CANDID CONSULTANCY is dedicated to assisting students with all their immigration needs. Whether you want to learn English at an ESL school or obtain a degree from a U.S. university, you will need an F-1 student visa.
What is student visa for USA?
To get education in the United States you need student visa i.e. F1 visa which is a temporary Non-immigrant Visa which allows a person to enter America for the purpose of undertaking academic program.
The United States welcomes foreign students to high schools, universities, colleges and other institutions of higher education. Generally, obtaining an F1 Visa is a straightforward process although it can be difficult if the visa applicant is from a country with a history of visa fraud.
The F1 Visa is valid for the duration of the proposed academic program, known as the duration of status, so long as the visa holder remains enrolled in the educational institution and does not violate the conditions of their visa.
In order to be eligible, the foreign student must:
- Be coming to America for the purpose of full-time study (minimum of 12 semester hours on the university level or equivalent);
- Hold an offer of study i.e. admission letter or I-20 from an approved educational institution in America;
- Hold a valid passport;
- Be able to prove they have sufficient funds to pay for their tuition and maintenance for the duration of the program, although in certain the student may be granted permission to work if the employment meets certain criteria
- Be proficient in the use of the English language, or be enrolled in a course of study which will enable this; and
- Intend to return to their country of abode once the visa expires.
Foreign students partaking in study in an American educational institution may also participate in practical training throughout the duration of their visa, providing this training does not exceed 12 months in total.
Almost anyone regardless of age or educational background can apply for an F-1 Student Visa to live and study in the United States.
How Candid Consultancy Work for your Student Visa?
Candid Consultancy helps you to locate a school in the United States that can issue a form I-20 (sample). Obtaining the form I-20 is the first step in the student visa application process. For this you have to give entrance exam conducted by USA like SAT, ACT, TOEFL, GRE, GMAT, IELTS etc.
We have an extensive database of schools located throughout the United States, including ESL (English as a Second Language) schools, vocational schools, colleges and universities.
For this student have to select where in the Unites States of America they would like to live and study. Then choosing the type of school you would like to attend such as a University, College, Graduate School, ESL (English as second language) or Vocational School.
Candid Consultancy also helps you in deciding location, Course type and Institute as you need according to education needed. Selecting right course for further education is Very important so our expert student visa counselors are always ready to give you latest and true information.
After this Candid Consultancy guide you in admission process, Visa counseling and every other steps till you reach your dream country.
Know United State of America
United States at a Glance:
- America is a melting pot of cultural history.
- USA is the largest, most technologically and powerful economy in the World.
- Unemployment rate is very low at 4%.
- Its literacy rate is 97%.
Education:
USA boasts of one of the best education systems as far as higher education is concerned. No wonder it is the favorite amongst international students, especially Indians. The U.S. educational system is very different from its Indian counterpart. U.S.A. has more than 3,300 accredited colleges and Universities, which offer a wide range of graduate and undergraduate programs.
Some Salient Features:
- Wide choice of Universities and Colleges and variety of interesting courses to apply.
- Extremely flexible education system and high quality of education.
- Affordable education.
- Part time employment possibilities with on-campus jobs. Earn while you learn.
- Financial Assistance in the form of scholarships and assistantships.
Geography & Climate:
USA is country that enjoys a cool climate almost round the year. The USA shares its borders with Mexico in the south and Canada to the north. To the west is the Pacific Ocean, to the south - the Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico, to the east - the Atlantic Ocean. The geography of the USA is hugely diverse ranging from glacier and tundra to sub-tropical forest and desert, vast plains and lofty mountain ranges.
Currency: The official currency of USA is Dollar ($).
1 $ = Rs.48 /- (Approx. as on Oct. 2004).
Cost of Education & Living:
The cost of education in USA is between $10000-17000for Undergraduate Courses and between $11000-19000 for Post-Graduate Courses. The cost of living is approximately $7000–12000 per year, this covers all the living expenses; including accommodation, food, travel, books, clothes and entertainment.
Major States:
New York, N.Y., California, Washington D.C., Houston, Boston, Chicago, Florida |
