The Immigration and Citizenship of the United States government (USCIS) and the State Department have established new regulations for foreigners wishing to study in this country. The measures will be required, without exception, a student visa before school started. Previously, those interested in studying in this country could apply for a student visa and attend classes during the period of application processing.
Prerequisite is that all academic institutions, admission register their students and data by taking courses in a monitoring system in an automated database.
Schools, colleges and universities must enter data into the database known as "Exchange Visitor Information System". Applicants should contact the institution directly to check beforehand that your registration information has been properly and timely recorded in this database before you apply for the visa.
Importantly visa applications F, J, or M will not be processed until the embassy was able to confirm the student's record in this electronic database. This review also will apply to the families of principal applicants and students who have already begun studies in the United States.
They will also be intensified verification processes and data collections, so it is advisable to review fine each of the official requirements.
The authorities of the embassy warned that in some cases applicants may have to wait "a lot longer" to get their visas and were advised that those interested in such temporary visas make the application well before the scheduled travels.
Student Visa
There are two types of student visas for the United States. The so-called F-1 and M-1, which differ in the type of tests to be conducted, but both pursue a degree, diploma or certificate. Fortunately there are no limits on the number of student visas that can be granted each year.
• F-1 Academic or Language Studies
It is the most common student visa, aimed at those who wish to pursue academic studies in higher education institutions, or long courses of languages. It should only take classes in specific institution approved the request, but is authorized career change or institution duly notifying immigration authorities. You can only work within the university facilities and practical training or internship to graduate. This visa has a duration equal to the estimated time it will take the curriculum.
• M-1 Vocational Studies
It is aimed at those who wish to pursue vocational (non-academic) offices or areas of work that the labor market. The student will be limited to taking classes only in the specific institution approved the request and never allows the change of career or area of study. In most cases, only allowed to work within the university or as part of a program of practical training or internship. Is authorized for up to one year.
Both types of visas allow travel and stay at home in the company of their immediate families (spouses and children) who are granted visas F-2 or M-2. However, escorts may not work during their stay.
Procedures and requirements
The application process for a student visa, should be handled directly with the consular authorities of the United States. In the "authorities", in this chapter, you will find all the information you need on the U.S. Embassy and how to contact immigration authorities.
We will describe step by step, the steps you must take to apply for a student visa and the requirements you must meet to achieve that goal.
Letter of acceptance from a U.S. institution
Before processing the visa at the embassy, you must have a letter of acceptance or proof of home study that has U.S. government approval for foreign students. Most universities and other institutions have this validation.
The first thing to do is to select at least six universities where you can pursue your degree program of interest. Then you should contact each of these houses of study to let them know your wishes of income.
This first contact with the college of your choice can be made by post or by email and should contact the Admissions Department. In a short text, you will identify mentioning your name (always write your name in the same way throughout the admissions process, especially if you translate it into English, for example, Richard, instead of Ricardo), age, nationality, grade your intentions clear academic study at the institution. It is also important that you indicate the academic program selected and the date you wish to start your studies. It is not necessary to send any type of document. This letter simply seeks to college formally request that you send the application form for admission and information documents necessary to successfully complete the login process.
If you want to get college financial aid, no reports on this first contact about your intentions. Reserve the formal request for financial support for when you submit the official application form for admission.
Universities sent to interested contacted the admissions application package, within which is the form I-20, which should be duly filled and returned to the university, accompanied by several documents for verification and approval. In many cases, the university fills out most of this return, so it is essential that the student requests a copy once completed. The I-20, must be filed with the U.S. Embassy later.
Some universities, before submitting the application packet for admission, require the applicant to complete a preliminary process of admission or "preliminary applications". In this case, the institution will send the preliminary application form for admission, which must be completed by the student. This process allows the university authorities for admission, to determine whether or not the candidate is able to continue the formal process for admission.
In their preliminary admission prompted the student information about academic conditions on their professional goals and objectives and about the reasons why you consider that such an institution could contribute to their training.
If the authorities consider that the goals, objectives and abilities of the applicant are compatible with the university, then send the admission form.
Once the applicant receives the application form or form I-20, you must complete and submit as soon as possible, because the sooner the authorities receive the form and attached documents may be sent faster response.
Generally the admission application form must be accompanied by certain documents, which must be written in English or translated into this language by a certified public. It is important to note that the information that is provided must be true and verifiable.
No original documents to be sent, but copies of each. In general, all the documents photocopied before being shipped, it is good practice to be done for security against any loss and as proof of shipment.
It is also recommended that all shipments are made via private email, to ensure the safety of shipping and effective delivery as defined lapses. In our "Essential information" pordrás find contact information necessary for companies specializing in international shipping services.
The most important documents to be prepared to apply the letter of acceptance from an American university, are:
• Personal information: This is a very important part of the application for admission. The applicant must provide information about their skills, career goals and talents (like sports or artistic abilities, for example). Many international students have a valuable cultural and academic experience to share. It is necessary to note that the personal information be provided, the authorities provide the necessary admission for your profile as a person and not just as student achievement data and precise.
• Letter of motivation: This is a short essay in which you must explain why you want to enter the university. It is convenient to relate the specific motivations own personal past. This text is a good time to describe the benefits that college offers, linking directly with the academic abilities and personal skills that must be supplied as personal information.
• Curriculum: It is recommended to attach an updated curriculum, highlighting studies, academic qualifications achieved, received academic honors, extracurricular activities and work experience made with that account.
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