The USA is one of the world leaders in attracting foreign students. However, it can be difficult for Russians to become American students - you must first obtain a student visa.
Instruction manual
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Find out what type of visa you will need to get. There are 2 types of student visas - F and M. The first is issued to high school students and university students, and the second is intended for those who plan to study professionally after graduating, for example, want to enroll in the MBA program. In some cases, students are better off applying for other visas. For example, if you study less than 18 hours a week, you can do it on a tourist visa, and graduate students enrolling in American universities must apply for a work visa if they plan to get paid for their studies.
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Collect a package of documents to obtain the visa you need. The list of papers is regularly updated on the website of the American Embassy in Russia. However, in general, the requirements remain unchanged - you must provide a document from your host institution, in which the training program will be indicated. You also need to prove that you have enough money to pay for your studies and accommodation. You can present a letter of guarantee from the person who will keep you, a bank account, a certificate of scholarship. If a minor child is going to study, you will need permission from both parents to leave the country, certified by a notary.
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Sign up for a visa interview. After that, you can pay the consular fee. In 2013, it was $ 160 for all types of study visas. If you have a child or spouse, you can apply for a visa, but you will have to prove that there is sufficient income for the whole family, since the accompanying person does not always receive the right to work. Please note that parents or siblings will not be able to obtain an accompanying visa.
note
On a student visa, the student has the right to earn and complete paid and unpaid part-time work. At the same time, termination of studies for more than 5 months may result in cancellation of the visa or refusal to renew it.
Helpful advice
Do not contact lawyers or companies that guarantee you a visa. The decision always depends on the visa officer and cannot be guaranteed, only a correctly drawn up dossier that meets the requirements of the embassy can help you increase your chances of getting a visa.
