Study in USA

The USA student visa is known as the F1 visa (for Long Term studies) or M1/J1 visa(vocations studies or exchange programs).

Before applying for a visa, the student needs to have an I-20 from a recognized US university and an active SEVIS number.

The student visa is issued over a face of face interview at the USA counselor office in their country.

Any student with a valid I-20 can schedule their interview at their local counselor’s office. The visa process typically takes 2 days with the Biometric appointment on the 1st day and the main visa interview on the 2nd day. Most of the decisions are taken on the spot, however, few cases which need further information can take anything between 1 week to 1 month.

Although the F1 study permit is given for 5 years the student will need to maintain their SEVIS status to keep their visa valid.

Housing Options: On-Campus: Living on campus a very good way for you to become a part of the community. On campus, accommodation is usually in the form of Dorms, or Apartment style facilities with single or shared bedrooms and common kitchen and dining areas.

Off Campus Shared Apartments:Most Indian students prefer to live off campus in rented apartments/condos along with other international students. Off campus accommodation is a cheaper option then on-campus. Many universities offer guidance to students in finding off-campus housing.

Restricted items to bring to The USA:

Cultural Artifacts

Defense Articles

Dog and Cat Fur

Firearms

Fish and Wildlife

Food Products (Raw or cooked)

Fruits and Vegetables

Medication without a doctor prescription

Orientation Week: All institutions conduct an orientation for incoming students to ease their transition to the institute. During the orientation, students get to meet other international students and become familiar with the campus facilities and services. The orientation week will also help students to meet their academic counselors and register for classes.

Opening a bank account:To open an American Bank Account, the student will need his passport copy with a valid visa and the I-94 card issued at the port of entry. Accounts can be opened online or by visiting a bank branch. The universities will normally assist students in account opening and other formalities during the orientation week.

Traditions & Culture:Though the USA culture is of Western origin it is also influenced by a multicultural spirit like the Native American, African, Asian, Pacific Island, and Latin American. Over a period of time the USA has developed its own social and cultural characteristics. Due to this large scale migration of people from diverse countries to the USA, they have an ethnically and racially diverse culture.

Food:Being one of the most culturally diverse countries in the world, it has developed its distinct flavors. American cuisine is greatly influenced by Europeans and native Americans. The Hamburger and Apple Pie are the most popular. Not only can we find any food from any culture, but we also find a fusion of their culinary traditions.

Safety: the USA is one of the most friendly and safe countries with high standards of living. Universities are focused on maintaining round the clock security for their students. The USA universities are also ranked as among the best in the world for implementing effective safety measures on campus.

Health: The American healthcare system is one of the best in the world. Most of the campuses in the USA offer general medicals facilities and also have resident doctors. The cost of on-campus medicals services is not that high. All the students need to have an approved Health Insurance during their study period in the US.