How to Apply: Admissions Process for F1 Student

Students who are outside the United States who require an I-20 to obtain an F1 Student Visa to study in the United States.

Step 1:
Fill Out The Online Application

Step 2:
Upload Required Documents

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Copy of Passport
Bank Statement Showing at Least $20,000¹
Affidavit Of Financial Support²

Note:

¹Bank statement must be dated within last 6 months. For each dependent bank statement must show an additional $6,000. I-20 valid for one year.
²Only needed if bank statement is not in student’s name.

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Step 3:
Pay Your Fees

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$150 Application Fee
$100 I-20 Mailing Fee (depending on destination)

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Step 4:
Wait for Your Acceptance Letter & I-20

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After you submit your application, someone from our Admissions Department will contact you via email within two business days. Please allow 3-5 business days to receive your I-20 in the mail depending on destination.

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Step 5:
Pay Your SEVIS Fee Here

Have more questions?
Speak to an Admissions Specialist

WHICH TYPE OF STUDENT ARE YOU?

F1 Transfer Student

Students who are already in the United States and have a valid F1 visa and an I-20 from another school.

Change of Status

Students who are currently in the United States under a different visa status and wish to obtain an I-20 to change their status to F1.

Tourist Student

Students who are on Tourist visas who would like to take part time classes during their stay in the United States.

Local Student

Students who are American Citizens or Permanent Residents.