: Bank Statement, A scholarship program or Financial undertaking by a sponsor to cover your accommodation and living costs.
- Evidence that you will leave the US once you have completed your course of study. This can be in the form of an air ticket out of the US to your home country
You may also have to appear for a personal interview at the US embassy or consulate.
*Please note that these are the basic requirements, speak with your Achievers counsellor for a detailed list of documents required for visa processing
F1 Student Visa
Most students who wish to pursue their studies overseas opt for the F-1 Student Visa. There are three major steps to its procedure:-
| Step | Procedure | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SEVIS fee and I-20 form collection | Once you pay the SEVIS fee, you are given an I-20 form from your new school or college. Duly fill the form and bring along for your F-1 interview. |
| 2 | VISA fee and form collection | Pay your visa fee at the designated bank and collect the visa form. Duly fill the form and bring along for your interview. |
| 3 | VISA interview | Schedule a visa interview with the US embassy in your country. The waiting time may vary depending on the visa type. Once you complete the interview successfully, you’ll receive your visa 120 days in advance. |
P.S: You can move to the US only 30 days before the start date of your program
Applying for your visa online
You’ll have to apply for your student visa application online using the US Embassy and Consulates India website. You can apply up to 120 days before your intended date of program’s start date. Remember, your application date is the date when your application fee is paid.
How can we help with visa applications?
If you’re an IDP student with an offer letter from any of our partner institutions in the US, we can advise you on how to go about the entire process. We’ll make sure you are fully informed on the latest visa requirements and conditions; and also help you prepare the right documents for your submission.
Our team will direct you to the official websites and to authorised immigration representatives to ensure you have the latest applications forms and guidance. In fact, to reduce the hassle, we can also help with certifying, translating and couriering your documents.
Visa Fees
As an applicant from outside the US, you will have to pay US$160 as your visa fee (do check the latest fee when applying here).
English language requirements
To gain your US student visa, you’ll have to provide with an evidence of proficiency in the English language. This usually means passing a secure English language test to be able to prove your communication and correspondence skills.
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (link to what is IELTS) is the world’s most popular high-stakes English language proficiency test for study, work and migration, with more than three million tests taken in the past year. The IELTS results are recognised by more than 10,000 organisations, including educational institutions, employers, professional associations and governments, in 140 countries around the world.
When you first arrive in the US, you must:
- Contact your designated school official on a priority basis
- Contact your designated school official again, no later than the program start date listed on your Form I-20
Making sure your visa remains valid
- Fulfilling the purpose for why the Department of State issued the visa
- Following the regulations associated with that purpose
While studying in the US, you will need to observe the following rules:
- You must attend and pass all of your classes. If you are finding your studies too difficult, you should speak with your designated school official (DSO) immediately
- If you think you will be unable to complete your program by the end date listed on your Form I-20, you must talk to your DSO about requesting a possible program extension
- You must take a full course of study each term. If you cannot study full-time, contact your DSO immediately
- You cannot drop below a full course of study without consulting with your DSO