USA is a favourite destination for students worldwide because of its world
class education. A total of 582,984 international students are enrolled in
various colleges and universities in the US.
The United States welcomes foreign students to American language schools, high
schools, universities and other institutions of higher education. Students on
F-1 visa may accept employment in the U.S.
There are many many types of institutions, academic and social environments,
entry requirements, degree programs, and subjects in which you can specialize.
In USA, F1 visas allow candidates to freely enter and leave the United
States throughout the duration of their grant and in addition, dependents may
enter the country with the principle applicant and remain for the entirety of
their course of study.
F1 visas allow candidates to work in the USA during their course so long as the
work is based on campus. In some cases where unforeseen circumstances lead to
hardship, off campus work may also be permitted.
Student visas for the USA are not intended as routes to permanent
settlement but in most cases they will result in the applicant being in the country
for a lengthy period. As a result, applicants immigrating to USA through all
classes of student permit may bring their spouse and/or dependents with them.
In the case of F1 visa holders, dependents are granted a US F-2 visa, allowing
them to remain in the country for the same duration as the principal applicant
and to study if they wish, although employment is not permitted. |
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